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JPI Seminar on Tokyo Metro's International Strategy

On August 5th, a compelling seminar hosted by the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will feature Noriyoshi Yamagami, Executive Managing Officer in charge of International Business at Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. This event focuses on the expansion strategies of Tokyo Metro’s international railway business and seeks to uncover new revenue opportunities.

Event Overview

Date: August 5, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30
Location: Available for in-person attendance and online streaming
Speaker: Mr. Noriyoshi Yamagami, Tokyo Metro Executive Managing Officer

Mr. Yamagami is recognized as a leading figure in Japan's international rail expansion, having held significant positions such as Director of the International Division at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and Minister for the UK Embassy.

Key Practical Insights from the Seminar

Participants can expect to gain an understanding of:

• - The revenue structure transitioning from consulting to operational management (O&M) in the international railway business.
• - Practical requirements for entering overseas railway operations, illustrated through the example of the Elizabeth Line.
• - Methodologies for designing diverse revenue opportunities, including training and technical support.

Target Audience

This seminar is ideal for:

• - Overseas business and management planning departments of railway and infrastructure companies.
• - Departments responsible for infrastructure investment and PPPs in trading and construction firms.
• - Financial institutions and funds focused on infrastructure investments.
• - Consulting firms involved in overseas infrastructure development.

Detailed Seminar Outline

The seminar aligns with Tokyo Metro's mid-term management plan, titled "RUN! - Swiftly Moving Into the Future," where overseas railway business is categorized as one of the growth strategies. Tokyo Metro has previously engaged in railway consulting primarily in Southeast Asia but has recently expanded its portfolio to include training projects and O&M contracts, significantly broadening its revenue model. Last May, it commenced operations on the Elizabeth Line in London, which has paved the way for further expansion opportunities.

Seminar Topics

1. Mid-term management plan focusing on international railway business
2. Trends in the international railway market
3. Strengths of Tokyo Metro
4. Track record and current initiatives
a. O&M operations
b. International technical consulting
c. Overseas railway training projects
d. International exchange activities
5. Challenges and responses
6. Future strategies and outlook
7. Q&A session
8. Networking opportunity (in-person attendees only)

Participants will have a unique chance to engage directly with Mr. Yamagami, an opportunity usually challenging to arrange. Attendees can also benefit from networking across different industries, fostering new collaborations and insights that can be readily applied in their respective fields.

Enrollment Options

• - In-person attendance (includes networking session with speaker)
• - Live-stream attendance
• - Archive access

Special archive access available at a discounted rate for in-person and live attendees.

Registration Fees

• - Individual: ¥37,670 (tax included)
• - Two or more from the same organization: ¥32,670 each (tax included)
• - Local government employees: Reduced rate of ¥11,000 for two attendees (limited to in-person/live streaming)

For more details and to apply, please visit this link.

Post-Seminar Networking

Even after the seminar, participants can reach out with inquiries to the speaker. This event is designed to facilitate networking among attendees, creating new business opportunities and collaboration potentials for participants.

About Japan Planning Institute

The Japan Planning Institute has been at the forefront of supporting national policies and projects for half a century. By offering exclusive, real-world seminars tailored for executives and high-level managers, the institute aims to bridge knowledge gaps between the government, private sector, and academia.