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TOKYO Corporate Meetings & Incentive Travel
Business Events Team  Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB)
www.businesseventstokyo.org
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TOKYO Where success is measured by quality. From the most Michelin starred restaurants of any city in the world to a dream transportation system, the name Tokyo speaks quality. Make your event or conference a success with world-class venues, impeccable service, and awless urban infrastructure. Or reward your high achievers with the rarest of travel treasures. Only in Tokyo do modern amenities, timeless traditions and cool pop culture blend so enticingly. Glimmering skylines, sedate temple gardens, and countless cuisines make it the perfect destination for enjoying business and pleasure or an unforgettable incentive trip.
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TOKYO Where success is measured by quality. From the most Michelin starred restaurants of any city in the world to a dream transportation system, the name Tokyo speaks quality. Make your event or conference a success with world-class venues, impeccable service, and awless urban infrastructure. Or reward your high achievers with the rarest of travel treasures. Only in Tokyo do modern amenities, timeless traditions and cool pop culture blend so enticingly. Glimmering skylines, sedate temple gardens, and countless cuisines make it the perfect destination for enjoying business and pleasure or an unforgettable incentive trip.
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Ancient traditions alive and well in Tokyo today
伝統
Tradition
From the fine arts to the martial arts, ancient culture and tradition fill the air in Tokyo. Visit one of the world’ s oldest performing arts stages, which was designated a“Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity”by UNESCO. Try on one of the most ancient theater costumes and learn how to perform the art of Noh. Or, get a peek behind the scenes of ever-popular Sumo and see active wrestlers training in their“stable.” It’ s living tradition and rich culture like you will find nowhere else on the planet.
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Tradition
Tradition
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Ancient traditions alive and well in Tokyo today
伝統
Tradition
From the fine arts to the martial arts, ancient culture and tradition fill the air in Tokyo. Visit one of the world’ s oldest performing arts stages, which was designated a“Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity”by UNESCO. Try on one of the most ancient theater costumes and learn how to perform the art of Noh. Or, get a peek behind the scenes of ever-popular Sumo and see active wrestlers training in their“stable.” It’ s living tradition and rich culture like you will find nowhere else on the planet.
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Tradition
Tradition
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美食
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Food
Wow your five senses with timeless cuisine Whether your cup of tea is a bowl of hot steaming ramen, the finest sushi or hyper-authentic Italian cuisine, Tokyo has more of it than anywhere ̶ over 100,000 restaurants and the most Michelin stars in the world. Freshness and quality are deeply rooted in Japanese culinary tradition, where you taste the ingredients. This food experience transcends just mouth-watering pleasure ̶ it delights all your senses. Dishes not only taste exceptionally good, they’ re a feast for your eyes too. In fact, Washoku, or traditional Japanese cuisine, has been added to UNESCO’ s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. You can even take some home. Learn sushi-making from master chefs, or become a sake aficionado and impress your friends.
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Food
Food
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美食
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Food
Wow your five senses with timeless cuisine Whether your cup of tea is a bowl of hot steaming ramen, the finest sushi or hyper-authentic Italian cuisine, Tokyo has more of it than anywhere ̶ over 100,000 restaurants and the most Michelin stars in the world. Freshness and quality are deeply rooted in Japanese culinary tradition, where you taste the ingredients. This food experience transcends just mouth-watering pleasure ̶ it delights all your senses. Dishes not only taste exceptionally good, they’ re a feast for your eyes too. In fact, Washoku, or traditional Japanese cuisine, has been added to UNESCO’ s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. You can even take some home. Learn sushi-making from master chefs, or become a sake aficionado and impress your friends.
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Food
Food
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Team Building
Build teams in the original home of group culture
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Team Building
Japan is a culture known for working together as a
Team cooking is another great way to build teams by
group. And Tokyo offers the right blend of cultural
leveraging the Tokyo culinary culture. Get your team
resources and venues for teambuilding activities that
to whip up some Japanese delicacies together. Points
will forge long-lasting bonds in your organization.
are awarded based on merits such as originality,
If you have ever seen Taiko drummers in action you
presentation and working as a team. A park near the
know how individual members drum in unison to
Tokyo waterfront offers a great venue. Eating what
produce a powerful, rhythmic sound. Overcoming
they’ ve created together will give your team a lasting
the challenge of striking the drums in sync creates a
taste of their time in Tokyo.
unique and powerful team-building exercise.
