ContentsWhy Tokyo?

440 Special Ideas

5Incentive Tour Sample

15About Tokyo

16About TCVB

18TOKYO,where success is measuredby quality.
There are a wealth of unique experiences in Tokyothat will satisfy your guests’ curiosity.
The elegant cultural experiences awaiting yourguests during a pleasant stay in the city willinspire them and contribute greatly toward theachievement of team goals.
Along with traditional culture and performingarts that have matured in a unique manner, Tokyooffers a distinctive vision of Japan’s spiritual andelegant food culture and sense of beauty, which ischaracterized by a love of the natural seasons.
Why not create unforgettable memories with a visitto Tokyo?

Why Tokyo?

Ten reasonswhy Tokyo is extraordinaryTokyo has a proven track record as a business and tourism center, and the city is extremely well regardedfor its multifaceted appeal. Here are ten reasons to choose Tokyo for your next corporate event destination.

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Theme Events andTeam Building ProgramsTokyo offers a variety of uniqueactivities that will inspire freshexcitement, and help tomotivate and unite yourguests as a team.

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1. Sushi Making ExperienceSee what it’s like to prepare sushilike a pro while learning about thehistory of the dish and differentvarieties of fish.
At the end,you’ll tastethe sushiyou prepared.

2. Team Building Japanese CookingParticipate in a team-building cookingprogram about Japanese cuisine.
Master chef will tell a team whatthey should cook and give a simplerecipe. They will unite to think anddecide by themselves how to cook andwhat seasoning they use to creat awonderful plate.

3. Wagashi Japanese Sweets Making & Tea Ceremony ExperienceExperience making wagashi, orJapanese-style sweets, whilewatching a demonstrationby a seasoned expertin the craft. Then tastethe fruit of yourlabors during a teaceremony.

4. Samurai TrainingWear a traditional kimono and learnabout the ancient way of the warrior.
This program has team-buildingpotential as well, for example withdifferent teams practicing samuraitechniques against one another.

5. Team Building Taiko Lesson

8Experience what it’s like to play thetaiko, a traditional Japanese drum.
This program concludes with membersof your group playingthe instrumentstogether, so it makesa great team-buildingexperience as well.

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6. CanoeingTry canoeing on one ofthe many urban rivers inTokyo while taking in iconiclocations. Keep fit whenaway home. Viewed fromriver level, you will find anew face of the city.

7. Escape GameIndoor adventure and experienceoffers ideal option for corporate teambuilding. Small groups get lockedand try to escape while findingcrues in a room.

8. Cycling in TokyoFrom this gigantic city’s famoussightseeing destinations to pleasant outof-the-way local spots, your guests willfollow an interestingcourse that is onlyaccessible bybicycle.

9. Imperial Palace RunningOne of Japan’s most famous runningcourses stretches around the ImperialPalace. While runnnig about5 kilometers course, your guestswill enjoy the contrast between thesurrounding business district and thepalace’s moat in the heart of the city.

10. Making Food SamplesTeam members will try theirhand at creating the kind offood samples that yousee in restaurantwindows in Japan.
The finished samplessurprisingly look identicalto the real thing.

9Tokyo offers visitorsa special opportunityto experience the uniquephilosophy, sense of beauty,and lifestyle that developedover Japan’s long history.

CultureExperience1. Rickshaw Ride ExperienceA rickshaw provides a freshexperience of Tokyo’s old townfrom a slightly higher line ofsight. The rickshaw runner willtell you the insight story of theold town of Asakusa.

2. Strolling around Town in a KimonoYour guests will enjoy shoppingand strolling through thecity while wearing a kimono.
Wearing a traditional handmadekimono will let them experienceone aspect of what it means tobe Japanese.

3. Learning Japanese Culinary CultureYour guests will see a demonstration of how to sharpenblades at a specialty knife shop and then experiencethe process of making dried bonito shavings, anessential part of Japanese cuisine, at a shop specializingin that food. Discover the secrets of Japanese cuisine,a UNESCO intangible cultural property, at an old shopwith several hundred years of history.

4. Experiencing the World of the GeishaGeisha areprofessionalperformers and expertsin hospitality. Relax on acushion on a tatami mat flooras you enjoy an ancient form ofentertainment.

