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Discovering Future Functionality of Haneda and Narita Airports

On July 3rd, JPI (Japan Planning Institute) will host a seminar focusing on the anticipated challenges and strategies of Tokyo’s airports in light of the projected surge in inbound tourism, reaching 60 million visitors. Senior consultant Nobusuke Ito from Nomura Research Institute will provide insights into this pressing topic that affects both the aviation sector and urban development in the metropolitan area.

High Demand and Growth Projections

With the number of visitors to Japan reaching a record-breaking 36.87 million in 2024, the demand for air travel within the Tokyo metropolitan area is significantly exceeding pre-pandemic levels. This seminar aims to update participants on current trends in inbound tourism and airline operations, as well as the recent measures implemented to enhance airport functions in Tokyo.

During the session, key aspects of future airport functionalities, accounting for the anticipated rise in flight frequencies and passenger numbers in major airports, will be meticulously examined. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing Tokyo's airports and proposed strategies to address them effectively.

Seminar Agenda

1. External Environment Surrounding Tokyo Airports
a. Trends in inbound tourism
b. Current trends in air travel demand
c. Developments in the airline industry
d. Other influencing external factors

2. Enhancing Airport Functions
a. Measures to enhance Tokyo International Airport (Haneda)
b. Strategies for improving Narita International Airport (Narita)

3. Expected Conditions Upon Reaching 60 Million Visitors
a. Basic considerations for projections
b. Anticipated flight frequencies and passenger numbers at key airports

4. Challenges and Strategies of Tokyo Airports
a. Common challenges and strategies for Tokyo airports
b. Specific challenges and solutions for Haneda Airport
c. Issues and strategies for Narita Airport

5. Q&A Session
6. Networking Session
To promote networking among attendees, exchange of business cards will facilitate valuable connections that can help expand professional horizons.

Registration and Participation

Participants can choose between in-person attendance, live streaming, or on-demand viewing of the recorded session available for two weeks post-event.

Registration Fee

• - Individual: 37,570 yen (tax included)
• - Groups of two or more: 32,570 yen (when registered simultaneously from the same company or affiliated organization)

- Special rates apply for representatives from local governments: 11,000 yen (tax included) for up to two participants, available only for in-person or live stream attendance.

For more details and to register, please visit: JPI Seminar Registration.

Upon conclusion of the seminar, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and establish connections with the speaker.

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