Team Building
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Team Building
Build teams in the original home of group culture
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Team Building
Japan is a culture known for working together as a
Team cooking is another great way to build teams by
group. And Tokyo offers the right blend of cultural
leveraging the Tokyo culinary culture. Get your team
resources and venues for teambuilding activities that
to whip up some Japanese delicacies together. Points
will forge long-lasting bonds in your organization.
are awarded based on merits such as originality,
If you have ever seen Taiko drummers in action you
presentation and working as a team. A park near the
know how individual members drum in unison to
Tokyo waterfront offers a great venue. Eating what
produce a powerful, rhythmic sound. Overcoming
they’ ve created together will give your team a lasting
the challenge of striking the drums in sync creates a
taste of their time in Tokyo.
unique and powerful team-building exercise.
Team Building
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Nature
Retreat and recharge
自然
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After a hard day of meetings, revitalize your body and soul with a quick escape to Mt. Mitake, which is revered as one of the most hallowed spots in the Tokyo area. Just two hours’drive from the city center you will find a hideaway favored for generations by mountain priests. Whether it’ s meditation at the historical shrine located at the top of the mountain, hiking among forests and waterfalls, an overnight stay at a mountain lodge for pilgrims, or waterfall purification, any of these activities will recharge you.
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Nature
Retreat and recharge
自然
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After a hard day of meetings, revitalize your body and soul with a quick escape to Mt. Mitake, which is revered as one of the most hallowed spots in the Tokyo area. Just two hours’drive from the city center you will find a hideaway favored for generations by mountain priests. Whether it’ s meditation at the historical shrine located at the top of the mountain, hiking among forests and waterfalls, an overnight stay at a mountain lodge for pilgrims, or waterfall purification, any of these activities will recharge you.
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Nature
Nature
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Work hard, and then work out
運動
Wellness
Well-traveled business people know the importance
try canoeing on one of the many urban rivers in
of staying well and keeping fit when away from
Tokyo. Or hone your stealthy skills in Ninja training
home. Tokyo offers a variety of unique opportunities
that may teach you the“mind of harmony”and a few
to stay active even in urban surroundings. Among the
other useful tips for modern-day business battles.
fun ways to work out while taking in iconic locations,
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Wellness
Wellness
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Work hard, and then work out
運動
Wellness
Well-traveled business people know the importance
try canoeing on one of the many urban rivers in
of staying well and keeping fit when away from
Tokyo. Or hone your stealthy skills in Ninja training
home. Tokyo offers a variety of unique opportunities
that may teach you the“mind of harmony”and a few
to stay active even in urban surroundings. Among the
other useful tips for modern-day business battles.
fun ways to work out while taking in iconic locations,
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Wellness
Wellness
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革新
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Progressive
Expand your horizons in the world’ s most modern metropolis Tokyo ranks among the world’ s most innovative cities. Here the past embraces the future on a scale you must experience to believe. It’ s no wonder oversea business press raves about the city’ s highly reliable and near-perfect transportation infrastructure and modern, innovative architecture and infrastructure. Modern amenities and technological wonders are not only about business. A time-warping, heart-pounding extravaganza filled with larger-than-life robotic characters will make an unforgettable evening in the city’ s famed Shinjuku district. Or get your body weight, body fat percentage, and heart rate measured Exhibition contents are subject to change without prior notice.
just by standing in front of the mirror. This magic mirror-on-the-wall will even offer you makeup suggestions. Wherever you go in Tokyo, the future is never far away.
Exhibition contents are subject to change without prior notice.
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Progressive
Progressive
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革新
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Progressive
Expand your horizons in the world’ s most modern metropolis Tokyo ranks among the world’ s most innovative cities. Here the past embraces the future on a scale you must experience to believe. It’ s no wonder oversea business press raves about the city’ s highly reliable and near-perfect transportation infrastructure and modern, innovative architecture and infrastructure. Modern amenities and technological wonders are not only about business. A time-warping, heart-pounding extravaganza filled with larger-than-life robotic characters will make an unforgettable evening in the city’ s famed Shinjuku district. Or get your body weight, body fat percentage, and heart rate measured Exhibition contents are subject to change without prior notice.
just by standing in front of the mirror. This magic mirror-on-the-wall will even offer you makeup suggestions. Wherever you go in Tokyo, the future is never far away.
