In light of recent natural disasters and their increasing frequency, we are pleased to announce a seminar aimed at enhancing emergency response capabilities among tourism businesses in Tokyo. This seminar will focus specifically on how to prepare for and respond to significant disasters, particularly in the context of foreign tourists who may be visiting Japan at the time of an earthquake or other emergencies.
Details of the Seminar
The seminar will take place on June 26, 2025, from 14:00 to 16:00, and will be conducted online. Participants can expect to receive an email detailing how to access the seminar after they register. There is a maximum capacity of 50 participants, focusing on accommodation, food service, retail operators, and other relevant tourism-related businesses in Tokyo.
Registration Details
To register, please visit the following URL:
Tourism Emergency Response Seminar Registration. Note that this is a first-come-first-served registration process, with the deadline set for June 25, 2025.
Program Highlights
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Key Disaster Considerations for Tourism Operators
Naoya Sekiya, a professor and director of the Disaster Policy Research Center at the University of Tokyo, will outline the potential impacts of a direct Tokyo earthquake. He will explain the chaos foreign tourists might face and what tourism operators need to prepare for to ensure safety and continuity in their services.
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Recent Trends in Disasters and BCP Formulation
Masato Takamatsu, the representative of the Tourism Resilience Research Institute, will discuss how to develop effective Business Continuity Plans (BCP) in light of recent trends in disasters. With the rise in severe weather events due to climate change and the anticipated increase in international visitors, this segment will provide participants with necessary insights to devise adequate disaster response strategies.
Additionally, the seminar will cover Tokyo's disaster response manual, emergency apps, and tools that can assist in preparedness.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is designed for tourism industry stakeholders in Tokyo, including those from accommodation, dining, and retail sectors. It aims to equip them with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively handle crises, thereby ensuring both their safety and that of foreign guests.
Inquiries
For any questions related to the seminar, please contact the tourism department of the Tokyo Industrial Labor Bureau at +81-3-5000-7329. For further information concerning the seminar's content or registration process, reach out to the seminar's administrative office at NTT Data Management Research Institute at +81-3-6261-4012. We look forward to your participation in fostering a safer and more resilient tourism environment in Tokyo.