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1 Invitation to Tokyo, Japan 26 th International Ornithological Congress Monday, August 18 th to Saturday 24 th, 2014

The Symbol of the Congress Varied tit, Parus varius We would like to nominate the Varied Tit, Parus varius, as the symbol of the congress.

Varied tits are popular among the Japanese people because of their charming appearance and lovely behavior. They prefer large broad-leaved forests for their breeding.

This is probably why their distribution has extended to ocean islands, such as the Izu Islands, and land-bridge islands, such as Yaeyama Islands.

2 The Symbol of the Congress Varied tit, Parus varius We would like to nominate the Varied Tit, Parus varius, as the symbol of the congress. This orange-breasted unique Parus species occurs only to the eastern parts of Asia, including Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the east end of Mainland China. Varied tits are popular among the Japanese people because of their charming appearance and lovely behavior. They prefer large broad-leaved forests for their breeding. Therefore, if you can hear the melodious song of a varied tit, it is a sign of bountiful forests in that area. Varied tits have been present in eastern Asia for ages. This is probably why their distribution has extended to ocean islands, such as the Izu Islands, and land-bridge islands, such as Yaeyama Islands. The morphology and life history of the tits were altered when they expanded into these islands. phenomena are a major area of interest for ornithologists in East Asia. These evolutionary We have nominated the varied tits as the symbol of the congress with the hope of spreading awareness about the importance of conserving the bountiful forests in Eastern Asia. We also wish to emphasize the importance of various habitats in East Asia as an evolutionary staging point of biodiversity in birds.

3 Host The Ornithological Society of Japan (OSJ) Patronage The congress will be held under the patronage of the Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO). Congress President Professor Franz Bairlein Germany Chair of Local Organizing Committee Professor Hiroyoshi Higuchi University of Tokyo Congress Convener Professor Keisuke Ueda Rikkyo University Congress Venue Rikkyo University, Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan

4 About Ornithological Society of Japan (OSJ) The Ornithological Society of Japan was established on May 3, The Society launched its first official journal, Tori, in Tori was renamed the Japanese Journal of Ornithology in Tori means a bird in Japanese. The Society is the only ornithological society in Japan and currently has approximately 1,300 members. We are looking forward to celebrating the 100th anniversary of the OSJ with ornithologists from all over the world. The Ornithological Society of Japan publishes two official journals, the Japanese Journal of Ornithology (in Japanese), and Ornithological Science (in English). Issues of both journals are released twice a year. Therefore, the Society s major scientific communications with its members appear quarterly. Both journals include full-length original papers, short communications, review papers, book reviews, and miscellaneous reports from the Society. holds annual meetings, at which participants can disseminate and discuss the results of their research in ornithology. These meetings facilitate the exchange of information among Society members. organizes seminars and symposia. These forums are open to both society members and the general public and, thus, help disseminate information on current research in ornithology to a wide audience. publishes check lists, technical books, and monographs on Japanese birds. These specialist publications serve as a venue for the results and discussion of distinguished research. maintains strong contacts and continuing involvement with appropriate academic institutions and organizations in Japan and Asia.

Congress Venue Rikkyo University (St. Paul s University) The congress will be held on the Campus of Rikkyo University, which is situated in Ikebukuro, one of Tokyo s Metropolitan Areas.

5 Congress Venue Rikkyo University (St. Paul s University) The congress will be held on the Campus of Rikkyo University, which is situated in Ikebukuro, one of Tokyo s Metropolitan Areas. Profile of Rikkyo University Rikkyo University was founded in 1874 by Channing Moore Williams, who was a missionary of the Episcopal Church in the United States. Now Rikkyo University has nine colleges offering programmes to over 18,000 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students. Central to an education at Rikkyo is an education based on Christianity. Emphasis on mutually supportive principles, all based on Christian ideals, is what makes the combined experience of education at Rykkio. A symbol of Rikkyo University, known as Morris Hall, and some other historic buildings have been selected as Historical Buildings by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The clock in the central tower, measuring 90 centimeters in diameter, was manufactured by Dent, an English company. Even today, a staff member winds the weight-driven clock once every six days. Various traditions have developed as time went by, such as that students preparing to take exams will pass if they touch the ivy, and that freshman who cannot find a boyfriend or girlfriend before the ivy leaves fall in autumn will be stuck without one for four years.

