Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary “Magical Jubilee Shinkansen” to Begin Service on June 10, 2026 — Special Celebration-Themed Journeys Between Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea, East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Oriental Land Co., Ltd. have jointly planned a special train service, the “Magical Jubilee Shinkansen,” which will begin limited-time operations on June 10, 2026. Inspired by the anniversary event “Tokyo DisneySea 25th: Sparkling Jubilee,” the specially decorated Shinkansen will operate...

One Year Until the Opening of the International Horticultural Expo 2027: Latest Updates and Key Topics from GREEN×EXPO 2027, Including the One-Year-to-Go Press Conference, Official Uniforms, and Sponsorship Project Announcements

Yuzu Appointed as Official Ambassadors; Mana Ashida Appears at the One-Year-to-Go Press Conference With just one year remaining until the opening of the International Horticultural Expo 2027 (GREEN×EXPO 2027), scheduled to begin in March 2027 at the former Kamiseya Communication Site in Yokohama, a series of new announcements have been unveiled. In this article, MICE...

Sphere Abu Dhabi to Open on Yas Island in 2029 — First Sphere Development Project Outside the United States Expected to Support MICE Events with Capacity of Up to 20,000

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced Sphere Abu Dhabi, the first Sphere development project to be built outside the United States. Approximately USD 1.7 billion will be invested during the construction phase of the project ahead of its planned opening in 2029. Equipped with cutting-edge immersive technology, the venue is...

OIMACHI TRACKS, a New Landmark Directly Connected to Oimachi Station, Opens on March 28 — Featuring Station Conference Oimachi Tracks for MICE Events

OIMACHI TRACKS, a large-scale mixed-use development directly connected to JR Oimachi Station, will open on March 28, 2026. Positioned as a core facility driving collaborative urban development within the greater Shinagawa area, the project brings together commercial facilities, a hotel, residences, and business functions within a single complex. This article introduces the overview of OIMACHI...

South Gate Hotel Okinawa Opens in Naha on May 23 — A New Hub Offering Facilities and Accessibility for Growing MICE Demand

Plan・Do・See Co., Ltd. will open South Gate Hotel Okinawa, an urban resort hotel directly connected to the Tomari Port Passenger Terminal Building in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, on May 23, 2026. Located approximately 11 minutes by car from Naha Airport, the hotel offers excellent accessibility along with banquet facilities accommodating up to 570 guests and...

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June 2026 Trade Shows & Events in Japan: 38 Featured Exhibitions and Conferences Including FOOMA JAPAN, GAME FUTURE SUMMIT, and the Automotive Engineering Exposition

Trade Shows & Events in Hokkaido DXPO Sapporo ’26 (Back Office / Sales & Marketing / IT & Information Systems / E-Commerce) June 30 – July 3　Access SapporoA business exhibition focused on operational efficiency and digital transformation (DX) for corporate management and administrative departments. The event covers areas such as back-office operations, sales and marketing,...

May 2026 Trade Shows & Events in Japan: 41 Featured Exhibitions and Conferences Including Japan Hobby Show, SusHi Tech Tokyo, Automotive Engineering Exposition, and BitSummit

With the busy start of the new fiscal year beginning to settle down, this is also a time when many professionals may have a little more room to focus on new ideas and opportunities. This month as well, we have compiled a selection of trade shows and events that may provide useful business insights and...

Accommodation and MICE: The Role of Hotels and How to Select Them

The Relationship Between MICE and Accommodation MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions/Events) represents a key driver of economic activity in both the business and tourism sectors. To ensure the success of MICE events, selecting appropriate accommodation is as important as choosing the venue itself. Accommodation facilities are not merely places to stay; they play a...

Shareholder Meetings Are Also MICE: A 2025 Guide to Fundamentals and Evolving Formats

What comes to mind when you hear the term “shareholder meeting”? For many, it is an annual corporate event often highlighted in the news each June—where top executives present business results and respond to questions from shareholders. While this perception is not inaccurate, it represents only one aspect of a much broader picture. Held regularly...

