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Overview of the Seminar

On June 9, 2026, JPI (Japan Planning Institute) will host a pivotal seminar focusing on the latest trends in European automotive regulations, particularly their implications for Japan's automotive industry. Esteemed lawyers Takashi Okamoto and Takanori Hitomi from TMI General Legal Practice will be leading the discussion, diving deep into legal challenges that Japanese car manufacturers and parts suppliers face in light of these changes.

Understanding EU’s Automotive Package

The European Union's recent updates on automotive regulations, including the Automotive Package, are designed to drastically reshape CO₂ emissions regulations, circular economy policies, and supply chain management. This seminar is crucial as these regulations are poised to significantly influence Japan's automotive landscape.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar will benefit professionals working in multiple sectors:

• - Legal departments of automobile manufacturers and parts suppliers dealing with regulatory compliance and external relations.
• - Technical departments of companies involved in automotive, in-vehicle batteries, and related materials.
• - Supply chain management (SCM) members responsible for procurement in the automotive supply chain.
• - Individuals working in trading companies, logistics, or related service sectors.

Key Takeaways

Participants can expect to gain practical insights into:

• - Overall understanding of EU automotive regulations and strategic responses necessary for corporations.
• - The design and procurement requirements stemming from the End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) and Battery Regulations.
• - How to reassess supply chain agreements and manage legal risks effectively.

Expert Insights

Speakers

Takashi Okamoto
With over six years in the legal department of leading global automotive manufacturers, Okamoto's experience includes steering international regulatory compliance.
Takanori Hitomi
A specialist in automotive law, Hitomi brings invaluable insight from his previous stints at automotive and parts manufacturers and will assume a partner role in 2024.

Seminar Content

1. An overview of the significant shifts in EU policies.
2. Implications of easing the 2035 emissions targets from 100% to 90%.
3. Legal issues attached to the “Made in EU” requirements and WTO compliance.
4. Proposal for the clean company vehicle regulations focusing on the shift towards zero-emission vehicles (ZEV).
5. Circular requirements of the ELV regulations from the design and procurement stages.
6. The main pillars of the battery regulations: Carbon Footprint (CFP), Duty to Report (DBP), and Disclosure Duties (DD).
7. Redesigning supply chain contracts with flow-down obligations.
8. Specific to-dos categorized by department: legal, external relations, design development, procurement, and SCM.
9. Open Q&A session to address participants' queries directly.
10. Networking opportunity during exchange sessions.

This seminar offers attendees a rare opportunity to engage with speakers through direct dialogue, enriching the learning experience with practical, actionable information. It is an essential platform for networking among participants from diverse industries.

Participation Details

Formats Available:

• - In-Person Attendance (Archive access excluded)
• - Live Broadcast Attendance (Archive access excluded)
• - Archive Access Only

For in-person or live broadcast attendees, there is a special price of ¥18,500 (tax included) for additional archival access.

Registration Fees:

• - 1 participant: ¥37,840 (tax included)
• - Subsequent participants: ¥32,840 (tax included, from the same organization and simultaneous registration)
• - For local government representatives, up to two registrations are available for ¥11,000 (tax included).

For further details and registration, please visit the link: JPI Seminar Registration

Event Post-Seminar Networking

Post-event, participants will have opportunities to interact with the speakers for additional questions and networking, fostering connections that can spark new business collaborations.

Contact Information:
Japan Planning Institute,
5-2-32 Minami Azabu, Kowa Hiroo Building, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0047, Japan
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Website