Chiba Positions Itself as a Future-Ready MICE Destination

Donnerstag, 19.02.2026

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Chiba Prefecture is strengthening its international profile as a host for scientific and association events, supported by coordinated public agencies, modern infrastructure and strong accessibility via Narita and Haneda airports.
A dense, tiered display of traditional Japanese Hinaningyo dolls for the Hina Matsuri festival. The dolls are dressed in elaborate silk kimonos, featuring an Emperor and Empress at the center under a red paper umbrella, surrounded by various attendants, lanterns, and pink cherry blossom decorations.

A display of traditional Japanese Hinaningyo dolls for the Hina Matsuri festival in Katsuura. Picture: Katsuura Toruism

At the centre of the offer is Makuhari Messe, one of Japan’s largest convention complexes, complemented by cultural programmes and sustainability-focused experiences supported by the Chiba Convention Bureau.

Upcoming international congresses and local experience programmes

Several major events are already confirmed:

To complement conference programmes, the destination offers a range of accompanying activities that can be integrated into business events. These include guided radio calisthenics sessions for group activation, sustainability-focused workshops such as accessory making from recycled ocean plastics, and traditional bamboo craft experiences that highlight regional heritage. Nearby coastal destinations such as Katsuura further expand the programme options with cultural experiences and seaside settings.

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