CUEW Showcase & Conference to Be Held in Shibuya, April 9–12, 2026, Supporting Global Expansion of Artists

CUEW Showcase & Conference, an international event where music, culture, and business intersect, will take place over four days from April 9 to 12, 2026, in Shibuya, Tokyo. The event aims to create new connections between Japan, Asia, and the global market, providing a platform to support artists’ international expansion and to generate new business...

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Tradimo Kyoto Gojo, Hilton Grand Vacations Club to Open on March 18, 2026A timeshare resort in Kyoto offering all-suite accommodations of 50 square meters or more, designed for extended stays

A new style of stay will be introduced in Kyoto, a historic city that continues to attract travelers from around the world. Hilton Grand Vacations will open Tradimo Kyoto Gojo, Hilton Grand Vacations Club—its first timeshare resort in Kyoto—on March 18, 2026. Following properties in Odawara and Sesoko Island, this will be the company’s third...

IZAN Inc. Launches “MICE ZINE,” the Industry’s First Career-Focused ZINE for the MICE SectorAimed at students, the publication seeks to create opportunities to spark interest in the MICE industry

“My First MICE”: Introducing the MICE industry to students for the first time Delivering directly to students before they become familiar with MICE “MICE TIMES ONLINE,” a media platform that provides information on the MICE industry (operated by IZAN Inc.), has published a free paper titled “MICE ZINE” as a new initiative to connect young...

What Types of Companies and Organizations Make Up the MICE Industry? A Guide to 24 Business Categories

“The MICE industry sounds interesting, but what kinds of companies are actually involved?” For those with this question, this article provides an overview of the types of companies and organizations that operate within the MICE sector. MICE is an acronym for Meeting (corporate and organizational meetings), Incentive Travel (reward and training travel), Convention (international conferences),...

【Report】Board Game Business Expo Japan 2026 (BGBE): Western Japan’s Largest Board Game Festival — A Report on the Event That Doubled Attendance to 20,000

In recent years, board games have increasingly been used in business settings, including workshops and team-building programs. Alongside this trend, a growing number of events related to board games have emerged. Among them, Board Game Business Expo Japan 2026, commonly known as BGBE, stands out as a particularly noteworthy event. Now in its third edition,...

What Is an Integrated Resort (IR)? Current Developments in Asia and the Osaka IR’s High-Standard Regulatory Framework and MICE Strategy

An integrated resort (IR) is a large-scale, mixed-use development that combines a range of facilities — including hotels, convention and exhibition venues (MICE), entertainment facilities, and retail — under a unified operational model, with casino revenue forming part of its overall business foundation. IR are not limited to entertainment; they function as economic and cultural...

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MICE and the Attention Economy: The Value of Live Events in Competing for Attention

In today’s environment, where information is expanding at an unprecedented rate, human attention has become one of the scarcest resources — a concept often referred to as the attention economy. As competition for attention intensifies in digital spaces, often within seconds, the MICE industry is being reconsidered as a platform with distinct value. One reason...

[Column] Where Does Innovation Emerge—If Not on the Stage? Designing Spaces That Blend Diverse Perspectives [TechGALA Japan 2026]

In January 2026, “TechGALA Japan 2026” was held in Nagoya.One particular session raised a central question: how should environments that foster innovation be designed? Do the events or communities you organize tend to bring together similar participants? Do they risk becoming spaces where attendees only listen to speakers? The structure of a setting can influence...

【IVS 2026】July 1–3 at Miyakomesse in Kyoto; Theme “Japan is Back,” Invitation-Only Area at Hotel Okura Kyoto

Japan’s largest startup conference, IVS 2026, will take place in Kyoto over three days from July 1 to July 3, 2026. This year’s theme is “Japan is Back.” In addition to the main venue, Kyoto International Exhibition Hall Miyakomesse, the event will introduce a new area called IVS CORE. This invitation-only space for decision-makers will...

【April 2026】38 Must-Attend Trade Shows and Events: SEA JAPAN, SusHi Tech Tokyo, TEAMZ WEB3/AI SUMMIT and More

With the start of a new fiscal year, many professionals find themselves meeting new colleagues, joining new teams, and engaging with new business partners. This is also a season when opportunities to exchange business cards increase. At trade shows and events, conversations often begin with a simple introduction, and in some cases lead to unexpected...