- New Indonesia & Japan partnerships focus on job-ready skills aligned with industry needs.
- Industry-linked training and student exchange form the core of the collaboration.
- The initiative aims to build long-term human resource development for both countries.
Indonesia and Japan have taken a fresh step to deepen cooperation in vocational education, with a strong focus on skills, jobs, and industry exposure. The Sakuranesia Foundation facilitated new partnerships that connect educational institutions in both countries to support workforce-ready learning.
The initiative gained momentum during a recent visit to Japan by Prof. Agus Maryono, dean of the Vocational School at Gadjah Mada University. The visit aimed to explore best practices in vocational and applied education that align closely with industry needs.
As part of the program, Sakuranesia organized an education forum in Japan that brought together academic leaders and private education groups. Discussions focused on skill-based training, student mobility, and collaboration with industry partners. During the visit, Maryono reviewed early childhood STEAM learning models at the Azalee Group and held talks with leaders from Sanko Gakuen. These meetings led to an agreement to launch a pilot vocational education project.
Another partnership milestone came at the Fukuoka campus of the Japan University of Economics, under the Tsuzuki Gakuen Group, marking an early step toward wider bilateral cooperation.
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UGM’s Vocational School already emphasizes hands-on learning and global exposure. About 30% of its students take part in overseas programs each year. Under the new partnerships, more Indonesian students will gain access to industry experience in Japan, build cross-cultural skills, and improve job readiness.
The collaboration aims to create practical pathways from education to employment while building long-term ties between young professionals in both countries.
