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Detailed Overview of the Seminar

On April 15, 2026, Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting, headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, held a seminar titled "Avoiding Mistakes! Essential Know-How for Warehouse and Logistics Center Construction and Renovation - Utilizing Subsidy Programs and Case Studies." This event aimed to equip companies preparing for warehouse development and renovations with vital knowledge and practical steps.

Key Points Shared at the Seminar

The seminar was structured around several primary discussion points:
1. Recommended actions for companies considering warehouse development or renovation.
2. Detailed procedures and tips for obtaining necessary permits and approvals.
3. Important considerations and strategies for avoiding potential issues during project implementation.
4. Current trends in logistics real estate and fluctuations in construction costs.

Program Structure

The seminar consisted of three key sessions:

Session 1: Current Trends in Logistics Real Estate

Speaker: Kenta Koiso - Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting
In this session, Kenta Koiso provided insights into the latest trends in construction costs for logistics centers and the status of rental warehouse developments, using current data to discuss future outlooks and how organizations can address their cost challenges.

Session 2: Guest Lecture - Case Studies on Business Reconstruction Subsidy for Warehouse Operations

Speaker: Yu Hirata - President, Hirata Transport Co., Ltd.
Yu Hirata shared valuable experiences from his company’s successful entry into the warehouse business utilizing subsidies. His talk covered the initiation of the subsidy application process, strategic preparations for obtaining approval, and the true value of utilizing such financial aids based on firsthand experiences.

Session 3: Large Subsidy Information for Warehouse Construction and Renovation in 2026

Speaker: Katsuhiko Murakami - Director, Subsidy and Finance Support Department, Funai Soken
Katsuhiko Murakami outlined the latest subsidy trends for 2026, emphasizing critical points that businesses considering construction or renovation should know. His analysis, based on past successful applications, aimed to highlight noteworthy subsidy opportunities currently available.

Event Details

• - Date: April 15, 2026
• - Time: 14:30 - 17:00 (Registration starts at 14:00)
• - Audience: Targeted at shipper companies (manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers) and logistics companies.

About Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

Funai Soken SC, founded on May 10, 2000, offers comprehensive supply chain consulting services. With a capital of 980 million yen, their Tokyo headquarters is located at 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, and the Osaka office is situated at 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka. For any inquiries:

• - Phone: 03-4223-3163
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: Funai Soken SC

By sharing knowledge on these critical aspects of warehouse and logistics operations, the seminar aims to prepare companies for successful construction and renovation projects, leveraging available financial programs effectively.