Japan aims for 1m users on new digital-skill matching platform
Technology
Government program to launch in fall 2026 will offer IT training
The Japanese government plans to roll out a platform where users will be able to register their digital qualifications and learn new tech skills. © Reuters
HATSUNA KARASAWA
August 31, 2025 03:29 JST
TOKYO — The Japanese government plans to launch a platform where individuals can register their digital skills, part of an effort to facilitate matchmaking between companies and people with technical talent to alleviate the country’s labor shortage.