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Maebashi
Located in the northwest part of the Kanto Plain, the capital of Gunma Prefecture is known as the “City of Water, Greenery and Poetry.” Maebashi is surrounded by an abundance of nature; it is guarded to the north by Mt. Akagi, one of the 100 most celebrated mountains in Japan, and through it flows the Tone River, which drains the largest watershed in the country. The city offers many convention facilities large and small, and hosts a variety of seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and other conventions, solidifying its role as an International Convention City.
Access
Tokyo International Airport (Haneda)> Maebashi Station: Approx. 100 min. by train
Narita Airport> Maebashi Station: Approx. 120 min. by train
Tokyo Station> Maebashi Station: Approx. 70 min. by train*1
*1 Take the JR Joetsu/Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Takasaki Station (approx. 55 min.), then take the Ryomo Line to Maebashi Station (approx. 15 min.).
Ueno Station> Maebashi Station: Approx. 135 min. by train*2
*2 Take the JR Takasaki Line from Ueno Station to Takasaki Station (approx. 120 min.), then take the Ryomo Line to Maebashi Station (approx. 15 min.).
Asakusa Station> Chuo Maebashi Station: Approx. 160 min. by train*3
*3 Take the Tobu Limited Express Ryomo from Asakusa Station to Akagi Station (approx. 120 min.), then take the Jomo Railway Line to Chuo-Maebashi Station (approx. 41 min.)
Venues overview
| Facility | Rooms | |
| Hotel | N/A | N/A |
| Ryokan | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 19 | 1,474 |
Pre-/Post-Convention Programs
- Programs to Experience Japanese Culture
At the annex of Rinkokaku, designated as an Important Cultural Property, you can experience Japanese culture through various programs provided in Japanese-style rooms, including kimono dressing and zaguri (silk reeling). - Guided Tour of Rinkokaku
Learn the history of Rinkokaku in a fun, 41-minute tour guided by a sightseeing volunteer (free of charge, reservation required).
Support Programs for Convention
| Support for bidding process | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Type of Support | Availability | |
| Site inspection | Arranging an inspection trip for site selection | Yes | |
| Support for hosting/preparation | |||
| Category | Type of Support | Availability | |
| PR | Support for encouraging participation in the event | Yes | |
| Supporting other PR activities | Yes | ||
| Conference and event preparation | Providing information on PCOs, travel agencies and event management companies | Yes | |
| Providing information on reception venues (including unique venues) | Yes | ||
| Providing information on related programs (local attractions, traditional performing arts, post-convention programs, sightseeing and hands-on experiences with Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants) | Yes | ||
| Providing tourism information | Yes | ||
| Conference and event operation | Arranging reception venues (including unique venues) | Yes | |
| Arranging volunteers | Yes | ||
| Setting up an information desk | Yes | ||
| Providing maps/guidebooks for participants | Yes | ||
| Arranging shuttle buses | Yes | ||
| Providing convention bags | Yes | ||
| Hospitality | Welcome posters and digital signage | Yes | |
| Welcome message by the head of the local government | Yes | ||
| Providing discount tickets to tourist facilities | Yes | ||
| Providing discounts on public transportation | N/A | ||
| Dispatching tourism ambassadors | Yes | ||
| Related programs | Making arrangements for attractions and traditional performing arts | Yes | |
| Making arrangements for post-convention programs | Yes | ||
| Making arrangements for sightseeing and hands-on experiences of Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants | Yes | ||
| Arranging tour interpreters and guides | Yes | ||
Support Programs for Incentive Travel
| Support for Planning Incentive Travel | |
|---|---|
| Type of Support | Availability |
| Site inspection support (provision of accommodation, food, tourist activities) | N/A |
| Creation of draft proposals, providing information | Yes |
| Financial and Logistical Support for Incentive Travel | |
| Type of Support | Availability |
| Accommodation | Yes |
| Airport transfer services | Yes |
| Welcome banners | Yes |
| Chartered transport (e.g. coaches) | Yes |
| Prepaid cards for public transport | Yes |
| Venues (MICE facilities, unique venues) | Yes |
| Event management services | Yes |
| Recruiting volunteers to assist at events | Yes |
| Excursions, technical visits etc. | Yes |
| Attractions, entertainment etc. | Yes |
| Experience programs | Yes |
| Local cuisine, traditional cuisine | Yes |
| Greeting at airport or station | Yes |
| Greeting or welcome letter from local government head | Yes |
| Travel brochures | Yes |
| Discount coupons | Yes |
| Giveaways | Yes |
