This is where the role of the café comes in, as 'Tenshoku Sudan Coffee' provides a comfortable space where visitors can discuss their career paths in a friendly and relaxed manner. According to the café's official website, the staff are not just service providers, but career specialists with practical work experience. Studies indicate that about 60% of customers who visit for consultations are not yet at the stage of making a final decision, such as quitting or changing jobs, but are generally looking to organize their thoughts and better understand their professional situation. One customer, as reported by 'Dexter', said, 'My being here doesn't mean I hate my current job, but I'm not sure if I should continue this way.' It is worth noting that consultations and drinks are provided completely free of charge, but those wishing to visit the café are required to make a reservation in advance via the LINE app. In this informal setting, customers can freely talk about their career-related concerns, which are often difficult to discuss in formal contexts. Many full-time employees find themselves anxious about their future career without having someone to listen to them, and it can be difficult to get suitable advice from friends or family. It is hard to imagine Japan without its cafés with unique concepts, as over the years a variety of innovative and diverse ideas have emerged, from card game cafés to axe-throwing cafés and other bold and unconventional ventures. At the beginning of this month, a new concept called 'Tenshoku Sudan Coffee' was launched, adding a completely different dimension to the café scene in Japan. This place is also known as a 'career consultation café' and is not just a traditional café where customers can order a drink to relax after a long day at work. Instead, it offers free career consultations and drinks for employees seeking advice about their future.