5. Crafting a Bonsai Plant

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Bonsai is a Japanese art form that hasreceived high recognition from aroundthe world. By experiencing what it’s liketo maintain these small trees, yourguests will come to realize how muchattention goes into the aesthetic andunderlying conception of nature.

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Traditional &Cutting Edge PerformancesChoose from a variety ofthe latest performances,all flavored with theunique sense of Tokyo.
It will help you creatememorable event foryour guests as the highlight of the trip.

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1. Sumo & Robot ShowWatch as former sumo wrestlersstage a presentation of someof the sport’ s techniqueswith a lead of latest humanoidrobot "Pepper". The sound of twowrestlers coming together in the ringis powerful. You can face off againsta sumo wrestler yourself!

2. Ikebana Flower Arrangement Performance with Live Japanese MusicEnjoy flower arrangement asperformance art on a huge scalein this collaboration of Ikebanapractitioners with a live performanceof traditional Japanese musicincluding shamisen and folk music.

3. Japanese Calligraphy Performance with Live Japanese MusicGet pleasure from a powerfulpresentation in which aperformer writes characterson enormous sheets of paperwhile accompanied by a liveperformance of Japaneseinstruments.

4. Taiko PerformanceEnjoy a powerful taiko drumperformance by passionate andcheerful drummers. It will be the bestoption to dramatically start a partyin Japanese ambience as well as anentertainment option after a dinnerwhile guests seating backin a relax mood.

5. Awaodori Dance Performance

12Sit back and enjoy a livemusical performance as manymen and women fire up yourgroup with livelyrhythms and dance moves.
You can also try theAwaodori dance yourselfafter the performance.

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6. Japanese Traditional Noh EntertainmentEnjoy the traditionaldance of Noh,a classicalJapanese art formthat has been designatedan Intangible World Heritageby UNESCO.

7. Ninja WarriorsEnjoy an acrobatic show realized bytrained performers with amazingphysical abilities, along witha presentation of ninjatechniques that have beenpassed down over manyyears as part of thistraditional martial art.

8. Kimono Girls “Asakusa Furisode-San”Experience Japanese hospitality as offeredby women wearing traditionalwhite makeup, Japanese-stylehairdos, and long-sleevedkimonos. You shouldn’tmiss the spectacle asthe group performs aJapanese-style dance.

9. Projection Live PerfomanceGet pleasure from performing artsthat seamlessly combine the latestvideo technology with sound anddance in order to recreate Japanesemartial arts in the formof entertainment.
Photo: ORIENTARHYTHM

10. Dance-ish EntertainmentDance-based performances whichtake advantage of the fusionof physical ability, multimediatechnology and illusion have receivedenormous applause worldwide,and promise to add a memorablemoment to any parties.
Photo: EBIKEN (Kenichi Ebina)

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From shrines and temples toaquariums, art museums,and riverboats, uniqueJapanese venues promise to makeyour corporate event special one.

UnforgettableEvent1. Shrine or TempleImagine your next corporate event in anauthentic Japanese atmosphere.
Some shrines or temples might be an option.
Thinking about the long history of the faithof Japanese people, you will be making anunforgettable cultural experience in your life.

2. Party with Life-Size FiguresHow about an out-of-the-ordinaryparty at a facility with more than60 life-size figures of Japaneseand overseas celebrities?
There’s no shortage ofopportunities to take asouvenir photo.

3. Aqua PartySeveral aquariums can be booked exclusivelyand guests can enjoy an unique reception eventaround observing up marine life in a tank. Howabout holding a memorable banquet on top of askyscraper or bottom of world tallest free-standingtower while guests feel as if they are in the depthof the ocean.

4. Historical MuseumsFrom national museumsto newly rebuilt museums,Tokyo has a variety ofmuseums andart galleries which openfor corporate party.

5. Party on a WaterSpaceship-like design featuring a silver metallic sleek bodyending with a gullwing. With the addition of roofdeck, guests can enjoy the beautifulscenery of Tokyo bay or Sumida riverfrom both inside and outsideof the boat.
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In Tokyo, where the world’sculinary styles come together, guests arenever allowed to tire of food.
From premium restaurantsto simpler establishments,your guests will find pricesthat are surprisingly reasonablefor the quality they fetch.

