Ground Anchors: Tension Control
2017/12/04

Yoshiashi's Stress Management Chart | The Osu Kannon and Keidoro Episode

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I played “Keidoro” with some kids near Osu Kannon. “Keidoro” is a game where you play cops and robbers, but it seems the name and rules vary by region. Keidoro (Wikipedia) I ran around chasing the kids (though I was just the cop, lol)…

2017/12/03

Eating at Burger King! | Food Review Series, Part 2

皆さんこんにちは。 エンタです。 今日は1日愛知県の大須という地域にいました。 ココにあるハンバーガーが最高なんです! そう!知る人ぞ知るバーガーキング! 東海圏と関西圏にチラホラなので、んだそりゃ?って言われる方もいると思いますが、 くぁ…

5S Activities
2017/12/02

The Benefits of 5S Organization and Tidiness | Workplace Reform with a Focus on Cleanliness and Discipline

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. You’ve all heard of “sorting, organizing, and cleaning,” right? lol Let me explain in detail. Sorting: Separating what’s necessary from what’s unnecessary and discarding the unnecessary items. Organizing: Designating specific storage locations so that everyone knows exactly where things go. Cleaning: Thoroughly cleaning your personal belongings and your workplace. As the saying goes…

2017/12/01

How to Convert CAD Data | Slope Contractors Fretting Over a Drop in Work in January

Hi, everyone. It’s Enta. I don’t have any work in January. Haha. Though, I’m starting to find it hard to laugh about it anymore... It’s because I’m not good enough... This is seriously bad. It’s really bad if I don’t have any work in January and February!! People often say to me, “Come on, you’re just saying that—you’re actually busy, aren’t you!?”...

Hakonuki
2017/11/30

The Secrets of Formwork Removal (2017 Edition) | Collaboration Between Slope Contractors and Anchor Contractors

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It’s December—the busiest month of the year. Or is it starting tomorrow? Anyway, accidents tend to increase during December. Even though rushing doesn’t change anything, we still end up rushing. Let’s take it slow, especially during December! But enough of that. Let’s talk about formwork removal—specifically, removing formwork from the structural frame (after installing void pipes and PVC pipes, followed by rebar insertion and anchoring…)

2017/11/29

How to Verify the Number of Anchors Installed | Management Items for Lath Installation

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, I’m going to give a speech at a certain location within the Ministry of Justice. My heart’s already racing lol. I’m always eager to try new things as learning experiences, but speaking in front of people is really tough. I’m probably going to break out in a weird sweat lol. Anyway, moving on… An…

Women in Construction
2017/11/28

Attended a Seminar on Women's Participation in the Construction Industry | Changing the Industry from a Woman's Perspective

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I attended the “Seminar on Women’s Participation in the Construction Industry.” It was a seminar focused on women making their mark in the construction industry. Even though I’m on the employer side, I can really feel it! We’re entering an era where women are taking the lead, lol. The construction industry can’t keep relying solely on male workers anymore…

What You Gain and What You Lose
2017/11/27

What We Lose and Gain Through Digitalization | The Reality of Smartphone Addiction

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Do you use a smartphone? Do you get really anxious when you don’t have your smartphone with you?? I’m totally addicted to mine, lol. My smartphone has music, Gmail, LINE, Dropbox, my blog, a notepad, my schedule, and photos from my work sites. I just can’t live without my smartphone…

2017/11/26

Tasting Nagoya Cochin Chicken Sashimi | Food Review Series, Part 1

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I had something absolutely delicious! I’m originally from Kagoshima in Kyushu. When you think of Kagoshima in Kyushu, you think of chicken sashimi, right? (laughs) So, while I was wondering if that flavor was something I could only get in Kagoshima, I found it right nearby! Nagoya Co…