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Seminar on Sewer System Challenges in Toyama

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is organizing a significant seminar focused on the current state and challenges of Toyama's sewer system. Scheduled for July 3, 2026, this event will be held in Tokyo and will feature expert insights from Mr. Yukihiro Maekawa, the head of the Sewerage Planning Section at the Toyama City Waterworks and Sewerage Bureau. With over 20 years of experience in both national and municipal water administration, Mr. Maekawa will cover critical aspects of asset management, especially in a city that stretches over 2,600 km of sewer lines and houses eight treatment plants.

Seminar Details

• - Date and Time: July 3, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30
• - Location: Tokyo
• - Speaker: Mr. Yukihiro Maekawa, Toyama City Waterworks and Sewerage Bureau

This seminar aims to address the pressing issues faced by Toyama's sewer system in light of Japan's declining population, ensuring sustainable practices and exploring the introduction of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in water management.

Key Learning Outcomes

Participants will gain practical insights into the following topics:

• - Developing asset management strategies for an extensive sewer network.
• - Ensuring sustainability in sewer management amid declining demographics.
• - Understanding the processes and considerations for implementing Water PPP initiatives.

Target Audience

This event is tailored for:

• - Municipal departments handling water management and planning.
• - Representatives interested in PPP and PFI initiatives.
• - Engineering and construction companies involved in infrastructure maintenance.
• - Financial institutions and investment firms focusing on infrastructure projects.

Lecture Overview

1. Overview of Toyama City's Sewer System
2. Current Issues and Challenges in Sewer Management
3. Strategic Direction Addressing These Challenges
4. Future Outlook for Sewer Operations
5. Aiming for Higher Standards
6. Q&A Session
7. Networking Opportunity

Participants can expect to engage directly with the speaker during the Q&A, fostering valuable networking opportunities across various sectors. This environment encourages attendees to share insights and explore potential collaborations, making the JPI seminar a unique opportunity to enhance professional knowledge and networks.

Registration Information

• - Participation Options:

- In-Person Attendance (please note, archive streaming is not included)
- Live Streaming Regular Session (archive streaming not included)
- Archive Streaming Participation

• - Fees:

- Individual: ¥37,200 (tax included)
- Special offer for organizations: One accompanying participant free of charge with registration
- Special price for local government officials: ¥11,000 (tax included for venue or live stream only)

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

After the Seminar

Post-seminar, there will be opportunities to ask questions and interact with the speaker. Networking with other attendees can lead to new business ideas and associations. Even after the event, inquiries for archiving streaming will still be accepted.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
Address: 5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047
Phone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Site

About JPI

The Japan Planning Institute has been providing essential real-world seminar opportunities for over fifty years, aimed at fostering exchanges between government, private sector, and academia to support national policy development and project success.