■ Overview

This is an information and networking event to recruit participants for the "Another Lifestyle Expanded by Rail and Air" fair and "Living in Two Regions in Eastern Japan," jointly organized by JR East and JAL.

In addition to explaining the overall program structure and benefits, this event will feature participation from six local governments in Aomori, Akita, and Yamagata prefectures, who will directly introduce local lifestyles, work opportunities, housing, and experiential activities.

If you are interested in living in two locations or considering getting involved with rural areas, please feel free to join us.

 ■ Date and Time

Friday, April 24, 2026, 18:30 - 20:30 (tentative)


■ Venue

TAKANAWA GATEWAY Link Scholars' Hub (commonly known as LiSH)
Directly connected to JR Takanawa Gateway Station
THE LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH 6F Event space 1
(5-minute walk from JR Takanawa Gateway Station)

[Program for the day]

■ Timetable

18:00~18:30 Reception

18:30~18:45 Program overview by the organizers

18:45~19:45 Regional introductions by participating municipalities (approximately 10 minutes each) *Online participation may be required depending on the situation.

Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture
Akita Prefecture, Semboku City
Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture
Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture
Yamagata Prefecture, Kahoku Town
・Takahata Town, Yamagata Prefecture

19:45-20:00
• Question and answer session

20:00-20:30
• Social gathering (light refreshments provided)

[Target audience and recommended points]

■ Recommended for people like this
・Those interested in living in two locations or relocating.
・People who are interested in working or participating in community activities in the local area
・Those who want to learn about new ways of living that utilize bullet trains and airplanes

■ Event Features
- A multimodal initiative for dual-residency living by JR East and JAL.
- You can hear from local governments that are actually accepting the residents.
- Small group settings, primarily face-to-face, making it easy to ask questions and seek advice.
- You can casually exchange information with the person in charge at the networking event.

[Participation conditions/costs]

■ Participation feefree

■ CapacityFirst 60 people

■ How to apply

Please register in advance using the form below.

https://lish20260423.peatix.com

*The application deadline is Thursday, April 23rd.
※Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached.

[Participating local government information]

Mayor of Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture: Ken Takahi
Located at the foot of the southern Hakkoda Mountains, Kuroishi City is known for its abundant apples and hot springs, thanks to its rich natural environment. In the city center, the Nakamachi Komise Street retains the streetscape from the Edo period, and in the summer, visitors can enjoy festivals such as the Neputa parade. Why not experience this city where nature and history harmonize through a variety of activities, including work experience in agriculture and walking tours?

Mayor of Semboku City, Akita Prefecture: Tomoaki Taguchi
From the samurai residences of Kakunodate to the azure Lake Tazawa and the rising steam of Nyuto Onsen, Senboku City offers a rich and fulfilling experience that cannot be found in the city. With the support of Japan Airlines and JR East, we will do our utmost to ensure that as many people as possible feel that Senboku is their second home.

Mayor of Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture: Yuji Ichikawa
Nikaho City is surrounded by Mount Chokai and the Sea of Japan, and offers easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, canoeing, and skateboarding, centered around its outdoor base facilities. With farm stays and co-working spaces, it's an attractive town where you can meet locals, work amidst nature, and take on new challenges. We look forward to welcoming everyone who wants to take a new step with us.

Mayor of Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture: Masaaki Saito
Located in the center of Yamagata Prefecture, Sagae City is a naturally rich town surrounded by mountains such as Mt. Gassan and the Asahi mountain range, and through which the Sagae River and Mogami River flow. Fruit cultivation, especially cherry picking, is thriving, and fruit picking can be enjoyed throughout the year. The city is rich in culture, with the 1,300-year-old Jionji Temple and a portable shrine festival, and you can experience a fulfilling life through agricultural experiences, various activities, and interaction with the local community.

Mayor of Kahoku Town, Yamagata Prefecture: Toshio Moriya
From "cold meat soba," certified as a 100-year food by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, to a rich culinary scene that reflects the changing seasons, to accommodations with free-flowing hot springs, and homestays that foster warm interactions, our town offers a fulfilling daily life. With a children's zoo open year-round, Kahoku Town has everything you need to make your life more enjoyable. With easy access to the airport and train lines, why not start your ideal dual-residency lifestyle in Kahoku Town, where food, accommodation, and relaxation all come together in perfect harmony?

Mayor of Takahata Town, Yamagata Prefecture: Tadahiro Takanashi
Takahata Town is approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes from the Tokyo metropolitan area by Yamagata Shinkansen. It is a town where organic farming and grape and wine production are deeply rooted amidst abundant nature. You can easily experience interaction with local people and a lifestyle different from your everyday life. We sincerely look forward to your visit as the first step towards living in two locations.