12 Reasons for a Successful Congress

World Class Access: Fukuoka City has one of the best access in the world for its convenient access from the airport. Fukuoka Airport has 22 Domestic Flights and 16 International Flights mostly to the principle Asian cities. It is only 5 minutes by subway from the airport to the railway hub Hakata station and 10 minutes to the downtown Tenjin.

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International City Recognized by The World: Fukuoka City was rated as a number one city in Asia for quality of life by surveys published in Asiaweek in 1997, 1999, and 2000. In the July 2006 issue of Newsweek, Fukuoka was chosen as one of the World's 10 Hottest Cities along with worldwide known cities such as Las Vegas, Munich and London. In the English magazine “MONOCLE” of 2008, Fukuoka was named as the 17th most livable city in the world. It was also rated No.1 as a city for shopping, for having superior quality food and for the abundant nature with mountain and sea. This indicates how Fukuoka City is highly evaluated, not just in Asia, but in the world.

City with Abundant Experience in International Congress , 4th in Domestic Ranking: The number of international conventions held in Fukuoka City is increasing each year. With the survey held by JNTO (Japan National Tourist Organization), Fukuoka ranked 4th place for the number of international conventions held in 2007 domestically. This proves that the city has the facility, knowledge and the support to hold a successful congress.

Kyushu Island's Largest and Leading Complex, The Convention Zone: Fukuoka's convention zone is located at a waterfront site approximately 4.5km from Fukuoka airport and 2km from city center downtown. The zone comprises 4 facilities, Fukuoka International Congress Center with the latest equipments, Fukuoka Kokusai Center and Marine Messe Fukuoka with multipurpose event halls, and Fukuoka Sunpalace with auditorium and hotel. These 4 facilities are used together for various events such as congresses, conferences, conventions, and exhibitions.; Fukuoka Convention Center

Reasonable Prices to Hold a Congress: Prices of meeting rooms and exhibition halls in Fukuoka City are more reasonable than other large cities. Not just convention facilities, prices of hotels and restaurants are also lower, which is helpful for both congress organizers and participants.

Various Types and Numbers of Accommodation Facilities: Fukuoka offers a broad range of accommodation facilities-from internationally well-known hotel groups to family-run Japanese inns. There are more than 200 hotels offering approximately 22,000 rooms, which are clustered principally in downtown Tenjin and Hakata station districts.

Fukuoka-Safe, Clean and Compact City with World Class Access: Fukuoka City is recognized as a safe, clean and compact city by delegates. This is for its easy access within the city. By foot or by using the public transportation, you can visit many of the tourist spots in less than 20 minutes. Major accommodation and convention facilities along with after convention entertainment spots are located all within the city's center, which allows smooth access to visitors.

Hospitality and Friendliness of The Residents: Fukuoka City with more than 2,000 years of history flourished as a diplomatic point in Japan from ancient times, accepting foreign cultures. Living in this environment, the people of Fukuoka has accepted visitors naturally with warm hospitality. This friendliness is always appreciated by congress participants.

The Volunteer Spirit of The Citizens: Volunteers are a must to large scale international congress. Many of the Fukuoka citizens volunteered to bring large scale international conventions and events a success.

Rich and Varied Food Culture: You can enjoy the fresh seafood from the Genkai sea, the Tonkotsu Ramen(noodles in milky pork bones soup), Mizutaki (Hot pot dish of Fukuoka with boiled chicken), Fugu (Blowfish) Cuisine, the Hakata's specialty from the yatai (street strolls), with bars and restaurants in the largest entertainment quarter in Kyushu, Nakasu. Not just Fukuoka's traditional dish, there are many restaurants serving dishes from all other the world, such as French, Italian, and Asian.

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Rich Excursion Plan: One of the entertainments for delegates is excursions. There are various courses within and outside the city, from half day to full day trips for everyone to enjoy.

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