Exhibition contents are subject to change without prior notice.
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Progressive
Progressive
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産業
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Industry
Discover how vibrant industries energize the local society The vast variety of industry present in Tokyo undoubtedly contributes to the city’ s very high economic output and safe, stable society. From well-known global companies and local manufacturers, almost all types of major facilities are concentrated in this metropolis known as economic center of Japan. Experience the innovative mechanisms and new era of logistics at the hub facility of one of Asia’ s leading companies. On the lighter side, discover the secrets of quality sake at local brewery that has been in continuous operation for hundreds of years. Or why not catch a demonstration of Japan’ s leading humanoid robots, and get a sense of how they may soon play a big role in our lives.
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Industry
Industry
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産業
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Industry
Discover how vibrant industries energize the local society The vast variety of industry present in Tokyo undoubtedly contributes to the city’ s very high economic output and safe, stable society. From well-known global companies and local manufacturers, almost all types of major facilities are concentrated in this metropolis known as economic center of Japan. Experience the innovative mechanisms and new era of logistics at the hub facility of one of Asia’ s leading companies. On the lighter side, discover the secrets of quality sake at local brewery that has been in continuous operation for hundreds of years. Or why not catch a demonstration of Japan’ s leading humanoid robots, and get a sense of how they may soon play a big role in our lives.
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Industry
Industry
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Party Scene
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Memorable occasions, memorable locations
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As the capital of the world’ s third-largest economy, Tokyo is accustomed to welcoming government dignitaries and business leaders from around the globe. The city’ s high quality of service and welcoming spirit gets put to the test often. Tokyo is also home to variety of world-class multi-purpose venues, which are ready and waiting to fulfill every meeting planner’ s particular needs. Take your pick from every possible way to celebrate your important private party or reception. You can choose from among many quality locations with panoramic views of stunning cityscapes. Stage your event on the top floor of a hotel banquet room with sky-high windows revealing twinkling urban city lights. Or enjoy looking up at the iconic Rainbow Bridge as you cross the bay on the deck of a luxury cruise boat.
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Party Scene
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Party Scene
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Memorable occasions, memorable locations
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As the capital of the world’ s third-largest economy, Tokyo is accustomed to welcoming government dignitaries and business leaders from around the globe. The city’ s high quality of service and welcoming spirit gets put to the test often. Tokyo is also home to variety of world-class multi-purpose venues, which are ready and waiting to fulfill every meeting planner’ s particular needs. Take your pick from every possible way to celebrate your important private party or reception. You can choose from among many quality locations with panoramic views of stunning cityscapes. Stage your event on the top floor of a hotel banquet room with sky-high windows revealing twinkling urban city lights. Or enjoy looking up at the iconic Rainbow Bridge as you cross the bay on the deck of a luxury cruise boat.
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Party Scene
Party Scene
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Sample itinerary DAY
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Arrival & Welcome Reception Arrive at Narita / Haneda International Airport, where you’ ll be greeted with a warm welcome. Then transfer to a hotel of your choice. A welcome reception at rooftop terrace overlooking Tokyo’ s stunning cityscapes offers a great option for the entire group to end the evening.
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Commune with nature in the metropolis ̶ Mountain overnight in Tokyo
Following breakfast, go for an overnight excursion to suburban area of Tokyo surrounded by mountains. After only a two-hour drive, you will discover a peaceful hideaway. Join the visitor tour at a local sake brewery that has been in operation for hundreds of years, and unlock the secrets of quality sake, followed by lunch and a sake tasting. Then let’ s go
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1-day City Sightseeing
up by cable car to the top of Mt. Mitake where mountain priests have lived for hundreds of years. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon by strolling around the mountain village and soaking up the spiritual atmosphere. Overnight accommodations and dinner of local produce available in the Shukubo, which is well known as a mountain lodge for pilgrims.
