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Seminar Announcement: Sapporo's New Exhibition Center

Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is excited to announce an upcoming seminar focusing on the PFI development project of the new exhibition center in Sapporo, hailed as the largest in Northern Japan. We invite Shuntaro Kakutani, the Director of the Economic Planning Division of Sapporo's Economic and Tourism Bureau, to share crucial insights regarding the current state and future prospects of this significant initiative.

Event Details:

Date and Time: September 10, 2025, from 09:30 to 11:30 (Tokyo Venue Only)

Speaker: Shuntaro Kakutani
Director, Economic Planning Division,
Economic and Tourism Bureau, Sapporo City

Overview of the Seminar

This event will outline the economic growth direction proposed in the second Sapporo Industrial Promotion Vision, crafted in response to current socioeconomic trends. One of the key components of this vision is to establish a new exhibition center that serves as an industrial exchange hub, facilitating future economic development. Through this seminar, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the project’s necessity, objectives, and progress.

Key Topics:

1. About Sapporo City
- Overview of municipal governance
- Insights into tourism and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions)

2. Sapporo's Industry Policies
- Introduction to the second Sapporo Industrial Promotion Vision
- Discussion on the need for industrial exchanges

3. Future Vision for the New Exhibition Center
- Role as a nexus for next-generation industrial exchanges driving Sapporo's economy
- Comparison between existing facilities and the new venue

4. Details on the New Exhibition Center Development
- Outline of the basic planning process
- The role of the PFI (Private Finance Initiative) in the development

5. Future Perspectives and Opportunities
- A look ahead at the potential impact and benefits

6. Q&A Session
- An interactive segment for questions and answers

7. Networking Event
- Engage in a valuable networking opportunity with participants and the speaker, enhancing business relationships vital for expanding ventures.

Attendance Information

This seminar is exclusive to in-person attendees, which means no live streaming or recordings will be made available.

Participation Fee: ¥37,880 (tax included) per individual
Special Offer: One complimentary admission for a second attendee from the same organization (registration required). Public sector representatives can enjoy a special rate of ¥11,000 for up to two participants.

For more information and registration, visit the official site: JPI Seminar Details

Networking Opportunities

Post-seminar, there will be opportunities for attendees to engage with the speaker or facilitate connections amongst themselves, fostering a network ideal for business development and collaboration.

About Japan Planning Institute (JPI)

Founded as a bridge between politics, government, and the private sector, JPI has been providing valuable, exclusive seminars aimed at senior officials and executives for over fifty years. The institute actively supports national policies and initiatives by fostering knowledge creation within the nation.

For further inquiries:
Japan Planning Institute
106-0047 Kowa Hiroo Building, 5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato, Tokyo
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Website