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Upcoming Architectural Law Reform Seminar by TAC

TAC Corporation, a leading educational provider in Japan for qualifications like bookkeeping, tax accountant, and certified public accountant, is set to offer an online seminar titled 'First-Class Architect (Written) Law Reform Seminar for 2026' on October 15, 2025, at 19:30. This seminar aims to guide participants through the critical legal updates that are likely to appear in the examination.

The first-class architect exam has been known to test newly enacted law modifications immediately under the Regulations subject. The recent 2024 exam highlighted significant reforms concerning decarbonization and many new questions related to legal requirements were introduced shortly after these laws went into effect. Examples include the necessity of compliance checks (Question No. 3), the easing of restrictions concerning non-compliant existing buildings (Question No. 8), and the guidelines regarding building energy efficiency standards (Question No. 26).

Key Changes for the 2026 Exam

For the upcoming seminar, the following critical changes in laws will be addressed:

• - Rationalization of interior restrictions concerning fireproof compartments.
• - Easing of restrictions on existing non-compliant buildings.
• - Revised monetary requirements for technical personnel placements under the Construction Business Act.
• - Updates to the standards of toilets, parking, and audience seating under the Barrier-Free Act.

These updates will be explained in an engaging and memorable way, providing participants with a deep understanding of the reasons behind the reforms. Tackling law changes may be challenging for many, but TAC is here to simplify the process!

Event Overview

• - Date & Time: 10/15 (Wednesday) 19:30 – Online seminar
• - Subsequent In-Person Sessions:

- Shinjuku Campus: 10/19 (Sunday) 10:00
- Ikebukuro Campus: 10/26 (Sunday) 10:00
- Shibuya Campus: 10/25 (Saturday) 10:00
- Yaesu Campus: 10/23 (Thursday) 19:30
- Umeda Campus: 10/19 (Sunday) 10:00
- Namba Campus: 10/18 (Saturday) 10:00

The seminar will last approximately 60 minutes with a Q&A session afterward to address audience inquiries (please note that the time may vary depending on the day’s circumstances).

• - Participation Fee: Free (Reservation required)
• - Target Audience: Anyone preparing for the first-class architect written exam, past or future candidates.
• - Reservation Method: Sign up through the TAC website.

Topics of Discussion

• - Importance of studying law reforms.
• - Key law amendments for 2026 and their underlying reasons.
• - Introduction to TAC courses.
• - Q&A session (anonymous queries accepted).

Featured Speaker

The seminar will be conducted by Shingo Izawa, a main instructor and first-class architect with over 25 years of experience in the educational sector after training at a renowned architectural atelier. With a unique ability to keep audiences engaged through fast-paced and clear lectures, his insights are invaluable for any prospective exam taker. His remarkable techniques for mnemonic learning are also featured on the TAC Architectural Instructor Blog under 'Izawa's Comparative Memorization Technique'.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: TAC Corporation
• - CEO: Toshio Tada
• - Established: December 1980
• - Business Fields: Individual education, corporate training, publishing, human resources.
• - Headquarters: 3-2-18 Kanda Misakicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 101-8383, Japan
• - Website: TAC Corporation