Tobu Top Tours Supports Innovative Contest for Regional Problem-Solving by FSDi
Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd., headquartered in Sumida, Tokyo, has officially announced its support for the Future Society Design Organization (FSDi), established this February. This organization aims to construct a sustainable future society through collaboration between industry, government, and academia. The main focus of this support is the 'Future Society Design Contest 2026,' where innovative ideas are solicited for the purpose of revitalizing specific regions.
The contest emphasizes fresh perspectives and encourages participation mainly from students who will help shape the future. Two specific areas have been designated for this initiative:
1. Shiga Kogen Area, Nagano Prefecture: This area will focus on redefining and increasing the value of a national park. Collaborators include the Ministry of the Environment and several local entities, aiming to create extraordinary events that engage young people.
2. Tojinbo Area, Fukui Prefecture: This segment will target efforts to attract younger visitors through unique stay-and-tour initiatives. Local government and businesses will collaborate to enhance the area’s economic vitality through innovative tourism programs.
To incentivize participation, remarkable benefits await the top two entrants in each category. These include a complimentary on-site inspection program offering a two-day visit to the respective areas. Participants will have the chance to refine their ideas through direct discussions with facility managers. Moreover, inclusion in the final presentation event at the Tobu Top Tours Innovation Oasis will provide participants with invaluable feedback from judges.
Contest Timeline:
- Tojinbo: August 25-26, 2026
Eligible participants include students aged 18 or over, from universities, graduate schools, or vocational schools nationwide, either individually or in teams of up to three. Registration as a free FSDi student supporter is required for application.
As the tourism industry faces changing environmental dynamics, there is a pressing need to connect genuine challenges faced by tourism sites with fresh insights from the next generation. Through this collaborative effort, Tobu Top Tours aims to leverage the strong partnerships it has built over the years, gathering critical issues from various tourism locations and connecting them with innovative ideas from emerging leaders in the student demographic.
This initiative is further supported by robust partnerships with FSDi member companies, including FLASPO and UniLife. Their expertise in managing student accommodations and nationwide operations will direct a unique and multifaceted approach to resolving local challenges.
As a facilitator, Tobu Top Tours will assist in identifying on-the-ground challenges and proposing actionable solutions. By disseminating insights and ideas from this contest throughout its extensive network of branches and membership organizations, it aims to establish a successful model for regional collaboration that spurs tourism industry revitalization across Japan.
For further questions regarding the contest, please reach out to the FSDi office, located within the Tobu Top Tours Sales Headquarters:
The contest emphasizes fresh perspectives and encourages participation mainly from students who will help shape the future. Two specific areas have been designated for this initiative:
1. Shiga Kogen Area, Nagano Prefecture: This area will focus on redefining and increasing the value of a national park. Collaborators include the Ministry of the Environment and several local entities, aiming to create extraordinary events that engage young people.
2. Tojinbo Area, Fukui Prefecture: This segment will target efforts to attract younger visitors through unique stay-and-tour initiatives. Local government and businesses will collaborate to enhance the area’s economic vitality through innovative tourism programs.
To incentivize participation, remarkable benefits await the top two entrants in each category. These include a complimentary on-site inspection program offering a two-day visit to the respective areas. Participants will have the chance to refine their ideas through direct discussions with facility managers. Moreover, inclusion in the final presentation event at the Tobu Top Tours Innovation Oasis will provide participants with invaluable feedback from judges.
Contest Timeline:
- - Application Period: June 8, 2026, to July 20, 2026 (for Tojinbo, starts June 11)
- - Document Review & Winner Announcement: Early August 2026
- - On-site Inspection Program:
- Tojinbo: August 25-26, 2026
- - Final Presentation Event: September 10, 2026
Eligible participants include students aged 18 or over, from universities, graduate schools, or vocational schools nationwide, either individually or in teams of up to three. Registration as a free FSDi student supporter is required for application.
As the tourism industry faces changing environmental dynamics, there is a pressing need to connect genuine challenges faced by tourism sites with fresh insights from the next generation. Through this collaborative effort, Tobu Top Tours aims to leverage the strong partnerships it has built over the years, gathering critical issues from various tourism locations and connecting them with innovative ideas from emerging leaders in the student demographic.
This initiative is further supported by robust partnerships with FSDi member companies, including FLASPO and UniLife. Their expertise in managing student accommodations and nationwide operations will direct a unique and multifaceted approach to resolving local challenges.
As a facilitator, Tobu Top Tours will assist in identifying on-the-ground challenges and proposing actionable solutions. By disseminating insights and ideas from this contest throughout its extensive network of branches and membership organizations, it aims to establish a successful model for regional collaboration that spurs tourism industry revitalization across Japan.
For further questions regarding the contest, please reach out to the FSDi office, located within the Tobu Top Tours Sales Headquarters:
- - Email: [email protected]
- - Official Website: FSDi Official Site
- - Inquiry Form: FSDi inquiry form
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