Wealth ofDining Options1. Best RestaurantsTokyo is home to numerous restaurantsthat appeal to gourmands theworld over, including some of thebest restaurants in Asia and aroundthe globe. Why not give a specialexperience to your top achievers?
Photo: NARISAWA

2. Losing Yourself in the World of FilmYour guests will feast on deliciouscuisine while losing themselves in theworld of film, for example by eating ata restaurant where they can feel as ifthey are in the world of director AkiraKurosawa.
Photo: NAGATACHO KUROSAWA

3. Exploring Tokyo’s WaterscapeTokyo has been a “city of waterways”for 400 years. One way to havefun is to prompt memoriesof the Tokyo of old ata restaurant on a river, canal,or moat.
Photo: NIHONBASHI ICHI NO ICHI NO ICHI

4. Whether to Grill or Boil MeatOne of the best ways to taste wagyu beef isteppan’yaki, a minimalist cooking techniquethat brings out the flavor of the meat.
Enjoying the chef’s performance is the funpart of the dinner.
Photo: GINZA UKAITEI

5. Gathering in a HouseYour guests can enjoy a specialdining experience in a buildingwhere they can sense the history ofTokyo, for example at a restaurantused to be a mansion owned by amember of the nobility.
Photo: OGASAWARA-HAKUSHAKU-TEI

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Japan is a shopper’s paradise,a safe place where you canpurchase high-quality products.
Let your guests enjoy the kind ofspecial shopping experience thatonly Tokyo can offer.

Unique ShoppingExperience1. Luxury Shopping ExperienceFamous department storesoffers concierge service toassist international shoppers.
They cater for customers tofulfill their needs to make theirshopping time comfortable andmemorable one.

2. Local Shopping StreetsBetween skyscrapers you’ll findshopping streets filled with localstores that offer food and drink,souvenirs, and fashions for locals.
It’s fun to eat and shop your way.

3. Wholesale StreetsTake your guests to variouswholesale streets where storesoffer kitchen products or retailsupplies for professionals.
Your guests will be able tofind inexpensive souvenirs likepottery and tableware.

4. Market ExperienceThe world’s largest fish market, whichis known as “Tokyo’s Kitchen,” alsohas a bustling outdoor retail market aswell as an extensive selection ofrestaurants serving fresh sushiand beyond.

5. Antiquing

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The antique markets that are heldperiodically at shrines in the city and at TokyoInternational Forum are an ideal source ofsouvenirs that are rich in Japanese ambience.
Your guests shouldn’t miss the art fairsheld in locations such as Marunouchi andKyobashi, either.

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Sample ItineraryCulture, art, technology, nature, gourmet dining, and shopping… your team’s four-day stayin Tokyo will pay dividends in the form of teamwork and business inspiration.
We can propose plans that promise meaningful, memorable experiences as your guests striveto attain loftier, more distant goals.

17About Tokyo

General InformationAbout TokyoJapan’s capital is modern and cosmopolitan, yet rich in cultural heritage.
Majestic skyscrapers contrast with the venerable Tokyo Station building andnearby Imperial Palace with its moat and inner gardens. A short walk fromfashionable Ginza is the historic theater where kabuki is performed. Some 39million passengers commute daily on trains in the Tokyo metropolitan area, while1 million people board a taxi each day. Visitors may also take a leisurely pace toenjoy the sights and sounds of Tokyo Bay aboard an old-fashioned yakatabunehouseboat, dining in traditional style and singing karaoke. The variety andintrigue of Tokyo never ends.
Best Times of the Year to Visit TokyoPopular seasons to visit Tokyo remain spring, from March to May, and autumn, fromSeptember through November. While cherry blossoms bloom from the end of Marchto the beginning of April, the leaves change colors from mid to late November. Therainy season lasts from early June to mid July.