Head off to the Imperial Palace and the Tokyo City View observation deck in Roppongi with your private guide. After lunch at an authentic Japanese-style restaurant, board a chartered boat cruise on
The next morning begins with a meditation ritual in the mountain shrine to restore you from the stress of your busy
the Sumida River. Then head over to the Asakusa area to visit Senso-ji Temple, which was built in
workdays. Then, try a traditional priest’ s vegetarian meal for breakfast. Explore mountain forests and waterfalls, and enjoy
the 7th century, making it one of the oldest landmarks in Tokyo. Then choose from options such as
the panoramic view from the observatory.
shopping for traditional local snacks and souvenirs at the arcade, or hiring rickshaws for guided tours in this Edo-style neighborhood. For dinner, explore exceptional dining options such as Sushi, Sukiyaki, or Tempura.
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Explore on your own How about making this a morning for small group activities? Choose one from among river canoe
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Bonded with your colleagues ̶ Team building 1-day
excursion looking up at Tokyo Skytree, sumo stable visit, Zen mediation, and Tsukiji fish market. There’ s something for every taste. In the afternoon, get ready for another adventure with your
Enjoy outdoor team cooking in an urban park near the Tokyo
choice of sushi making, ninja training, sake tasting, and more. Then head back to the hotel and get
waterfront with a view of skyscrapers. Utilizing creativity in cooking
dressed up for an exclusive and memorable gala dinner at a Japanese garden-style banquet where you'll be entertained with a Sake barrel opening, Taiko drumming, and other traditional activities.
will help you bond with your work colleagues, and eating what you’ ve created together will create a lasting memory of your team’ s time in Tokyo. Practice Taiko drumming as teams, which challenges members to strike the drums in sync with the other members to produce a powerful, rhythmic sound. This will not only bond everyone together but also keep you fit during your travels. The day
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Departure
ends with a memorable dinner party on a Japanese-style houseboat ride in Tokyo Bay accented by sparkling city lights.
Transfer to the airport for departure via comfortable coach. See you all again soon!
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
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Sample itinerary DAY
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Arrival & Welcome Reception Arrive at Narita / Haneda International Airport, where you’ ll be greeted with a warm welcome. Then transfer to a hotel of your choice. A welcome reception at rooftop terrace overlooking Tokyo’ s stunning cityscapes offers a great option for the entire group to end the evening.
Unique theme options 1
Commune with nature in the metropolis ̶ Mountain overnight in Tokyo
Following breakfast, go for an overnight excursion to suburban area of Tokyo surrounded by mountains. After only a two-hour drive, you will discover a peaceful hideaway. Join the visitor tour at a local sake brewery that has been in operation for hundreds of years, and unlock the secrets of quality sake, followed by lunch and a sake tasting. Then let’ s go
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1-day City Sightseeing
up by cable car to the top of Mt. Mitake where mountain priests have lived for hundreds of years. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon by strolling around the mountain village and soaking up the spiritual atmosphere. Overnight accommodations and dinner of local produce available in the Shukubo, which is well known as a mountain lodge for pilgrims.
Head off to the Imperial Palace and the Tokyo City View observation deck in Roppongi with your private guide. After lunch at an authentic Japanese-style restaurant, board a chartered boat cruise on
The next morning begins with a meditation ritual in the mountain shrine to restore you from the stress of your busy
the Sumida River. Then head over to the Asakusa area to visit Senso-ji Temple, which was built in
workdays. Then, try a traditional priest’ s vegetarian meal for breakfast. Explore mountain forests and waterfalls, and enjoy
the 7th century, making it one of the oldest landmarks in Tokyo. Then choose from options such as
the panoramic view from the observatory.
shopping for traditional local snacks and souvenirs at the arcade, or hiring rickshaws for guided tours in this Edo-style neighborhood. For dinner, explore exceptional dining options such as Sushi, Sukiyaki, or Tempura.
