AboutGUSCOORD
Supporting HR and labor operations across Japan — from Okinawa.
Guscoord Professional HR Services is a professional HR and labor advisory firm based in Okinawa, providing tailored support to companies of all sizes and industries.
We have long supported local businesses in Okinawa, as well as numerous companies expanding into Okinawa from other parts of Japan and overseas. Through this, we have built a strong operational foundation and practical expertise that allow us to serve clients across the country. Today, many companies entrust us with outsourcing services such as payroll processing and social insurance administration.
Our strength lies in our comprehensive, one-stop service model, which ranges from large-scale BPO operations for mid-sized and major corporations to personalized support for small businesses — including labor consulting, subsidy assistance, and compliance services.
In addition, Okinawa’s unique geographical location positions us as a valuable BCP (Business Continuity Planning) partner, especially for companies seeking to diversify operational risk away from metropolitan areas prone to natural disasters.
By maximizing the strategic advantages of Okinawa, GUSCOORD is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality HR and labor services to clients throughout Japan.
The Meaning Behind the Guscoord Logo
The name "Guscoord" in our firm’s title is a combination of “Gusuku” (meaning "castle" in Okinawan) and the English word “Coordinate.”
In ancient Okinawa, gusuku were not only sacred spaces and the residences of rulers, but also centers of governance where various skilled professionals—"shi" or scholars—came together and coordinated to administer political affairs.
Inspired by this, we named our firm "Guscoord" to reflect a vision where modern-day professionals—legal, financial, HR, and business specialists such as judicial scriveners, tax accountants, labor and social security attorneys, certified management consultants, administrative scriveners, and lawyers—collaborate in unity, and welcome clients as if into a castle (in Okinawa).
Our logo symbolizes this concept, incorporating the kanji character 士 ("shi," meaning professional) and the image of a gusuku’s stone walls.
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Message from Head of Office
Guscoord Professional HR Services offers comprehensive HR and labor management expertise to support small and growing businesses across Japan as a reliable operational partner and strategic advisor.
Our roots lie in Okinawa—a region with a unique culture and business environment.
Over the years, we have supported a wide range of industries and organizations, including tourism, healthcare, foreign-affiliated companies, and locally rooted SMEs. Through these engagements, we have gained deep, hands-on experience in solving complex personnel issues directly at the frontlines.
In regions where securing talent is a persistent challenge, we have learned to leverage systems effectively and offer practical, field-based improvements that lift business performance. We are confident that these insights are just as valuable for companies nationwide.
Okinawa is now emerging as a new growth engine for Japan’s economy. Its geographic advantage as a gateway to Asia, its culturally diverse and inclusive environment, and its young workforce potential position the region for significant economic relevance.
At Guscoord, we aim to bring these regional strengths to businesses throughout Japan, helping them build HR strategies that are both future-ready and locally adaptable.
With field-tested know-how from Okinawa and a perspective that works globally,
we serve as professionals who help unleash the full potential of people and organizations.
From compliance to strategy, Guscoord is committed to walking alongside you as a partner in shaping your company’s future.
Guscoord Professional HR Services
RepresentativeHead of Office: Yoshiro Tokeshi
Professional Experience
- 2005 Siebold Foundation (Netherlands) – Resident Researcher in JapanManaged and produced numerous international cultural projects, including the Vermeer Exhibition (2008, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum) and The Art of Star Wars (2005, Tokyo International Forum). Also involved in overseas license negotiations, co-publishing, art investment, and various venture businesses.
- 2009 Clifford Chance LLP (UK) – Tokyo Office, Administration DepartmentWorked at one of the world's top global law firms, handling back-office administration and vendor management.
Education
- 2001
- Graduated from Meiji University, Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Department of Political Science
- 2002
- Completed program at Oxford Brookes University (UK)
- 2004
- Master of Arts in Literature, University of Salford (UK)
資格
- 特定社会保険労務士
Office Overview
Organization | Guscoord Professional HR Services |
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Address | Clearth Building 3-B, 762-14 Ameku, Naha City, Okinawa 900-0005, Japan |
TEL/FAX | +81-98-862-3018 / +81-98-862-3030 |
info@guscoord.com | |
Office Closed | Saturdays, Sundays, and National Holidays |
Number of Employees | 22 (as of June 2024) |
RepresentativeHead of Office: | Yoshiro Tokeshi |
Affiliated Company | Guscoord Co., Ltd. |