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JPI Seminar on Water PPP Implementation in Osaka

On February 4, 2026, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host a seminar in Tokyo featuring Mr. Toshitaka Harada, the Chief of Sewerage Division at the Osaka City Construction Bureau. This event aims to provide insights into the introduction of the Water Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Osaka, highlighting the features of its comprehensive contractual scheme and discussing future developments.

The Osaka City government's journey began in 2011 when discussions started on revising the management structure of its sewerage operations. In this initiative, a new company, Clearwater OSAKA, was established to manage operations and maintenance of all sewage facilities in the city, including pipelines, pump stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Starting from fiscal year 2022, the city initiated a long-term, 20-year comprehensive private contract with this company, marking a significant transformation in its sewer management approach.

In 2024, Osaka City introduced changes to the contract, incorporating Water PPP into its operations. This seminar will cover the motivations behind this transition, the distinct characteristics of the comprehensive contract scheme, and what the future holds for such initiatives in Japan's urban management landscape.

Seminar Topics:

1. Overview of Osaka City's Sewerage Management
2. Efforts in Revising Management Structures
3. Overview of Comprehensive Management Contracting for Sewer Facilities (contractor: Clearwater OSAKA Co., Ltd.)
4. Implementation of Water PPP
5. Future Developments
6. Q&A Session
7. Networking Event

A unique feature of this seminar is the networking opportunity it provides. Attendees can exchange business cards and build connections that could facilitate business expansion. This engagement can be particularly beneficial in strengthening professional ties between the instructor and participants.

Attendance and Fees:

• - Format: On-site attendance only. Note that there will be no live or archived broadcasts due to the exclusive nature of the event.
• - Cost: 37,650 yen (tax included) per attendee.
• - Special Offer: Each registered participant can bring one additional person for free (prior registration required).
• - For local public agency employees, there's a discounted rate of 11,000 yen (tax included) for a maximum of two attendees. Both individuals must follow the same attendance format (either on-site or online).

Post-Seminar Engagement:

After the seminar, there will be opportunities for attendees to ask questions directly to the speaker. This is an excellent occasion for building connections among participants and discovering new business opportunities.

Contact Information:

Japan Planning Institute Co., Ltd.
106-0047 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Minami Azabu 5-2-32, Kowa Hiroo Building
TEL: 03-5793-9761
FAX: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Site

About JPI (Japan Planning Institute)

With a mission to bridge knowledge between government, executives, and the private sector, JPI has been providing participants with invaluable insights into national policies and major national projects through exclusive seminars for over fifty years.