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Hoshino Resorts might be a little different from what you imagine it to be.
Do you think of Hoshino Resorts as simply a hotel service business?
At the Karuizawa office, in addition to operating accommodation facilities,Business development and area management for "Harunire Terrace," a mixed-use area in the forest.Furthermore, a wide range of jobs have emerged, including Picchio Karuizawa, which handles nature experience programs.
This is a place where we think about and actually implement ways to develop the Karuizawa area itself.
1. Internship content and schedule

[1-Day Work Experience] Let's think together about the future of the "Karuizawa Hoshino Area"!
The Karuizawa Hoshino area, centered around Harunire Terrace. This place, where abundant nature and unique shops coexist,How can we develop this area into a sustainable one?This program involves group work with the actual operations team to develop ideas.
Program of the day
| 10:00 | Understanding Hoshino Resorts |
| 11:00 | About the Hoshino Area |
| 11:30 | Hoshino Area Site Tour (Lunch Break) |
| 13:00 | Group work: "Let's think about the future of the area" |
| 15:30 | Each team presentation |
| 16:00 | Roundtable discussion and Q&A with employees |
| 17:00 | Finish |
We will tackle these challenges.
Examples of past team themes
Karuizawa Hoshino AreaA place that is bustling even during the off-season.How to do that?
Don't lose to the competitionWhat is needed to create an area?
With local farmers and businessesCollaboration ModelHow should we design it?
Real impressions from the participating students
Here are some excerpts of feedback from participants in our "Work Experience" program! (*We are only sharing feedback from those who gave us permission to publish it. The illustrations are for illustrative purposes only and are not related to the individuals pictured.)
(Third-year student, Faculty of Commerce)![]()
I was able to experience the thought process of building a plan by combining our company's strengths, market needs, and uniqueness, and I gained a deep understanding of the essence of service development in business.
(Nagano University, Faculty of Business Information / 3rd year student from Shizuoka Prefecture)![]()
I learned a great deal from hearing opinions and direct feedback on improvement methods from actual business owners. Being able to enter the Tonbo no Yu hot spring for free on the way back was also a wonderful memory!
(Ritsumeikan University, Faculty of Industrial Sociology / 3rd year student from Kyoto Prefecture)![]()
Through this workshop, I was able to understand and practice Hoshino Resorts' unique process for creating appeal. It was challenging to come up with something unique that our competitors don't have, but that's precisely what made it so interesting, and it made me want to hone my creativity.
(Musashi University / 3rd year student from Saitama Prefecture)![]()
I found it very appealing to learn about the unique atmosphere created at resorts, and the ingenuity used to offer sightseeing and everyday experiences that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and with different needs, through workshops and tours.
How did your image of Hoshino Resorts change before and after participating?
Many students before participating"A luxurious, somewhat exclusive resort that only the wealthy can afford."I had this abstract image of longing.
However, having actually participated, I realized that the attractive space and high-quality service were the result of thorough market analysis and meticulous concept design."Logical business strategy"Knowing that it is built upon,"A strategic and attractive company"It seems that the image has changed significantly.
We also received positive feedback from employees who appreciated the warmth of the employees who approached them frankly, and the organizational culture that allowed even young employees to freely exchange opinions, which helped them form a concrete image of themselves working there.
1-Day Internship Program Overview
Date:7月28日(火)/8月27日(木)/9月15日(火)/10月23日(金)/11月16日(月) 各回 10:00〜17:00
Venue:Karuizawa Hoshino Area (Hoshino, Karuizawa-machi, Kita-Saku-gun, Nagano Prefecture)
Application deadline and notification of results:Please check the application page for each session.
*We are using the LINE messaging app "Onn". Please register before applying! (It will only take about 2 minutes)
Upcoming event announcement: We are also holding recruitment events and webinars!
[WEB Seminar] For those who would like to hear more online first
For those who want to understand the company before visiting, we also offer online seminars.
Seminar 1: "Understanding Hoshino Resorts Completely"

