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Osaka
As a longtime cultural and economic hub of Japan, Osaka has much to offer in terms of traditional and contemporary cultural tourism, from bunraku puppet theater (a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage) to Osaka Castle, Dotombori, Universal Studios Japan, and more. Another major advantage of Osaka is the easy access it offers to World Heritage sites in Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Wakayama, which are all in the Kansai region. Some World Heritage sites can be reached in 45 minutes. In addition, Osaka’s food culture is so abundant that it is known as a kuidaore-no-machi (a town where you can eat until you drop). Osaka’s particular brand of hospitality is a great way to welcome guests from overseas.
Access
Kansai International Airport> Namba Station: Approx. 40 min. by train (Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express Rapi:t)
Kansai International Airport> Osaka Station: Approx. 50 min. by train (JR Kansai Airport Limited Express Haruka)
Kansai International Airport> Namba: 50 min. by limousine bus
Kansai International Airport> Osaka Station: 60 min. by limousine bus
Venues overview
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Total | 1,500 | 122,000 |
Pre-/Post-Convention Programs


Create lasting memories with a range of unique programs introduced by OCTB. Visitors can enjoy Bunraku puppet theater, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, at the National Bunraku Theater, where English audio guides are available for a fee, and also experience Noh and Kyogen performances at the Yamamoto Noh Theater and Ohtsuki Noh Theater. The Yamamoto Noh Theater offers a special private program with English subtitles and is also available for private events. There are numerous hands-on experiences for visitors to enjoy, with some of the most popular being sumo wrestling in an actual ring, making takoyaki (octopus dumplings), and crafting nigiri-zushi.
Sustainability

Advantages and Characteristics
- Green policies and a circular economy
- Partnerships at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai
Support Programs for Convention
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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 | N/A | ||
Providing discounts on public transportation | N/A | ||
Dispatching tourism ambassadors | N/A | ||
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
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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 | N/A |
Airport transfer services | N/A |
Welcome banners | Yes |
Chartered transport (e.g. coaches) | N/A |
Prepaid cards for public transport | N/A |
Venues (MICE facilities, unique venues) | N/A |
Event management services | N/A |
Recruiting volunteers to assist at events | Yes |
Excursions, technical visits etc. | N/A |
Attractions, entertainment etc. | Yes |
Experience programs | Yes |
Local cuisine, traditional cuisine | N/A |
Greeting at airport or station | N/A |
Greeting or welcome letter from local government head | N/A |
Travel brochures | Yes |
Discount coupons | N/A |
Giveaways | Yes |
Venues
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Convention Facility
INTEX Osaka
Osaka
INTEX Osaka opened in 1985 and is the biggest exhibition hall in western Japan with a tot...
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Convention Facility
International House, Osaka (Osaka Conference Center & Hotel)
Osaka
International House, Osaka is the perfect location for all event organizers and attendees...
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Convention Facility
Osaka International Convention Center (Grand Cube Osaka)
Osaka
Osaka International Convention Center is located in Nakanoshima. Nakanoshima has long ser...