The Fukuoka-based company World Holdings Co., Ltd., announced a partnership with JTB Corp. to establish a new human resource company specializing in tourism. The two companies plan to develop the first base of their new company in Tokyo, then open branches in other areas such as Hokkaido and Okinawa. High turnover rate of workers related to tourism has been a nationwide challenge while increasing numbers of people visit Japan. Source: Sankei Biz 01/30/2020
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