The Chiba Convention Bureau, Japan, has over 35 years of experience in international convention bidding and destination marketing.　We support international associations in bringing academic congresses of 1,000+ participants to Chiba, located next to Tokyo, particularly in the medical and engineering fields. We offer access to flexible, world-class venues such as Makuhari Messe for both conferences and exhibitions.

We look forward to exploring opportunities to support your events in Japan and across Asia Pacific, and to meeting you in person.

Discover Something Special – Just Steps Away from Tokyo: Welcome to CHIBA
  At the Chiba Convention Bureau, we are here to support and elevate your next business event. Just a short trip from Tokyo, Chiba offers a unique blend of convenience, value, and authentic Japanese experiences.
  As the proud home of Tokyo Disney Resort, Chiba combines global attractions with local charm to create unforgettable moments for your attendees.

Access
   Ideally located between Narita and Haneda Airports, Chiba is just 30 minutes from both—and from central Tokyo. Getting here is easy; staying is even easier.

Competitive Pricing
   Chiba provides cost-effective venue options. Venue fees at convention centers and hotels are significantly more affordable than those in the metropolitan area—without compromising quality.

Health – Safe & Secure
   From fresh local cuisine and outdoor sports to advanced medical services, Chiba ensures a health-conscious environment. Our warm hospitality and safe infrastructure create peace of mind for all attendees.

Innovation
   As home to numerous universities and research institutions, Chiba is a hub for innovation and new ideas—making it an inspiring setting for forward-thinking events.

Big to Small Venues
   From large-scale conventions at Makuhari Messe—one of Asia’s largest convention complexes with 3,200 hotel rooms within walking distance—to smaller, unique venues throughout the region, Chiba offers flexibility for every type of event.

We look forward to meeting you at IMEX2026 and sharing the many advantages of choosing Chiba—Tokyo Bay’s hidden gem—as your next business event destination in Japan.

JR-East Hotels is subsidiary of JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), which is one of the largest Railway company in Japan and we are Hotel Management and Operating company. So far, we have 63 hotels all over East Japan area, from luxury, upscale, to selected service category. -Luxury : mesm Tokyo, The Tokyo Station Hotel -Upscale : Metropolitan Hotels

Founded in 1905 as a travel agency, NIPPON TRAVEL AGENCY Group has now branched out from travel into various other areas ranging from business to education. We aim to realize the value that clients seek through support in every interaction-related field. Our clients may have different goals, but the large tourist attraction known as Earth and the happiness of its people, along with the abundant cultures that are born there, are indispensable for realizing their values. Accordingly, with the goal of sustainable business for the future, we pledge to work on achieving SDGs based on “people,” “scenery,” and “culture” while carefully considering what can be done in the present. 

NTA was established in 1905 and is known as the travel agency with the longest history in Japan.

Despite the long history and experience of over 120 years, NTA has concentrated its efforts in producing quality travels, responding to the needs of the times while anticipating the demands of the future.

Strong company network with unparalleled purchasing power

West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is our parent company. Our strong relationship allows us to have the power and ability to develop products throughout Japan. We also have over 100 branch offices across Japan. With those offices, we collect information and trends nationwide, and provide services anywhere in Japan.

This is one of our unbearable strengths that no other DMC in Japan can follow.
 

NTA PROMISES :

✔ Create healthy, equal, and rich, energetic lifestyles.

✔ Protect the nature and beautiful scenery that bless our lives

✔ Encourage the understanding of individual cultures and contribute to the establishment of a peaceful and fair society.

Set in the dynamic city of Osaka, our two waterfront venues deliver world-class settings for international events.

Osaka International Convention Center offers an elegant riverside environment for conferences, while INTEX Osaka provides expansive space for exhibitions and major events.

Backed by Osaka’s global spotlight after Expo 2025 and new support programs for international meetings, we invite you to discover why Osaka is the perfect stage for your next event.

Osaka International Convention Center

https://www.gco.co.jp

INTEX OSAKA

https://www.intex-osaka.com/en/

Osaka Kansai Hotel Alliance represents a network of hotels across the Kansai region, primarily centered on Osaka and Hyogo (including Kobe and surrounding areas), and participates in this trade show as a point of contact to introduce the region’s environment for hosting international MICE events.

At this exhibition, our objective is not to promote individual hotels, but to explain the advantages of selecting Kansai as a MICE destination and the comprehensive accommodation framework supported by the region’s hotels.

Kansai is one of Japan’s most accessible regions, with well-developed transportation infrastructure including Kansai International Airport, Osaka Itami Airport, Kobe Airport, and the Shinkansen network. In addition, major cities such as Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara are concentrated within a compact area and connected by efficient transportation systems, offering outstanding mobility and convenience for MICE events.

One of Kansai’s key strengths lies in the diversity of its hotels. A wide range of options is available, from luxury properties to relaxation-oriented and highly functional hotels, enabling flexible accommodation planning in line with event scale, participant profiles, and objectives.

Kansai also offers sufficient accommodation and meeting capacity to host international conferences and large-scale events. The region supports distributed MICE designs that make use of multiple hotels and venues, allowing organizers to respond flexibly to various event formats, from large conventions to VIP programs.

