Japan has curated a collection of inspiring incentive experiences that meet the needs of post-Covid travel recovery
Japan's efforts towards post-pandemic recovery seem to be paying off. With a domestic vaccination rate of 77 % (as of Dec 8th, 2021), a third dose vaccination booster will soon be made available. There has been a significant decrease in the number of Covid-19 cases in Japan, with under 200 daily cases nationwide for the third straight week (as of Dec 8th, 2021). Currently all regions have lifted the state of emergency, and there are no restrictions for domestic travel in Japan. Restaurants can now serve alcohol and operate without restrictions on opening hours.
The global business events industry has been shaken by Covid-19, leading to the postponement or cancellation of many events, and causing industry stakeholders to rethink how their business operates. In response, the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has launched a new publication with information about how the industry as a whole is adapting to this “new normal” and why business event organisers should consider Japan for their next destination once international travel resumes.
Japan has a nationwide campaign to fight Covid-19 in accordance with directives from the central government. The focus of these Covid-19 countermeasures, meant for businesses and individuals, is on preventing or avoiding the so-called three Cs (3Cs).
Travel is the beating heart of the meetings and events industry, and human interaction its soul, so when coronavirus brought the world to a screeching halt in early 2020, the industry’s prospects appeared uncertain. But always resilient and innovative, the industry is already adapting.
Japan’s reputation for incredible food undoubtedly strengthens the appeal of people attending events hosted in the country. Here we share six food-related experiences from around Japan that MICE professionals can incorporate into their events.
Experiencing a different culture is one of the great joys of travel. This guide will help you have a stress-free time while in Japan for meetings, conventions, venue inspections and incentive trips. You may even discover some Japanese customs you wish to incorporate into your own daily life!
The recommendations in this article are for the purpose of possible future trips to Japan, in light of the current situation.
For business event and meeting organisers, Japan is an alluring destination that offers world-class venues, outstanding hospitality and unique cultural experiences that effortlessly blend traditional and contemporary.
With the Tokyo Olympics on the horizon, Japan has been keenly establishing itself as a prime destination for business travel, offering excellent hospitality and an eclectic mix of traditional culture and modern innovation.
Japan has built a solid reputation as an attractive destination for meetings and events in recent years, and now savvy business people are discovering the charms of Japan’s regional cities. With an appealing blend of traditional culture, beautiful nature and modern efficiency, these cities hit the sweet spot for event planners and attendees alike. Here we introduce just a few examples of what they can offer.
When Neil Smith began preparing for the annual conference for his organisation—the International Union of Aerospace Insurers (IUAI)—his biggest concern was the potential language barrier in Japan.
“Companies want to give their guests and their employees some hands-on experience of the place that they’re going to. In Japan, you can connect with people like the bonsai masters, who dedicate their life to their art.”
Different, distinctive, unique: a few of the words you hear in conversations about Japan. The culture, food and hospitality may all be described this way. Whether it’s a banquet in a feudal fortress, a workshop on taiko drumming or a team-building session re-enacting a historic Japanese dance festival, unique can also be applied to the way Japan holds business meetings and events.
It’s often said that becoming an expert takes 10,000 hours of practice, but not for Japanese artisans, also known as takumi. For them, becoming an expert is a lifelong mission dedicating oneself to a craft, continually honing their skills, with the goal of passing their craft on to future generations. This remarkable dedication, skill and philosophy, developed over centuries in Japan, is a source of fascination for business travellers, and one that continues to influence businesses worldwide today.
More and more business people and travel industry experts are recognising Japan as a premier destination for meetings and team-building events. While major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto have well-earned international reputations, Japan offers many other attractive locations worthy of consideration for your next meeting or event.
Der Reiz fernöstlicher Tradition im Verbund mit Innovation: Die Kansai Region ist das Herz japanischer Meetingkultur. Im Vorfeld der World Expo 2025 kommen große Weltkongresse.
Kansai, the heartland of Japanese meetings culture, offers both tradition and innovation and hosts major international conventions. The World Expo is coming in 2025.
Auf G20-Gipfel, Olympia 2020 und World Expo 2025 ist Japan gut vorbereitet. Planer erwartet exzellente Infrastruktur, präzise Logistik und perfekte Gastkultur mit Exotik-Flair.
The G20 Summit, 2020 Olympics and 2025 World Expo are coming. Japan is ready – with excellent infrastructure, high-precision logistics and impeccable hospitality.
As the 2020 Summer Olympics and Paralympics approach, Japan is in the global spotlight. This is hardly new for the country. In 2018, more than 31 million international visitors were recorded (the highest annual count in the country’s history), and the number is expected to balloon within the next decade.
In the run-up to the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, Japan has been experiencing double-digit growth in the number of international visitors over the past six years.
When visiting Japan, examples of the country’s distinct traditions and philosophy can be seen everywhere from street markets to shrines, from hotels to hillsides. For business travellers seeking new perspectives, the unique ways Japan combines old with new cannot fail to inspire.