Hoshino Resorts continues to evolve with its unique management methods.
Why is it that each staff member is able to take such initiative?
We will explain everything from the unique culture that is cherished to the actual career steps that can be taken after joining the company.
A webinar that may change your image of the tourism industry.
To get some ideas for your future career, why not start by learning the basics?
Date:
9月3日(木)/10月5日(月)/11月5日(木)/12月4日(金) 13:00〜14:00
Seminar 2: "Things You Should Know! The Reality of Hoshino Resorts"

This seminar includes a Q&A session with staff who actually work on-site, where you can ask questions such as, "What kind of people work here?", "I want to hear real development secrets!", and "What kind of work style do they have?".
This seminar is recommended for those who have an understanding of the company and want to learn more in depth!
1) Creating a unique appeal
Creating a unique appeal...
We maximize the unique charm of the region—its culture, nature, food, and people—and deliver it to our customers as an experience.
Staff members who have been involved in creating Hoshino Resorts' unique appeal will participate.
We will introduce methods for creating appeal that leads to both customer satisfaction and profitability.
"What kind of staff work there?" "I want to hear some real behind-the-scenes stories about the development process!"
This seminar is recommended for those who want to learn more!
Date:
September 9th (Wednesday) / November 10th (Tuesday) 13:00-14:00
2) Private Life
In the Karuizawa/Shinshu area...
Hoshinoya, Kai, BEB, day-trip facilities, Hotel Bleston Court, etc.
There are facilities with a variety of unique brand concepts.
This seminar is recommended for those who want to learn more after gaining an understanding of the company, such as "What kind of work style do they have?", "What is the reality of Kai Brand's 3-day work week?", and "What is work-life integration?".
Date:
August 18th (Tuesday) / October 14th (Wednesday) 13:00-14:00
The latest internship schedules, seminar information, and selection schedules are delivered quickly via our official LINE account, so please add us as a friend and check it out!
*We are using the LINE messaging app "Onn". Please register before applying! (It will only take about 2 minutes)
2. Get to know the people and teams you work with.

"If I joined Hoshino Resorts, what kind of people would I work with, and what kind of atmosphere would I be in?"
Having wonderful colleagues all over the country is one of the things that makes my job rewarding!
Misaki AsadaSan
Revitalize local communities with "KAI"'s [Local Entertainment]! Enjoy overseas travel during the long weekend too...
Natsumi BabaSan
Get the latest information via LINE.
We deliver the latest internship schedules, recruitment events, and selection information via LINE as quickly as possible.
Information delivered via LINE
- Advance notice of internship dates
- Selection Schedule Information
- Information on recruitment events and webinars
3. Career and business opportunities

Discover career and business opportunities
The desire to "contribute to the local community" and "be involved in business development" has already begun as concrete projects at the Karuizawa office.
"An option that allows you to give back the experience you have cultivated."
The Karuizawa-Shinshu area is the birthplace of Hoshino Resorts and a place where multiple brands coexist.
Here, you'll find a wide range of opportunities to contribute the skills and experience you've accumulated to create value in various forms.
From luxury to casual, day-trip facilities, and tenant facility management,You can gain experience approaching different customer segments while staying in the same area.
Because it's an area where more than 100 staff members work together,Staff with diverse backgrounds contribute new ideas and skills.Accelerates.
Services, cooking, weddings, facility management, marketing, etc.You can broaden your career in a wide range of fields based on your interests and passions.
I will make use of the experience I gained in the Karuizawa/Shinshu area.You can also take on the challenge of working on newly opened facilities both within and outside the prefecture.
Project examples involving young employees
- He was promoted to general manager at the age of 25 by utilizing the nomination system (BEB5 Karuizawa)
- Young staff members plan local entertainment events from their own unique perspectives (Kai Alps: Entertainment around a traditional Japanese hearth)
- The "Dog-Friendly Room Project" team was formed using the open career system.



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Get the latest information via LINE.
We deliver the latest internship schedules, recruitment events, and selection information via LINE as quickly as possible.
Information delivered via LINE
- Advance notice of internship dates
- Selection Schedule Information
- Information on recruitment events and webinars
To Harunire TerraceIncrease visits from local residentsWhat should we do?