On September 27, 2026, a remarkable free event called the "DJI New Pilot Experience" will be held in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Hosted by Sekido, an official distributor of DJI, in collaboration with AIRWOLF, this event is designed for both beginners and those considering professional drone usage. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a unique hands-on experience with various DJI drones including the Mavic 4 Pro and Avata 360.
This event aims to enlighten participants about the national drone qualification system and allow them to gain practical skills through a skill measurement test and real-world application demonstrations. Those curious about how to utilize drones in industries such as construction and inspection are particularly welcome, making this a perfect opportunity to learn and experiment with actual drone operations in a supportive environment.
Event Details
Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday)
Time:
- - Morning Session: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Registration starts at 8:45 AM)
- - Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 12:45 PM)
Venue: National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan, Sagamihara Office
Address: 3-1-1 Yaei, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0229
(Free parking available)
Capacity: 20 participants per session (First come, first served)
Target Audience:
- - Individuals interested in aerial photography with drones
- - Those wanting detailed information about national drone qualifications
- - Corporations and businesses considering drone applications for professional use
Organizer: AIRWOLF
Co-organizer: Sekido
How to Register
- - You can register for free, but please note that spaces are limited to the first 20 participants per session. Once capacity is reached, registration will close. To secure your spot, follow this registration link.
Featured Flight Experience Drones
- - DJI Avata 360: This drone supports 8K 360° imaging and includes omnidirectional obstacle sensors, making it incredibly user-friendly, especially for first-time flyers. Immerse yourself in FPV flying using dedicated goggles.
- - DJI Avata 2: Enhanced with better safety features and improved battery life, this FPV drone houses a 1/1.3-inch image sensor, capable of showing vibrant footage even in low light conditions.
- - DJI Neo 2: This compact drone offers gesture-based operations for take-off and landing and features ActiveTrack for subject tracking, all while being controllable via smartphone, remote, or goggles.
- - DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Equipped with a 100-million pixel Hasselblad main camera and large dual telephoto sensors, this drone is perfect for various aerial photography applications, including vertical shots and 360° rotations.
- - DJI Matrice 4E: Specifically designed for surveying and mapping, this professional drone features a wide-angle camera with a mechanical shutter, laser rangefinder, and is perfect for precision measurements.
Ongoing Drone Events
Sekido continues to host free drone experience events and seminars across the nation, catering to everything from beginner workshops to industry advanced sessions. For those interested, keep an eye on their upcoming events by visiting
Sekido’s seminar event page.
About Sekido
Sekido is a leading company in Japan with a proven track record of over 45,000 transactions with businesses and government organizations. As a pioneer in the drone industry, Sekido became the first official DJI distributor in Japan and operates comprehensive drone facilities in Tokyo Toranomon, Yokohama, and Fukuoka. Furthermore, with its partner company, Sekido Partners, they are involved in joint research and development projects related to next-generation agriculture. For more information, please visit the
Sekido online store or the
DJI certified store in Toranomon.
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