Each room is air-conditioned and is equipped with audio-visual equipments (PCs, slide projectors, projection screens, and wired and/or

6 IOC-bid digest ver..doc Buildings and rooms for conference Tucker Hall There are enough rooms for conferences and meetings of various sizes. The largest room Tucker Hall holds over 1000 people. Each room is air-conditioned and is equipped with audio-visual equipments (PCs, slide projectors, projection screens, and wired and/or wireless microphones). Wireless Network is available in many campus buildings and outdoor areas. There are many shops (coffee shops, restaurants, book stores, etc.), banks, and post offices within walking distance of the campus. Meeting Room

7 IOC-bid digest ver..doc Meeting rooms Room type Building #7 no. of rooms capacity/room Meeting room Seminar room 5 42 Meeting room Meeting room PC room machine/room Building #9 Auditorium Building #10 Meeting Room Building #11 Auditorium Tucker Hall Auditorium Building #8 26 with 200 windows A meeting room in building #8 (with 498 seats)

8 Time table Mon, August 18: arrival of attendees; pre-congress excursions end registration opening ceremony Tue, August 19: Wed, August 20: Thu, August 21: Fri, August 22: Sat, August 23: Sun, August 24: full day congress full day congress full day congress mid-congress tours full day congress full day congress closing ceremony banquet Monday, August 25: departure; beginning of post-congress excursions Official Language of the Congress The official language of the congress is English.

Access to Japan Easy access from all over the world Region Europe, Africa & Middle East (16 cities) North & South America (25 cities) Oceania & South Pacific (12 cities) Asia (41 cities) - Flight

9 Access to Japan Easy access from all over the world Region Europe, Africa & Middle East (16 cities) North & South America (25 cities) Oceania & South Pacific (12 cities) Asia (41 cities) - Flight times to Tokyo from major cities North America Europe Asia and Oceania Tokyo offers convenient access to and from most places around the world. The new Tokyo International Airport (Narita) acts as a port of call. More than 1,400 international flights arrive at the airport per week from 86 cities around the globe. And for those who are coming from Asia, Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) will serve as a gateway to other Asian cities after the completion of the 4th runway at the airport in City Amsterdam, Bergen, Cairo, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Istanbul, London, Milan, Moscow, Munich, Paris, Rome, Teheran, Vienna, Zurich Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Honolulu, Houston, Kona, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Minneapolis, New York, Orlando, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, Sao Paulo, Seattle, Tijuana, Toronto, Vancouver, Washington DC Auckland, Brisbane, Cairns, Christchurch, Gold Coast, Guam, Noumea, Papeete, Perth, Port Moresby, Saipan, Sydney Bangkok, Beijing, Cebu, Cheju, Chengdu, Changchun, Chongqing, Colombo, Dalian, Delhi, Denpasar, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Islamabad, Jakarta, Kaohsiung, Karachi, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Lahor, Male, Manila, Mumbai, Nanjing, Phuket, Pusan, Qinqdao, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Singapore, Taipei, Tashkent, Ulan Bator, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Xiamen, Xi an City Flight Time City Flight Time Chicago 11:30 Dallas 11:30 Los Angeles 10:00 New York 12:30 San Francisco 09:00 Vancouver 08:30 Amsterdam 12:00 Frankfurt 12:00 London 12:30 Milan 12:30 Paris 12:30 Moscow 10:00 Bangkok 06:30 Beijing 04:00 Shanghai 03:00 Hong Kong 04:30 Seoul 02:30 Singapore 07:30 Taipei 03:30 Sydney 09:30

Access to central Tokyo from the international airports From Narita Airport Narita airport is about 60 km away from central Tokyo and is a 60-minute ride by Express Train.

