{"id":5372,"date":"2025-07-03T23:32:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T14:32:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/?p=5372"},"modified":"2025-07-09T10:34:39","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T01:34:39","slug":"an-incentive-tour-to-experience-the-essence-of-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/blog\/2025\/07\/03\/an-incentive-tour-to-experience-the-essence-of-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"An Incentive Tour to Experience the Essence of Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#first\">Japan: The Most Desired Travel Destination \u2013 What Makes It So Popular?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#second\">Growing Demand for Incentive Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#third\">Discovering Japan\u2019s History and Culture Through Unique Venues<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"272\"><a href=\"#fourth\">Experiencing Japan\u2019s \u201cInvisible\u201d Culture Through Parties &amp; MICE<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"272\"><a href=\"#fifth\">One-Stop Support from Planning to Execution<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"first\"><strong>Japan: The No.1 Most Desired Travel Destination<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>-What Makes It the Top Choice?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1233\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG_6359-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"985\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG_6359-2.jpg 658w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG_6359-2-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 985px) 100vw, 985px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Japan is ranked No. 1 as the most desired travel destination \u2014 a fact that many people may have heard. According to a 2022 survey conducted by Development Bank of Japan and Japan Travel Bureau targeting 12 regions across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania, Japan ranked first by more than 20 points ahead of the second place in the question &#8220;Which country or region would you like to visit next for tourism?&#8221; Japan has maintained this top position since the 2019 survey, reflecting its sustained popularity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"614\">The survey also reveals Japan\u2019s strengths based on reasons why respondents want to visit, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"711\">\n<li data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"634\">\n<p data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"634\">Delicious food<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"658\">\n<p data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"658\"><strong>Safety and security<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"685\">\n<p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"685\"><strong>Shopping opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"711\">\n<p data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"711\"><strong>Accommodation options<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"810\">These show that Japan is chosen for its unique cuisine, safe environment, and quality facilities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1203\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Furthermore, regarding activities travelers want to do in Japan, \u201cenjoying nature and scenery\u201d and \u201cviewing cherry blossoms\u201d ranked highly. In addition to sightseeing and viewing, experiencing Japanese culture is also a popular choice. This indicates that visitors&#8217; interests can be broadly divided into two categories: <strong>sightseeing and cultural experiences that embody Japan\u2019s unique appeal.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-5388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-38.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/>\u3010Reference, URL\u3011<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dbj.jp\/upload\/investigate\/docs\/7ccfe6956b812ca76e024b7356e96093.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DBJ\u30fbJTBF, \u201cSurvey on Intentions of Foreign Visitors from Asia, Europe, America, and Oceania to Visit Japan \u2014 2022 Edition\u201d<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"second\"><strong>Rising Demand for Incentive Travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1177\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1649\" height=\"1100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2.jpg 1649w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRY_Banquet-2-1568x1046.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1649px) 100vw, 1649px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"744\">After nearly two years of restricted gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a rebound in demand for corporate incentive tours. According to a survey conducted by the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) from 2020 to 2021 titled \u201cSurvey on the Actual Conditions of Incentive Travel in the Chinese and Taiwanese Markets,\u201d the Taiwanese market is expected to see increasing demand for incentive travel across many industries. Both the Chinese and Taiwanese markets are predicted to place growing emphasis on travel themes and added-value tourism elements.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"952\">In light of the rising demand for incentive tours and increased focus on enhancing tour content following the pandemic, one suggested solution for venues that meet these needs is the use of \u201cUnique Venues.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Reference, URL\u3011<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/mice.jnto.go.jp\/assets\/docs\/other-support\/overseas-seminar-meeting\/incentive-report-cntw-202103.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) MICE Promotion Department, \u201cSurvey on the Actual Conditions of Incentive Travel in the Chinese and Taiwanese Markets\u201d<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"third\"><strong>Japan\u2019s History and Culture Encountered Through Unique Venues<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>-What Are Unique Venues?<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1178\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0d61159838a994ac5bf48ebdd00c03fa-1568x1045.