** Introduction**

Hello, I'm satoshi, and I joined the company in May 2025! In this article, I interviewed new members who joined us in May 2025 and gathered their first impressions after joining KINTO Technologies. I hope this article will be helpful for those interested in KINTO Technologies (KTC) and serve as a nice reflection for those featured here!

Y

• Self-introduction
  • This is Y of the Human Resources Group. I previously worked as an engineer.
• How is your team structured?
  • The Organizational Human Resources Team I belong to consists of three members, but we often collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Team and the Labor and General Affairs Team within the same group, as well as with the KINTO administration department.
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • Many people gave me a calm and mature impression, but communication is very open and friendly.
• **What is the atmosphere like on-site? **
  • I can talk to anyone about anything, which is a big help.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • This entry doesn't have any tech elements, but I hope that’s okay.
• Question from Satoshi to Y

  Please share a cute story about your cat.

  • He seems to like the scent of detergent, so when I fold laundry, he often comes over to sniff, lick, and rub against me.
  • Even freshly washed clothes and towels quickly end up covered in cat hair.

D.K

• Self-introduction
  • I’m in charge of the screening and credit management business area in the Business Systems Development Division.
  • I’m involved in financial systems, and my previous job was in sales finance.
• How is your team structured?
  • It's actually a one-person team. While continuing to define and develop the product requirements, our next challenge will be to gather members to operate and maintain the product after its release in June next year and build a team.
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • I was impressed by the fact that there were more events and in-house demonstration tests related to the latest technologies, such as AI and IoT, than I had expected from the Tech Blog, which was a pleasant surprise.
  • KTC is engaged in a wide range of technology research and product development that is not limited to leasing, and I felt that it was the perfect company for someone who loves new things.
• **What is the atmosphere like on-site? **
  • It's an environment where you can feel free to ask questions, seek advice, or chat with people beyond your own team. I often see members engaging in serious discussions, regardless of whether it is work-related or not.
  • We also have a close relationship with KINTO, the profit center, and I feel that the style of product development, where the technical side takes the lead with a sense of ownership, is very characteristic of KTC.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • I had been referring to the Tech Blog, so I felt like it was finally my turn.
  • I tried to share my honest opinions as much as possible. I hope this will help people outside the company to get a feel for our atmosphere.
• Question from Y to D.K

  Please share your recommended lunch spots around the Muromachi office.

  • It's a rather unassuming place, but Sobayoshi Nihombashi flagship store.
  • This udon and soba restaurant is directly managed by a bonito flakes wholesaler, so the interior is filled with the aroma of dashi.
  • Be sure to order rice as well. It comes with bonito flakes, and the aroma when you eat the bonito rice with a little soy sauce is irresistible!

N

• Self-introduction
  • I'm in charge of quality assurance (QA) for apps in the Quality Assurance Group. My previous job was also in app QA.
• How is your team structured?
  • The Quality Assurance Group has 11 members in total, and the team I belong to has four members, each responsible for a specific app.
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • My impression of KTC was that it was a place with many mature, calm people, but I also got the impression that there are many passionate people who actively share and learn technical information.
• **What is the atmosphere like on-site? **
  • The atmosphere is friendly, and you can feel free to ask questions or seek advice.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • It's been a while since I last wrote a Tech Blog, but I'm hoping to get used to it as I'll have more opportunities to write in the future.
• Question from D.K. to N

  I heard you like comedy, so please tell me who your favorite comedians are these days!

  • It's very specific, but the skit by the comedy duo Tensai Pianist about inspecting a doorknob is the best!
  • Personally, I like all the comedians who appeared in M-1 from around 2016 to 2019. Please be sure to check them out.

M.K

• Self-introduction
  • I manage data in the DataOps Group. I work at Osaka Tech Lab.
  • Previously, I used to work in the fields of online advertising and online media.
• How is your team structured?
  • There are about 10 members in the group, but in my regular work I team up with another member from Osaka.
  • The group's manager is also in Osaka, which makes communication easy.
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • The working style and tools used were similar to those of the companies I had worked for before, so I was able to start working without any discomfort.
• **What is the atmosphere like on-site? **
  • There is an atmosphere where it's easy to ask any questions, and I found it easy to catch up.
  • Also, perhaps unique to Osaka Tech Lab, people from other groups would proactively talk to me in the office, which made it easy to fit in.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • I also used the Tech Blog when I was looking for a job, so I hope it will be helpful to someone else in the future.
• Question from N to M.K

  Since you drive, please tell us some recommended places to go for a drive.

  • I personally use car sharing a lot, and since I don't drive regularly, I try to use highways with two or more lanes in each direction that are safe and comfortable whenever possible.
  • In the Kanto region, I like Chiba and Ibaraki, and in the Osaka area, the Chugoku Expressway is easy to drive on.

m

• Self-introduction
  • I’m based at Osaka Tech Lab and handle app QA in the Quality Assurance Group. Before joining KTC, I worked in development.
• How is your team structured?
  • The Quality Assurance Group has 11 members in total, and the team I belong to has four members, each responsible for a specific app (I’m on the same team with N).
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • I got the impression that KTC is very proactive about process improvements using generative AI. I also felt that many members are highly passionate about technology.
• **What is the atmosphere like on-site? **
  • Many members are friendly, which makes it easy to fit in. It's also an environment where I can feel free to ask questions.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • I had been reading Tech Blog before joining KTC, so when it was finally my turn, I thought, “At last...!”
• Question from M.K. to m

  The Osaka office has been renovated. How does it compare to the previous one?

  • The view is fantastic, and the scenery is really beautiful from morning to night.
  • It also feels more open, and for me personally, it has become a very comfortable environment to concentrate in.

satoshi

• Self-introduction
  • I’m part of the my route Development Division, working on backend development.
  • In my previous job, I was also engaged in backend development in the web field, and before that, I worked as a network engineer at a company in the networking industry.
• How is your team structured?
  • The Backend Team has four members, plus more than 10 members from partner companies.
  • Since July, the Frontend Team has also joined us in the same office, making it a livelier environment!
• **What was your first impression of KTC when you joined? Were there any surprises? **
  • I thought it might be a formal company, but it's not like that at all. We can develop while actively communicating.
  • As for AI, the whole company is very enthusiastic about it, and being able to use AI in all aspects of our work has been a huge help.
• What is the atmosphere like on-site?
  • We develop products in a friendly way. It's also a very open environment where it’s easy to consult with others.
  • Since my route is a B2C product, we get many inquiries from customers, and every day is pleasantly busy.
• **How did you feel about writing a blog post? **
  • I've read tech blogs from various companies before, so I felt a bit sentimental thinking, “It’s finally my turn.”
• Question from m to satoshi

  Please tell us something about your hometown.

  • I'm from Kyoto Prefecture!　I grew up in a tough environment with hot, humid summers and bitterly cold winters.
  • I still go back occasionally and enjoy touring Kyoto alongside visitors from overseas.

In Closing

Thank you everyone for sharing your thoughts after joining our company!

There are more and more new members at KINTO Technologies every day! We will be posting more stories from our newcomers across divisions, so stay tuned!

And yes: we are still hiring! KINTO Technologies is looking for new teammates to join us across a variety of divisions and roles. For more details, please check here!