A Vibrant Community in Cooperative Offices

Supporting Diverse Lifestyles Through Connection, Learning, and Exploration

We manage community operations for the shared office network "Soil Work," with locations in Nihonbashi, Akiya, Ichinomiya, and Setoda. Our work includes planning and running member events, handling PR, and collaborating with Staple, the operating company, to align with their branding.

Through these efforts, we aim to inspire and propose richer, more fulfilling ways of living for the next generation.

Issue

Shared Offices: More Than Just a Place to Work

Unlike traditional shared offices that treat tenants as customers, this space operates on a cooperative model where tenants are co-managers. The goal is to foster connections among tenants and expand their networks through self-governance.

To achieve this, we focused on strengthening relationships between tenants and the local community, as well as encouraging cross-location usage through innovative initiatives.

Creation

Building a Stronger, Wider Community Through Collaborative Events

As part of the community management team, we organize a variety of events — from member-exclusive gatherings like "Soil Work FES" in Akiya to learning and action-focused events such as "Dialogue Night" and "Dialogue Lunch." These events always involve residents and local stakeholders, fostering a culture of active participation.

To further strengthen connections, we focus on making members' and stakeholders' ideas visible through owned media platforms like Note, creating more opportunities for meaningful engagement.

Future

Connecting Cities, Local Communities, and Nature

Beyond strengthening ties within and between our locations, we aim to promote broader exchanges of people and ideas—connecting urban centers with local and nature-based areas and fostering collaboration between different local communities.

We plan to deepen partnerships with Staple's upcoming hotels and restaurants, positioning Soil Work as a network of spaces that enable a lifestyle where everyone can find a “HOME” across Japan.