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Amid the strong demand for Japan\u2019s unique sightseeing and cultural experiences, did you know there are special places that offer visitors one-of-a-kind, locally authentic experiences? These venues, called Unique Venues, refer to locations such as historic buildings, shrines and temples, castles, museums, and art galleries, where meetings and receptions can be held to create a sense of exclusivity and showcase regional characteristics.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Reference, URL\u3011<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlit.go.jp\/kankocho\/page07_000020.html#:~:text=%E2%80%BB%E3%80%8C%E3%83%A6%E3%83%8B%E3%83%BC%E3%82%AF%E3%83%99%E3%83%8B%E3%83%A5%E3%83%BC%EF%BC%88Unique%20Venue,%E7%89%B9%E6%80%A7%E3%82%92%E6%BC%94%E5%87%BA%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%E4%BC%9A%E5%A0%B4%E3%80%82\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan Tourism Agency, \u201cUnique Venues\u201d<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>-The Value of Hosting MICE at Unique Venues<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1235\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-1024x697.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-768x523.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-1536x1045.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-2048x1393.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/f016504dac3f8a4ce44c4e6baaa2b3eb-1568x1067.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"609\">The defining feature of Unique Venues is the \u201cspecialness\u201d of experiences that can only be had there. Hosting MICE, meetings, or parties at Japan\u2019s historic buildings, castles, and cultural facilities allows overseas participants to enjoy uniquely Japanese experiences. Among MICE events, incentive tours\u2014corporate reward and training trips\u2014combine business aspects such as awards and training with the tourism aspect of travel. To satisfy both sides, it is common to hold business events like training or award ceremonies, followed by tourism-related activities such as after-convention events or excursions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"999\">According to a 2020 survey by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on overseas incentive travel needs, respondents from Thailand, China, and South Korea all cited \u201cspecial experiences\u201d and \u201clocal dining experiences\u201d as important factors for successful incentive tours. Popular contents included \u201cexperiencing local traditional culture\u201d and \u201csmall-group activities.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-5386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-39.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Unique Venues offer not only the chance to hold meetings and receptions in uniquely Japanese spaces but also, in some locations, the opportunity to enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine. Many venues incorporate traditional cultural experiences into their programs, so simply being at a Unique Venue can provide a special experience. Combined with meals and cultural activities, participants receive an even richer experience. Unique Venues truly meet the demands of overseas incentive travel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Reference, URL\u3011<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/mice.jnto.go.jp\/about-mice\/whats-mice.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan National Tourism Organization, &#8220;What is MICE?&#8221;<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/meetkyoto.jp\/ja\/prefmice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kyoto MICE Information Site (Kyoto Cultural Exchange Convention Bureau), &#8220;MICE in KYOTO&#8221;<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlit.go.jp\/kankocho\/content\/001398838.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, &#8220;Survey on Overseas Incentive Travel Needs&#8221;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"fourth\"><strong>Japan\u2019s \u201cInvisible\u201d Culture Encountered Through Party &amp; MICE Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1179\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0157-900x600-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"992\" height=\"661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0157-900x600-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0157-900x600-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/0157-900x600-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"364\">Incentive tours differ from regular group trips or tours in that participants need to feel a sense of exclusivity that cannot be experienced through ordinary travel. This requires luxurious facilities and dining options. Furthermore, because incentive tours are special events, not only the venues and meals but also the hospitality must be of the highest quality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"1052\">UNIQUE VENUES OF JAPAN prides itself on offering personalized services for each event, providing refined hospitality. The meals served in Japan\u2019s uniquely special venues are designed to enhance the occasion, expressing the story of the local area and the gathering through cuisine that allows guests to truly experience the \u201clocal essence\u201d and \u201cJapan\u2019s uniqueness.\u201d Although hospitality and \u201clocal character\u201d are intangible and cannot be seen physically, the special spaces of Unique Venues combined with UNIQUE VENUES OF JAPAN\u2019s high-quality hospitality and locally inspired cuisine enable the creation of PARTY &amp; MICE events that offer a deep encounter with Japan\u2019s invisible culture.