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| Japan Convention Bureau | Japan National Tourism Organization | June 2012 Newsletter | ||||
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The 12th Annual WTTC (World Travel & Tourism Council) Global Summit During the summit, nine themed sessions were held, with lectures and discussions by over 80 of the world's analysts and leaders of the tourism industry. From Japan, Tadao Ando, the famous architect, and Fujio Cho, the Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation, provided special sessions. At the Sendai venue, sessions were held with the topic of disasters and risk management. Norifumi Ide, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA), Hiroaki Takahashi, Chairman of the Tohoku Tourism Promotion Organization, and others gave presentations on the recovery status of the areas affected by the Great Tohoku Earthquake, Japan's initiatives for reconstructing tourism, and Japan's safety and attractions-including those in the Tohoku area. In addition, chief managers in charge of risk management and other officials from Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) exchanged opinions |
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| OSAKA CITY - JUNE 2012 SPOTLIGHT DESTINATION | ||||||
| Umekita-Grand Front Osaka | Convention Center to Open in Front of the Osaka Station | Osaka's First InterContinental Hotel | ||||
 Several ongoing redevelopment projects are taking place on the north side of the JR Osaka station. Attracting attention is one of the largest projects-namely with Osaka's first InterContinental hotel and a full-scale convention center, both of which will open in 2013 within the Umekita-Grand Front Osaka building. The area to the north of JR Osaka station spans approximately 24 hectares, and will be home to the Umekita Phase 1 Development Area Project.Read More >> |
In the spring of 2013, a convention center will open on the second floor basement of the Grand Front Osaka, a building in the recently redeveloped area in front of JR Osaka Station. |
 Planned to open in 2013, the Osaka InterContinental is a luxury hotel with 200 guest rooms, 50 residences for long-term guests, and features premiere restaurants and banquet rooms. Moving forward, the Umekita Phase 1 Development Area Project will add further facilities with a sophisticated air to the area. This project, along with the Intercontinental Hotel, will create a vibrant and enjoyable district in Osaka's Umeda district, which will be enjoyed by guests from Japan and around the world.Read More >> |
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| Sendai Selected as IMEX Frankfurt 2012 Wild Card Exhibitor | New Event Hall and Conference Rooms Open in Tokyo | Japan Meetings Calendar (May - July 2012) |
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The Sendai Tourism & Convention Bureau participated as a Wild Card Exhibitor at IMEX 2012 in Frankfurt last month - the show's 10th anniversary year. The IMEX Wild Card programme offers aspiring entrants into the international meetings market the chance to exhibit free of charge alongside established destinations and other participants. Read More >> |
 On April 26, a new landmark tower complex called Shibuya Hikarie opened in front of Shibuya station in Tokyo . The tower complex directly connects to Shibuya station and consists of cultural facilities including offices, department store, restaurants, and theaters. Read More >> |
Many large conventions will be held in Japan in 2012, including: The 14th International Association of Colloid and Interface Scientists (IACIS) Conference (IACIS 2012), The 4th International Symposium of Brain Tumor Pathology, The 10th Asian Pacific Congress of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology (APCCVIR2012), The 80th Annual Meeting and 24th Congress International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD), ...Read More >> | ||||
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Ritz-Carlton Opens in Okinawa | The Palace Hotel Tokyo Reopened in May 2012 |
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The first Ritz-Carlton luxury hotel has opened in Okinawa, Japan. The new resort was built to reflect the Okinawan concept of hospitality, as well as contemporary design, with "Shurijo" face motifs, distinctive red clay roof tiles, white walls and holy water ponds. The island features championship golf courses, and is surrounded by pristine emerald waters that are perfect for outdoor water activities. For more information, please visit the website: The Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa >> |  The newly redesigned Palace Hotel Tokyo features: eight banquet rooms, the largest (1,580 sq.m) of which can accommodate 1,500 guests; both Western- and Japanese-style wedding facilities; 10 restaurants; and the Evian SPA TOKYO from the high-class Evian Resort in France, which will be making its first appearance in Japan.Palace Hotel Tokyo >> |
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Mr. Gil Cardon, Convention Manager Japan National Tourism Organization 11 West 42nd Street, 19th floor New York, NY 10036 Tel: 212-757-5641, ext. 21 Fax: 212-307-6754 Email: cardon@jntonyc.org Website: www.japantravelinfo.com |
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| The JNTO Newsletter is published as a complimentary service to our valued partners in the travel and convention sectors. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the official view of JNTO. While every sincere effort is made to ensure accuracy, readers should confirm prices and schedule information directly with the relevant organizers. All information is subject to change without notice. Neither JNTO nor any holder of copyright to the information shall be held responsible in any way whatsoever for any loss or misunderstanding, either direct or indirect, that is incurred as a result of utilizing the information. | ||
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