[Japan's First] Higashi-Mikawa Companies Supporting Local Economy Co-create with Startups! Launching a Demonstration of Sustainable Workplace Environment Creation through "Bereavement Support."

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main purpose of the demonstration experiment being conducted in the Higashi-Mikawa region?

A: The main purpose is to demonstrate the creation of a sustainable workplace environment through 'bereavement support' and to research the impact of bereavement leave on productivity.

Q: Which companies are participating in this co-creation initiative in Higashi-Mikawa?

A: Shinichi Kogyo Co., Ltd. is participating as part of a corporate alliance, supporting the demonstration experiment led by Waterhuman Co., Ltd. and facilitated by emCAMPUS STUDIO, operated by the SARA Group.

Q: What societal changes are contributing to the increasing burden on bereaved employees in Japan?

A: Societal changes include the weakening of local communities, the nuclearization of families, the 'multi-death society,' and the aging of the workforce, all of which reduce traditional support systems.

Q: What are 'working chief mourners' and why is this an urgent issue?

A: 'Working chief mourners' are employees who must manage complex bereavement procedures and their grief alongside their professional responsibilities, an urgent issue due to the decline of traditional support.

Q: How does this initiative aim to address the challenges faced by 'working chief mourners'?

A: The initiative aims to address these challenges by focusing on 'mental care' and the 'reduction of practical burden' for employees experiencing bereavement, which are critical management issues for company sustainability.