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"fifth\"><strong>One-Stop Support from Planning to Execution<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>-Current Status of MICE Planners<\/h3>\n<div class=\"flex basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:24px] grow overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"relative h-full\">\n<div class=\"flex h-full flex-col overflow-y-auto [scrollbar-gutter:stable_both-edges] @[84rem]\/thread:pt-(--header-height)\">\n<div class=\"@thread-xl\/thread:pt-header-height mt-1.5 flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent flex flex-col\">\n<div id=\"thread-bottom\">\n<div class=\"text-base mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center empty:hidden\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"max-xs:[--force-hide-label:none] relative z-1 flex h-full max-w-full flex-1 flex-col\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abRp4lij59jm595j5\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">\n<div class=\"absolute start-0 end-0 bottom-full z-20\"><\/div>\n<form class=\"w-full [view-transition-name:var(--vt-composer)]\" data-type=\"unified-composer\">\n<div class=\"bg-token-bg-primary flex w-full cursor-text flex-col items-center justify-center overflow-clip bg-clip-padding contain-inline-size dark:bg-[#303030] shadow-short rounded-[28px]\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full items-end px-2.5 py-2.5\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full flex-auto flex-col\">\n<div class=\"relative mx-2.5 grid grid-cols-[auto_minmax(0,1fr)]\">\n<div class=\"items-top flex justify-center\">\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1240\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/L1000533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/L1000533.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/L1000533-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/L1000533-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We have reviewed the travel needs of visitors to Japan, the rising demand for incentive tours from overseas, and the value of hosting MICE events at unique venues. Finally, let\u2019s touch on the current status of MICE planners. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism\u2019s report titled \u201cSurvey on the Effects of Meetings and Incentives \u2013 Business Report,\u201d specifically the \u201cPost-Event Effect Survey for Companies with Overseas Offices,\u201d a major challenge raised was that there are only two extreme options: either inflexible meeting planners or high-priced planners offering tailor-made services. This highlights a shortage of MICE planners. As we have seen, MICE events involve many elements, and incentive tours especially are \u201cspecial tours\u201d that require planners\u2019 support to satisfy participants.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1178\">However, currently, the choices for MICE planners are polarized, leading corporate MICE coordinators to feel uncertain about whom to consult or hesitant to rely on the extreme options available. In response to this situation, there is a growing need for trustworthy and well-equipped MICE planners whom corporate MICE staff can confidently turn to.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-5384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Value-Created-by-Unique-Venues-40.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u3010Reference, URL\u3011<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlit.go.jp\/common\/001296248.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, \u201cSurvey on the Effects of Meetings and Incentives \u2013 Business Report\u201d<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>-Features of VMG\u2019s Party &amp; MICE<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1241\" src=\"https:\/\/uniquevenuesofjapan.vmg.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRYW_120_DN16224_S_edited-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRYW_120_DN16224_S_edited-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRYW_120_DN16224_S_edited-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRYW_120_DN16224_S_edited-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HRYW_120_DN16224_S_edited-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1923\">Amidst the increasing demand for capable MICE planners, UNIQUE VENUES OF JAPAN centralizes carefully selected information on unique venues from across Japan and offers one-stop support\u2014from event planning, venue arrangements and preparations, to on-site management\u2014for MICE and other events held at special locations. With a dedicated one-stop service desk accompanying every step of the event or reception process, corporate MICE coordinators can consult with confidence and collaboratively create events that deliver extraordinary experiences to participants.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2276\">Why not create a special event together with UNIQUE VENUES OF JAPAN\u2014a unique venue filled with Japanese authenticity, featuring Japanese cuisine, traditional cultural experiences, intangible hospitality, and a reliable one-stop support service? If you are interested, please feel free to contact us via the URL below. We look forward to assisting you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/pm.vmc.co.jp\/form\/inquiry-uvj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Contact us here<\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Japan: The Most Desired Travel Destination \u2013 What Makes It So Popular? Growing Demand for Incentive Travel Discovering Japan\u2019s History and Culture Through Unique Venues Experiencing Japan\u2019s \u201cInvisible\u201d Culture Through Parties &amp; MICE One-Stop Support from Planning to Execution &nbsp; &nbsp; Japan: The No.1 Most Desired Travel Destination -What Makes It the Top Choice? Japan is ranked No. 1 as the most desired travel destination \u2014 a fact that many people may have heard. According to a 2022 survey conducted by Development Bank of Japan and Japan Travel Bureau targeting 12 regions across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania, Japan ranked first by more than 20 points&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/blog\/2025\/07\/03\/an-incentive-tour-to-experience-the-essence-of-japan\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">An Incentive Tour to Experience the Essence of Japan<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1230,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[89],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5372","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-column","entry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5372","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5372"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5372\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5401,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5372\/revisions\/5401"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1230"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5372"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5372"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uniquevenuesofjapan.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5372"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}