Let’s continue this incredible journey together after a day full of discussions, workshops, lectures and a lot of knowledge and best practice sharing.

Below you will find all the essential information for our Study Tour on Wednesday, 11 February. As this will be a full and rewarding day, we kindly ask you to review the details carefully.

Study Tour: {study-tour-feb-11} 

• Meeting Time: {study-meeting-time} 
• Bus Number: {study-group-number} 
• Meeting Point: The buses will be waiting in front of Hotel Okura
• Important: Please go straight to your designated bus; you do not need to gather in the hotel lobby

Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point a few minutes early so that we can depart on time.

Photo Sharing

We would be delighted if participants would share photos taken during the convention.

Within the conference app, you will find a dedicated photo-sharing section, which allows images to be uploaded and automatically shared with fellow participants. This is a wonderful way to capture perspectives, moments, and memories.

→ Upload your photos

National Foundation Day on February 11

It’s a national holiday celebrated every year on February 11 to commemorate the mythological founding of Japan and the ascension of Emperor Jimmu in 660 BCE.

What is closed in Fukuoka on Feb 11?

Since it is a public holiday, the following are typically closed nationwide (including Fukuoka):

• Government offices
• Schools
• Banks and many businesses

What usually stays open

• Most restaurants and shops (especially in busy areas like Hakata and Tenjin)
• Public transport – these generally operate normally, though some smaller businesses may close

How it affects daily life in Fukuoka

Fukuoka does not host major parades for this holiday. The city remains lively, with perhaps slightly more domestic travel activity, as people use the long weekend to visit family or shrines.