Furthermore, Kansai provides significant added value through its cultural and experiential assets, including the historic heritage of Kyoto and Nara, the vibrant urban character of Osaka, and the international atmosphere of Kobe, all of which contribute to enhanced participant satisfaction.

At this booth, we serve as a general contact point to explain Kansai’s hotel environment and MICE hosting capabilities. Specific hotel selection and conditions are considered on a case-by-case basis, in line with the requirements of event organizers and in coordination with relevant organizations.

Looking for a MICE destination where business objectives and local experiences truly connect?

Namba, Osaka is one of Japan’s most vibrant urban district—where convention venues, hotels, dining, shopping, and cultural entertainment are all within walking distance.

Participants don’t just attend an event; they experience the “real Osaka” as part of the program.

South Osaka MICE and Corporate Visits offers end-to-end support for international meetings, incentives, and corporate events, powered by the Nankai Group.

From venue and hotel coordination to transportation and on-site logistics, we simplify planning and reduce risk.

What makes us different is our ability to combine MICE with exclusive corporate and industrial visits.

Before or after your event, we arrange direct access to leading manufacturers, executives, and production sites in South Osaka and Wakayama—adding strategic value beyond the meeting room.

Why South Osaka, Namba?

★ Fast & Easy Access

30 minutes from Kansai International Airport / 15 minutes from Shin-Osaka Station

★ Business Meets Entertainment

Minutes from Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku—ideal for programs that balance meetings with authentic local experiences

★ True One-Stop MICE Solution

Transportation, venues, hotels, and local content coordinated by the Nankai Group, the region’s key urban developer

★ Exclusive Corporate & Industrial Visits

Private engagements with top manufacturing companies, executives, and factories—not available through standard programs

Let’s discuss how South Osaka can strengthen your next event program.

Book a meeting with us at IMEX Frankfurt.

A Member of The Leading Hotels of The World

The Okura Tokyo is a luxury hotel in Tokyo with a difference. Across two brands and buildings with intriguingly different styles - Okura Prestige and Okura Heritage - we provide impeccable hospitality, five-star amenities, and world-renowned luxury. Both hotels reopen in 2019 after 4 years renovation.

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From the magnificent Heian Room to comfortable private boardrooms, our meeting spaces cater to every requirement. 

https://theokuratokyo.jp/en/meetings-and-events/

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Offering various types of spacious room from 48sqm, 508 rooms in total. 368 rooms in Okura Prestige, and 140 rooms in Okura Heritage.

https://theokuratokyo.jp/en/

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Several of the finest international restaurants in Tokyo are housed within the two wings of The Okura. Our chefs continue the culinary traditions of their predecessors with diligence and passion, ensuring that world-renowned techniques combine with Japanese inventiveness and dedication to quality.

https://theokuratokyo.jp/en/dining/

 With our deep knowledge and long experience, TOBU TOP TOURS offers a wide variety of programs, such as incentive activities, conferences and meetings, international sports events, and product launching events.

 We also work on tailor made leisure tour program for wholesalers, and special interest tours for groups.

 Through bringing our clients to a closer and more intimate understanding of Japan and the nuances of our culture, we have in turn been able to learn and develop our own deep appreciation of how to meet the needs and expectations of our clients from all over the world.

 TOBU TOP TOURS is one of Japan’s most experienced destination management companies.

Nagoya is not just another stop between Tokyo and Kyoto. It is a practical and memorable way to add depth, exclusivity and local authenticity to Japan itineraries. 

Tourism Designers Co., Ltd. is a Nagoya-based DMC delivering inbound and MICE programs across Central Japan.

Since 2013, we have specialized in incentive team-building and unique-venue parties — from sake breweries and pottery kilns to receptions for up to 500 guests in the historic Endoji shopping district, all paired with authentic experiences like tea ceremony, iaido, and geisha dinners. 

JR Central Hotels is a hotel group operating 8 properties strategically located along Japan’s Golden Route, offering outstanding accessibility and efficiency for international travel.

Our portfolio spans key destinations including Kyoto, Nagoya, and Takayama. In Nagoya, our flagship hotel located directly above Nagoya Station features approximately 1,000 guest rooms, providing exceptional capacity for large groups and MICE events. In Kyoto, we offer 2 centrally located hotels with a combined total of approximately 400 rooms, ideal for incentive travel and group programs.

With strong room inventory, prime locations, and seamless access to the Shinkansen network, JR Central Hotels is a reliable partner for MICE, incentive travel, and group business across Japan.

UNIQUE VENUES OF JAPAN is a DMC brand operated by Value Management Co., Ltd.

We introduce a wide range of unique venues across Japan where exclusive and extraordinary experiences can be created, and provide one-stop production for MICE events at these locations. Our portfolio includes castles, shrines and temples, art museums, museums, Noh theaters, guesthouses,　traditional gardens, and many historical architectures.

In addition to venue sourcing, we can also arrange catering, entertainment, and various event services. If you are interested in hosting MICE events, accommodations, or weddings at Japan’s unique venues, please feel free to get in touch.