Brief introduction of THE GLOBAL MICE PRODUCER
Sakura International is an event producer based in Japan, providing design, planning, operation, production services and show management both domestic and overseas. Incorporated in 1980, we have over 30 years of experience in the MICE industry.
Corporate Structure - Domestic The company has grown to over 200 full time staff in 4 separate domestic locations. We also have 2 satellite offices at venues in Osaka and Tokyo. Osaka HQ Tokyo Office
Corporate Structure - International The company currently has an international offices with liaison offices in three other locations. USA Branch Office Sakura International USA Principal: Travers Stewart UAE Liaison Office c/- Index Holdings
Primary Services
Corporate Concept Our role as a producer is to offer a full turnkey service for event operations and setup to make your job easier and allow you to concentrate on more important things such as sales and PR. MAKING OPERATIONS EASY WITH SAKURA E4" 1. Experienced We have extensive experience doing exhibitions for overseas organisers 2. Economical In-house production means better prices 3. English-speaking We understand what you are saying and what you want to do 4. Efficient We have the local connections and know how to ensure things get done quickly We are offering peace-of-mind. Japan can be a difficult country to pull off a new event, but we have the right combination of skills and know-how to make sure you succeed.
Operation Capabilities (Inhouse) We offer a range of solutions to support all involved parties and enable us to co-ordinate effectively pre-show and onsite. 1. Event planning (Main venue/offsite) 2. Design (Space/Graphic/Signage) 3. Production (Signage/Infrastructure/Stage) 4. Onsite Operations (Seminars/Parties/Ceremonies/Registration/Marshalling) 5. Printing (Planning/Design/Production/Novelties) 6. Utility supply management (Internet/Electrical/Cleaning/Plumbing) 7. Secretariat services (Organiser/Delegate administration) 8. Consultancy (Site visits/local Partners)
Operation Capabilities (Outsourced) We offer a range of solutions to support all involved parties and enable us to co-ordinate effectively pre-show and onsite. 1. AV equipment supply 2. Tour/travel arrangements 3. Forwarding 4. Translation (SimTrans/Staff/Documentation) 5. Homepage/Internet management (Registration/PR) 6. Catering
Environmental Policies
Our Strengths and Capabilities
Strength: One-Stop Service We create separate teams for each project with the Sales Division as head backed by the Client Support Group, Design Planning Group, Event Planning Group and Production Management Group. Not only producing, but also managing events
Strength: Global Staff Our employees come from more than a dozen countries spanning 5 continents and 9 languages (English, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Korean, Hindi and Japanese). Needless to say that ease of communication avoids misunderstanding and better service often comes with speaking the language.
Strength: International Network Our company is member of following MICE-related international organizations that allow us quick access to dependable partners all over the world. Annual meetings mean that quite often we ve met these partners face-to-face and that again leads to better service, quality and reliability. International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Asian Federation of Exhibition and Convention Associations (AFECA)
Strength: Production Facilities We have factories and warehouses in Kanto and Kansai regions with enough system parts for over 4000 standard 9 sqm booths, our own graphics department and SRDS storage. Nara Depots (4,100 sq. mtrs.): 6 buildings with System, Wood, Graphics Production & SRDS Storage Tokyo Studio (5,500 sq. mtrs): System, Graphics Production & SRDS Storage
Strength: Office in Las Vegas USA Office 555 E. Pamalyn Ave., Suite C, Las Vegas, NV. 89119 Tel: +1-702-816-2800 Travers Stewart Director West Coast And Canada East Coast and Europe Japan, Asia and rest of the World Mexico and Latin America
Our Work International Conferences
34 th Annual SWIFT Conference and Exhibition (Sibos) Synopsis: Sibos is the world s largest banking show specialising in international money transfers (Swift code). The show featured 159 exhibitors from worldwide financial institutions. There were 6,235 visitors from 137 countries including 1,700 from Japan. Venue: INTEX Osaka Dates: Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 2012 Organiser: SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) Work Scope: Shell Scheme Build/Decoration and Signage/Exhibitor Support/Stand Buildings
10 th Annual meeting of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) Synopsis: Every year, the ISSCR Annual Meeting is held in a different location and is the focal point for researchers worldwide to meet and discuss specialist topics. The event consists of a conference with speakers presenting results of their research co-located with an exhibition and poster panel display area. There were 3,500 attendees and 120 exhibitors. Venue: Pacifico Yokohama Date: June 13-16, 2012 Organiser: ISSCR (International Society for Stem Cell Research) Our Works: Shell Scheme Build/Decoration and Signage/Exhibitor Support/Stand Buildings
