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JPI Seminar: Current State of BIM Adoption in Japan

On March 5th, 2026, the Japan Plan Institute (JPI) will host a highly anticipated seminar focused on the current status of Building Information Modeling (BIM) adoption within Japan. This event will feature esteemed guest speaker Dr. Kazunari Shite, a professor at Shibaura Institute of Technology and a prominent member of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's BIM Promotion Conference.

Seminar Overview

As we approach the 17th year since the inception of BIM in Japan and celebrate six years since the establishment of the BIM Promotion Conference, it's essential to assess the progress of BIM's implementation. With the commencement of the BIM drawing review system set for spring 2026, the event aims to elucidate the significance of standardizing architectural information management techniques.

Key Topics to be Discussed

1. Current Landscape of BIM in Japan
Understanding the initiatives by the BIM Promotion Conference under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

2. Information Management
- The importance of refining architectural information.
- The disadvantages of not adopting BIM.
- Guidance for local and small-scale offices.

3. Common Rules for BIM
- Introduction to ISO 19650 series.
- Insights into Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).
- Overview of construction information classification systems.

4. Q&A Session
Engage directly with Dr. Shite and gain insights through participant questions.

5. Networking Opportunity
Participants will have the unique chance to interact with industry experts and fellow attendees, facilitating the exchange of valuable insights, ideas, and potential collaborations.

Participation Details

The seminar will be held both in-person and through live-streaming, ensuring accessibility for all. Participants can also opt for an on-demand archive access post-event:

• - In-Person Attendance (Archive access not included)
• - Live Stream Attendance (Archive access not included)
• - Archive Access

Participants who want to access the seminars via archival recordings can do so at a special rate of ¥18,500 (including tax).

Fees

• - Individual Fee: ¥37,220 (including tax)
• - Group Fee (2 or more from the same organization): ¥32,220 (including tax)
• - Special discounted fee for two representatives from local public organizations: ¥11,000 each (for in-person and live stream only)

Questions and Networking Opportunities

Post-seminar, attendees will have the chance to ask questions to the lecturer, enhancing their understanding and building a professional network. This seminar stands out for its capacity to foster connections and inspire new business opportunities amongst participants.

For more information and to register, please visit the JPI seminar page: JPI Seminar Registration.

About JPI

Founded with the mission of bridging the gap between government, academia, and the private sector, the Japan Plan Institute has dedicated over fifty years to providing valuable information through exclusive seminars aimed at high-level executives and decision-makers engaged in national policies and projects.