10 Access to central Tokyo from the international airports From Narita Airport Narita airport is about 60 km away from central Tokyo and is a 60-minute ride by Express Train. Airport shuttle buses are also available. And with the completion of a New Narita Express Railway Line by 2010, the journey between the airport and the city center will be reduced to just 36 minutes. Line To Time Fare (JPY) JR Narita Express Tokyo Station 59 min. 2,940 New Narita Express Central Tokyo (after 2010) 36 min. TBD Airport shuttle bus To Hotels in central Tokyo 80 min. 3,000 From Haneda Airport Haneda is just 15 km away from central Tokyo and is only a 16-minute ride by monorail from Haneda to Hamamatsucho station. Direct airport shuttle buses are also available to major hotels in central Tokyo. Line To Time Fare (JPY) Tokyo monorail Hamamatsucho Station 16 min. 470 Keikyu line Shinagawa Station 20 min. 400

11 Accommodation Tokyo offers more than 94,000 guest rooms ranging from deluxe to budget accommodation. And Rikkyo University campus is located near Ikebukuro, one of the major downtowns in Tokyo, where delegates can easily find many hotels. Within 20-minute walking distance to the venue, there are 15 hotels in various price ranges from A grade hotel (more than JPY 15,000 per room/night) to C grade hotel (less than JPY 10,000 per room/night), and there are more than 3,800 guest rooms. For students, there are two youth hostels, which are within 30 minutes from the congress venue by local transportation. Friendly, high-quality service can be assured to all conference delegates. Grade Hotel Name Total # of rooms A Hotel Metropolitan 815 A Sunshine City Prince Hotel 1,146 B Dai-Ichi Inn Ikebukuro 139 C Ark Hotel Tokyo 110 C Ikebukuro Hotel Theatre 175 C The B Ikebukuro 175 C Ikebukuro Royal Hotel 230 C Hotel Urban 39 C Hotel Sun City 89 C Hotel New Star Ikebukuro 91 C Hotel Star Plaza Ikebukuro 79 C Toyoko Inn Ikebukuro Kita-guchi No C Toyoko Inn Ikebukuro Kita-guchi No C Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro 99 C Business Hotel Nishiike 38 - Tokyo International Hostel 33 - Tokyo Yoyogi Youth Hostel 40 Room Charge Single Bed Twin Bedded JPY 18,050 (USD 180) JPY 17,630 (USD 176) JPY 10,395 (USD 103) JPY 9,240 (USD 92) JPY 9,135 (USD 91) JPY 8,500 (USD 85) JPY 8,190 (USD 81) JPY 8,190 (USD 81) JPY 7,800 (USD 78) JPY 7,350 (USD 73) JPY 7,350 (USD 73) JPY 7,140 (USD 71) JPY 7,140 (USD 71) JPY 6,800 (USD 68) JPY 6,300 (USD 63) Remarks: 1) The room charges include service charge and tax. JPY 3,860 (USD 38) JPY 3,600 (USD 36) 2) The room charges are current as of September 2009 JPY 25,400 (USD 254) JPY 23,300 (USD 233) JPY 19,404 (USD 194) JPY 17,850 (USD 178) JPY 16,275 (USD 162) JPY 14,000 (USD 140) JPY 12,390 (USD 123) JPY 12,180 (USD 121) JPY 12,600 (USD 126) JPY 10,500 (USD 105) JPY 9,240 (USD 92) JPY 9,240 (USD 92) JPY 9,000 (USD 90) JPY 10,000 (USD 100) Access to Venue 8-min. walk 20-min. walk 12-min. walk 20-min. walk 16-min. walk 15-min. walk 10-min. walk 7-min. walk 7-min. walk 10-min. walk - 6-min. walk 12-min. walk 11-min. walk 10-min. walk 10-min. walk 1-min. walk Metro 10 min. 7-min. walk 10-min. walk Odakyu 3-min. JR 9 min. 7-min. walk

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