Way to Your Hotel & Luggage
The tour officially concludes at Hakata Station where you’ll arrive on the Shinkansen and be shown to the Subway. From there it’s just a few stops to the neighborhood of the official Convention hotels. Please retrieve your luggage from the hotel reception (where it was stored on the 6th) and proceed to check into your […]
Check-in
If you arrived on the 5th take public transport or a taxi to your hotel and check-in for the night. Please don’t forget to do the in-person sign-in and pick up your name badge for the Convention.
Important: In-Person Sign-In (Required)
Pick Up Your Name Badge! Where & When Location: Hotel Okura Fukuoka Time: Starting at 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM; Feb 5 (please let us know if you arrive after 8PM so we have someone there) Important: Please keep your badge on you at all times during the Convention Period to ensure uninterrupted access to […]
Overview: Kagoshima – Living Traditions and the Earth’s Raw Power
On the final day, you’ll have the chance to stand on one of the world’s most active volcanoes. To make the most of our time on the island, the coaches will visit the below locations at different times: ・Sakurajima Ferry: A short boat ride across the bay of Kagoshima City that offers stunning, unobstructed views […]
Arrival in Fukuoka & Way to the Hotel
Welcome to Fukuoka! We are delighted to have you here. To help you get settled, we will have Welcome Desks available at the following locations from February 4th to 8th: Fukuoka Airport – International Terminal Fukuoka Airport – Domestic Terminal JR Hakata Station – For those arriving by Shinkansen Please note that while we do […]
Overview: Yamaga & Kumomoto – From Ancient Streets to Samurai Stories
You’ll journey into the heart of Kumamoto and step back into the Edo period to experience the refined arts and military might of old Japan. To provide a smooth experience at these heritage sites, the coaches will visit the sites below at different times but everyone will get to enjoy: ・Yachiyo-za Theater: A grand, wooden […]
Overview: Izumi & Kagoshima – Coastal Beauty and Volcanic Majesty
We’ll travel south and learn about nature preservation before stepping back into the refined world of the samurai. To ensure everyone has a front-row view, the places below will be visited at different times. ・Izumi Crane Observation Center: A world-renowned wildlife site where over 10,000 majestic cranes migrate from Siberia each winter, filling the skies […]
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue Meeting Place: The Convention’s Hospitality Desk in the lobby of Hotel Okura Meeting Time: 03:00 PM
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue Meeting Place: The Convention’s Hospitality Desk in the lobby of Hotel Okura Meeting Time: 04:00 PM
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue. Meeting Place: The Convention’s Hospitality Desk in the lobby of Hotel Okura