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Explore on your own How about making this a morning for small group activities? Choose one from among river canoe
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Bonded with your colleagues ̶ Team building 1-day
excursion looking up at Tokyo Skytree, sumo stable visit, Zen mediation, and Tsukiji fish market. There’ s something for every taste. In the afternoon, get ready for another adventure with your
Enjoy outdoor team cooking in an urban park near the Tokyo
choice of sushi making, ninja training, sake tasting, and more. Then head back to the hotel and get
waterfront with a view of skyscrapers. Utilizing creativity in cooking
dressed up for an exclusive and memorable gala dinner at a Japanese garden-style banquet where you'll be entertained with a Sake barrel opening, Taiko drumming, and other traditional activities.
will help you bond with your work colleagues, and eating what you’ ve created together will create a lasting memory of your team’ s time in Tokyo. Practice Taiko drumming as teams, which challenges members to strike the drums in sync with the other members to produce a powerful, rhythmic sound. This will not only bond everyone together but also keep you fit during your travels. The day
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Departure
ends with a memorable dinner party on a Japanese-style houseboat ride in Tokyo Bay accented by sparkling city lights.
Transfer to the airport for departure via comfortable coach. See you all again soon!
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
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Special offers for Tokyo corporate events The Business Events Team at the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau
Note:
offers special services for planners of
A visitor night is defined as one person staying for one night in Tokyo.
corporate meetings and incentive
(Example: 500 attendees x 2 nights = 1,000 visitor nights)
travel in Tokyo. See the list below.
All offers and criteria are subject to change without prior notice.
Also check our website for eligibility
All offers are provided within a set budget per event.
criteria and how to apply.
1 Site Visit Support The support is provided to decision-makers of the event’ s destination in the process of selecting destinations for their group of at least 1,000 visitor nights in Tokyo. Group Size 1,000 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Support Items Airfare ‒ a round trip to Tokyo (from/to Narita or Haneda International Airports only) Accommodation fee and ground transportation within Tokyo
2 Special Programs These programs are provided to planners who are in the process of selecting destinations for their group of at least 100 visitor nights in Tokyo. Group Size
Support Items
100 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Giveaway for each participant
400 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Giveaway for each participant & special souvenir for VIPs
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A choice of party entertainment from among multiple options
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Warm Welcome at Narita/Haneda International Airport
More services available Site Inspections Online RFP Finding Partners in Tokyo Event Planning
All information in this brochure is correct as of November 2014, but is subject to change without prior notice. Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau and Tokyo Metropolitan Government disclaim any liability for any loss or damages occurred by third-party products or services. Copyright ©2014 Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved.
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Special Offers
Contact us at: Business Events Team Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) Nisshin Bldg. 6F, 346-6 Yamabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0801 Japan Tel: +81-3-5579-2684 Fax: +81-3-5579-2685 Email: businessevents@tcvb.or.jp URL: www.businesseventstokyo.org
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Special offers for Tokyo corporate events The Business Events Team at the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau
Note:
offers special services for planners of
A visitor night is defined as one person staying for one night in Tokyo.
corporate meetings and incentive
(Example: 500 attendees x 2 nights = 1,000 visitor nights)
travel in Tokyo. See the list below.
All offers and criteria are subject to change without prior notice.
Also check our website for eligibility
All offers are provided within a set budget per event.
criteria and how to apply.
1 Site Visit Support The support is provided to decision-makers of the event’ s destination in the process of selecting destinations for their group of at least 1,000 visitor nights in Tokyo. Group Size 1,000 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Support Items Airfare ‒ a round trip to Tokyo (from/to Narita or Haneda International Airports only) Accommodation fee and ground transportation within Tokyo
2 Special Programs These programs are provided to planners who are in the process of selecting destinations for their group of at least 100 visitor nights in Tokyo. Group Size
Support Items
100 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Giveaway for each participant
400 or more visitor nights in Tokyo
Giveaway 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 available Site Inspections Online RFP Finding Partners in Tokyo Event Planning
All information in this brochure is correct as of November 2014, but is subject to change without prior notice. Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau and Tokyo Metropolitan Government disclaim any liability for any loss or damages occurred by third-party products or services. Copyright ©2014 Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved.
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Special Offers
Contact us at: Business Events Team Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) Nisshin Bldg. 6F, 346-6 Yamabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0801 Japan Tel: +81-3-5579-2684 Fax: +81-3-5579-2685 Email: businessevents@tcvb.or.jp URL: www.businesseventstokyo.org
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TOKYO Corporate Meetings & Incentive Travel
Business Events Team  Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB)
www.businesseventstokyo.org