Tokyo Event CalendarMonthEventLocation

February

Setsubun"Daruma Kuyo"

Nishi-Arai Daishi Temple

Tokyo Marathon

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Tokyo Big Sight

Cherry Blossom Festival

Ueno Park and around the city

Anime JapanTokyo Big Sight

April

Yabusame Horseback Archery

Sumida ParkMay

Kanda-Matsuri Festival *Kanda Myojin

Sanja Matsuri Sanja-Sama

Asakusa Jinja Shrine

June

Sanno Festival *Hie Jinja Shrine

July

Sumida River Fireworks Festival

Sumida River

Iriya Asagao Matsuri Morning Glory FestivalAround Iriya Kishimojin

Fukagawa Hachiman Festival *Tomioka-Hachimangu Shrine

Koenji Awa-Odori Dance Parade

Along The Shopping Streets Northand South of JR Koenji Station

Asakusa Samba Carnival

Asakusa

OctoberTokyo International Film Festival

Roppongi Hills

November

Roosters Fair "Tori-No-Ichi"

Chokoku-Ji Temple Ohtori Shrine and fewother temples or shrines

DecemberBattledore Market "Hagoita-Ichi"

Sensoji Temple

Tokyo Motor Show (Bi-year)

Tokyo Big Sight

MarchAugust* Tokyo's big three festivals

18More Information http://www.gotokyo.org/en/index.html

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Flight AccessNarita International Airport (with three terminals) and Tokyo International Airport(Haneda) (the international terminal) together handle all major carriers, providinggreat access for visitors from around the globe. Together these airports serve as akey hub to the region as well. Narita offers over 1,450 international flights everyweek, connecting to 106 cities around the world and has opened a dedicatedlow-cost carrier (LCC) terminal in line with efforts to further enhance convenience.
Meanwhile, Haneda provides over 600 international flights weekly, serving 27cities across the globe, and has begun 24-hour operation.

Transportation in and around TokyoOverview – A network of train lines run by JR East Japan and the subway linesof Tokyo Metro and Toei link stations that are located near hotels, conventionvenues. Train timetables are located on the platforms and are very reliablesince the trains in Tokyo run on time.
Taxis – In central Tokyo, taxis are a convenient way to get around town. Attrain stations, hotels and convention venues, passengers can board taxisthat are lined up at designated spots. At the corner of an intersection oralong a busy street, you can hail an approaching taxi by raising your hand.
Shinkansen – All six lines depart from Tokyo Station, and certain bullettrains also stop at Shinagawa Station and Ueno Station. Passengersalso can reach such northern destinations as Hokkaido, Aomori, Akita,Yamagata and more; head west to Kyoto (approx. 140 trains a day), etc.;and to the south, including Hakata on Kyushu island. Niigata along the JapanSea and Nagano in the central Highlands (known as the Roof of Japan) are afew of the many other popular destinations served by the bullet trains.

19About TCVBOur Service and Program

Special Offers for Tokyo Corporate EventsThe Business Events Team at the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau offers special services forplanners of corporate meetings and incentive travel in Tokyo. See the list below. Also checkour website for eligibility criteria and how to apply.

1. Site Visit SupportSupport is provided to decision-makers of the event’s destination in the process of selectingdestinations for their group of at least 1,000 visitor nights in Tokyo.
Note: A visitor night is defined as one person staying for one night in Tokyo.
(Example: 500 attendees x 2 nights = 1,000 visitor nights) All offers and criteria are subjectto change without prior notice. All offers are provided within a set budget per event.

Group Size & Support Items1,000 or more visitor nights in Tokyo- Airfare - a round trip to Tokyo from/to Narita or Haneda International Airports only- Accommodation fee and ground transportation within Tokyo

2. Special ProgramsThese programs are provided to planners who are in the process of selecting destinations fortheir group of at least 100 visitor nights in Tokyo.
Group Size & Support Items100 or more visitor nights in Tokyo- Giveaway item for each participant400 or more visitor nights in Tokyo- Giveaway item for each participant & special souvenir for VIPs +- A choice of party entertainment from among multiple options +- Warm welcome at Narita/Haneda International Airport

More services availableSite Inspections / Online RFP / Finding Partners in Tokyo / Event Planning

Contact us at:Business Events TeamTokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB)Nisshin Bldg. 6F, 346-6 Yamabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0801 JapanTel: +81-3-5579-2684 Fax: +81-3-5579-2685Email: businessevents@tcvb.or.jpURL: www.businesseventstokyo.org

20All information in this brochure is correct as of February 2016 , but is subject to change without prior notice. Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau andTokyo Metropolitan Government disclaim any liability for any loss or damages occurred by third-party products or services. Copyright © 2016 TokyoConvention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. Design: Vollmer Design