33 rd Annual Conference of the International Bar Association (IBA) Synopsis: The International Bar Association, established in 1947, is the world s leading organisation of international legal practitioners, bar associations and law societies. The Association has a membership of 55,000 individual lawyers and 206 bar associations and law societies spanning all continents. Tokyo meeting attracted over 6,000 delegates and 3,000 guests. Venue: Tokyo International Forum Date: October 19-24, 2014 Organiser: International Bar Association (IBA) Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Decoration and Signage / Reception Party / Exhibitor support / Special construction booths
9 th World Congress on High Speed Rail Synopsis: This is the world s most important meeting for high-speed rail, and attracts more than 1,000 attendees from across the globe to exchange views on the development and achievements of high-speed rail worldwide. Also, the Congress features an exhibit showcasing high-speed rail products and services. Venue: Tokyo International Forum Date: July 7-10, 2015 Organiser: International Union of Railways (UIC), East Japan Railway Company Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Decoration & Signage / Exhibitor support / Stand Buildings
25 th Conference of the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL) Synopsis: APASL is one of the leading associations based on investigation and treatment of liver diseases in the world and the largest scientific body that upholds the standards and profession, research and create improved treatment methods for millions of liver patients particularly in the entire Asia Pacific Region. Venue: Takanawa Prince Hotel, Tokyo Date: February 20-24, 2016 Organiser: Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL) Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Decoration & Signage / Exhibitor support / Opening Ceremony / Reception / Stand Buildings
29 th General Conference & Exhibition of International Fire Chiefs Association of Asia (IFCAA) Synopsis: Venue: The Fire Chiefs Association of Asia consists of 24 Asian member countries/regions. It was formed to promote mutual cooperation to tackle issues ranging from prevention of loss of life and property damage from fire, to discussing various techniques, research and upcoming technologies, and to promote fire prevention as a whole in Asia. Asia and Pacific Trade Center (ATC), Osaka Hyatt Regency Osaka Date: June 9-11, 2016 Organisers: International Fire Chiefs Association of Asia (IFCAA) Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Decoration & Signage / Exhibitor support / Opening Ceremony / Reception / Stand Buildings
46 th Annual Meeting of International Continence Society (ICS) Synopsis: It is unique in bringing together multidisciplinary professionals including urologists, gynecologists, neurologists, physiotherapists, nurses, physiologists and scientists. The topics discussed were issues on pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of incontinence. Venue: Tokyo International Forum Date: September 13-16, 2016 Organisers: International Continence Society Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Decoration & Signage / Exhibitor support / Catering at Seminars / Stand Buildings
33 rd International Conference of International Society for Quality in Health Care (ISQua) Synopsis: ISQua aims to promote and support continuous improvement in the quality and safety of health care worldwide. Japan, with the world s longest life expectancy, has a well earned international reputation for high standards in medicine and medical education. It was an exciting opportunity to share and increase knowledge among over 70 countries. Date: October 16-19, 2016 Organisers: International Society for Quality in Health Care Our Works: Show Management Support / Shell Scheme Build / Poster Session /Decoration & Signage / Exhibitor support / Security / Stand Buildings
Upcoming Conferences Gastech Conference & Exhibition (April 4-9, 2017 at Makuhari Messe) Global Summit of Women (May 11-13, 2017 at Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa) 23 rd World Congress of Neurology (September 16-21, 2017 at Kyoto International Conference Center)
Our Work Private Show and other events
Osaka MICE Destination Showcase Venue: ATC Hall, Osaka Dates: December 3, 2014 Organisers: Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau Work Scope: Operation of stage programme, reception etc.
Velman 100 year s Anniversary Venue: Rihga Royal Hote, Osaka Dates: April 27, 2015 Organisers: Velman Consmetics Work Scope: Venue construction, operation of reception, stage programme etc.
SPAJAM 2015 Award Ceremony Venue: KFC Hall, Tokyo Dates: July 1, 2015 Organisers: Mobile Contents Forum Work Scope: Venue selection, construction, operation of ceremony and reception.
AGREX 50 year s Anniversary Venue: Meiji Kinenkan Hall Dates: November 24, 2015 Organisers: AGREX Inc. Work Scope: Venue selection, operation of reception etc.
ACN Convention Expansion & Beyond Venue: Makuhari Messe Dates: December 17, 2016 Organisers: ACN Korea Work Scope: Stage building / Stand building / Audio Visual / Lighting etc.
19 th AIA Dragons Meeting Venue: Intex Osaka Dates: January 16, 2017 Organisers: AIA Group Work Scope: Stage building / Audio Visual / Lighting etc.
LAST WORD Dec.2008 Let us help you make your event a success! If you d like to see how we do things, please come and visit! Our doors are open; our staff eager to show you what they can do.