The “JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo,” located on the second floor of Tsubame-Sanjo Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen (Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture), is a coworking space designed to connect people who want to develop technology and products in the Tsubame-Sanjo area.

A manufacturing concierge is always at the desk, providing business matching with over 100 local factories and supporting product development.

Additionally, the space offers various working environments, including an open workspace for relaxed work and interactions, private rooms for focused tasks, and meeting rooms for discussions.

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What Does a Manufacturing Concierge Do for you?

The JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo includes “Kouba no Madoguchi” (Reception of the Factory), where a manufacturing concierge is always available.

This service connects individuals considering product development with the renowned metalworking artisans of Tsubame-Sanjo, supporting their manufacturing needs.

Through its MOC (Manufacturing and Order Coordination) service, it facilitates business matching between over 100 member companies in the Tsubame-Sanjo manufacturing industry and businesses seeking product development and manufacturing. Clients can simply consult the staff at “Kouba no Madoguchi” without the hassle of searching for and negotiating with companies—the staff will contact member companies and suggest suitable partners.

Provider: Dots & Lines Inc.

【Business Matching Success Stories】

▲Wire Cut Mold Created Through Business Matching Service

A company needed a mold manufacturer after their previous supplier shut down. Without blueprints and facing complex shapes, they repeatedly prototyped and successfully completed the mold.

▲Shinkansen Sauna Hat developed by the companies utilize Business Matching Service

This unique sauna hat was developed in collaboration with local manufacturers.

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Time-Based Coworking Space – Make the Most of Your Shinkansen Wait Time

The coworking space features a conveyor-belt-style long seat inspired by factories in Tsubame-Sanjo, fostering user interaction. It also offers private rooms for focused work and meeting rooms for business discussions.

Short on time before your train? No problem! You can use the space for just a short while.

Facility Features:

・Open space with approximately 20 seats

・Soundproof booths for online meetings without distractions

・Semi-private booths for concentrated work

・Three meeting rooms for in-depth discussions

・Available for private rental

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How to Use JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo and Pricing Plans

Reservations can be made via the “Kouba no Madoguchi” website, by phone, or through the “STATION WORK” service page. If space is available, walk-in use is also possible.

【Pricing Plans】

Basic Fees:

• 15 minutes: ¥143
• Half-day: ¥1,100
• Full-day: ¥1,980
• Monthly: ¥11,000

Options:

• Meeting room (per hour): ¥550
• Spatially Flexible Workplace (per hour): ¥550

Private Resevation:

• 1 hour: ¥5,500
• 3 hours: ¥11,000
• Full day: ¥22,000

All prices include tax. Payment is via “Suica” only.

What is the “Spatially Flexible Workplace” Option?

A meeting space where you feel like you’re in the same room despite being in different locations!

Co-developed by JR East and KDDI, this service offers an immersive communication experience with high-quality 4K visuals and stereo sound. It allows brainstorming with materials or prototype discussions between remote teams, making manufacturing-related meetings more efficient.

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Bring Your Manufacturing Business to Life at JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo!

【JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo】

Business Hours:

• Weekdays: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Closure information is available on the website.)

Address: 497 Shimosugoro, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture
2F, Tsubame-Sanjo Station, JRE Local Hub Tsubame-Sanjo

Contact:

• Phone: 050-1753-6875
• Email: info@factory-window.jp

(Information as of May 9, 2024.)