GT-1 Pre-Conference Golf Tournament

Date:	Thursday, April 21
Participation Fee:	JPY 26,000. Fee includes the cost of golf carts, caddies, course usage, transportation to and from the course, prizes, breakfast, lunch and beverages.

GT-2 IPBA Cup (Ted Regala cup and Lee Suet-Fern cup)

Date:	Monday, April 25
Participation Fee:	JPY 30,000. Fee includes the cost of golf carts, caddies, course usage, transportation to and from the course, prizes, breakfast, lunch, beverages and a party.

Location (both GT-1 and GT-2):	Seta Golf Course. Address: 12 Setahashimoto-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga 520-2125 Set in a rolling terrain overlooking Lake Biwa and Mt. Hiei, the Seta Golf Course boasts of a highly strategic and distinctive 54-hole golf course, among which, the eastern and northern courses were designed by the renowned golf course designer, Seiichi Inoue. The eastern course was home to the Mizuno Classic in 2005, an official Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tournament. All three courses consist of long fairways, and players are welcome to enjoy the sensation of taking robust drives.
Transportation:	A bus will pick participants up at 6:30 a.m. at Grand Prince Hotel Kyoto first, then at Kyoto Hotel Okura and finally at the Westin Miyako Kyoto. Scheduled time of arrival at the golf course: 8:00 a.m. (tee off at 9:00 a.m.).
Rental of equipment and shoes:	At an additional fee, a limited number of equipment and shoes are available for rental on a first-come, first-served basis. Please use the contact information appearing below for details and reservations. Please note that the largest available shoe size is 28 cm/Europe 44/USA 10.5. JTB Western Japan Corp., MICE Center IPBA2011 Desk Tel: +81-6-6252-2861 Fax: +81-6-6252-2862 E-mail: m_takewaka115@west.jtb.jp Office Hours: 9:30-17:30 (Japan Standard Time, weekdays only)

1. AP-1: Gion (Kyoto) and Miyako Odori 1-Day Tour Inclusive of an Exquisite Lunch at a Michelin Two Star Restaurant
(Friday, April 22, 2011, from 10:00 to 15:30)
Kyoto International Conference Center (ICC Kyoto) – stroll around the Gion area with a guide (including the Hanami-koji street) – a traditional Japanese cuisine lunch at Gion Maruyama – view of Miyako Odori at Gion Kobu Kaburenjo – back to ICC Kyoto

Participation Fee:	JPY 23,000
Sights:	Hanami-koji street, Gion Maruyama and Miyako Odori

	①	The most popular street in the Gion area, Hanami-koji is known to be home to geishas and geisha apprentices, and is filled with various “ochaya” teahouses, restaurants and shops selling various souvenirs. A walk through this street lined with traditional “machiya” style merchant houses is an experience in itself, but with luck, you may come across the geisha apprentices heading towards their respective lessons or having tea. Take advantage of the guide and find the perfect souvenir to take home to your friends and family.
	②	Rated two stars by the Michelin Guide for being an “excellent cuisine worthy of a detour,” Gion Maruyama is one of the most sought after traditional Japanese restaurants in Kyoto today. This restaurant presents a delicious fusion of 1,200 years of history and new techniques, and offers an extraordinary dining experience of cuisine that is intricately planned to bring out the best in the finest seasonal ingredients. The cuisine here is so much more than a meal; it is an expression of art, presented in a delightful combination of aroma, taste, sound, light, and rhythm. Those of you who want to really experience the crème de le crème of Japanese traditional cuisine, please be sure to take advantage of this opportunity!
	③	The history of Miyako Odori, or the “dance of the Imperial City,” goes back to the Meiji restoration (1862-1869) when Emperor Meiji moved the capital from Kyoto to Edo (the present day Tokyo). From initially being a countermeasure against the city’s decline and to exhibit the lively arts of Kyoto, these performances by the geisha and geisha apprentices continued to gain recognition through the years for their excellence in traditional Japanese skills, such as dance, song, traditional instruments and the tea ceremony, all of which you will experience up close in this tour.

2. AP-2: Experience Nishijin Weaving 1-Day Tour Inclusive of a Special “Yudofu” Lunch (Saturday, April 23, 2011, from 9:30 to 14:00)
ICC Kyoto – Orinasukan Handmade Fabrics Museum (experience weaving and dyeing) – lunch at Junsei – back to ICC Kyoto

Participation Fee:	JPY 12,000
Sights:	Orinasukan and Junsei

	①	The history of Kyoto’s Nishijin weaving goes back as far as 1,200 years. After being forced to flee from Kyoto during the civil war that erupted in 1338, in the 1480’s, the weavers gradually returned and set up workshops around Kyoto. “Nishijin” literally means “western camp,” which is derived directly from the days of the said civil war. Once favoured and supported by the Imperial government and various samurai lords, Nishijin weavers have maintained their high level of craftsmanship, while incorporating modern weaving techniques imported from European countries. In this tour, you will experience traditional weaving as well as dyeing a handkerchief, which you may take home with you as a souvenir.
	②	Savor the subtle and soothing taste of tofu boiled in a light savory broth, the “Yudofu.” As one of the most famous and popular Yudofu restaurants in Kyoto, Junsei is housed in a building built in 1839 originally as a medical school. Junsei boasts a 5,000 sq. meter Japanese garden, which adds to the peaceful enjoyment of this warm and traditional Japanese meal. Experience the beauty of old Kyoto as you enjoy the feel of the finest tofu melting in your mouth. You surely wouldn’t want to miss this during your stay in Japan!

PT-1: Mt. Fuji & Hakone 2-Day Tour (beginning on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 9:00; arriving in Kyoto on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 15:00)

April 20:	Hamamatsucho Bus Terminal − Fuji Visitors’ Center − 5th Station of Mt. Fuji − Lake Ashi − Mt.Komagatake − stay overnight at Hakone Hotel Kowakien.
April 21:	Hakone − free time for strolls around the Hakone area − Odawara City − depart for Kyoto on the Shinkansen (“bullet train”).
Participation Fee:	JPY 41,000 (This includes lunch on Wednesday, double occupancy accommodations, admission to all sights, and guide fees. There is an additional charge of JPY 7,500 for single occupancy.)
Sights:	Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi, Mt. Komagatake and Hakone.

	①	Mt. Fuji: At 3,776 meters tall, Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan as well as a national symbol. With a conical shape boasting symmetry of Platonic proportions, Mt. Fuji was once considered sacred and continues to attract vast numbers of visitors for both religious and recreational purposes. Visitors can easily reach the 5th Station by car and, once there, can bask in the magnificent view of both Mt. Fuji and the surrounding environs.
	②	Lake Ashi: Lake Ashi fills the giant crater formed by the Hakone Volcano. Enjoy a scenic cruise around the lake on a pleasure boat, from which you can take in the highest peak of Mt. Fuji and the famous vermillion Shinto “torii” (gate) of Hakone Shrine, which was built to appear as if floating on water.
	③	Mt. Komagatake: A 5-minute ride on the Mt. Komagatake Aerial Cableway will whisk you up to the top of Mt. Komagatake. In clear weather, you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi.
	④	Hakone: Hakone has been one of Japan’s most famous and popular hot-spring resort destinations since the 9th century. Its illustrious “Seventeen Spas” each feature a different variety of hot spring. Hakone is also famous for the ancient Hakone Checkpoint, used under the Tokugawa Shogunate to control the flow of travellers in and out of Edo (the present-day Tokyo), and the Hakone Shrine, which has stood in its present location since 757.
	⑤	Hakone Hotel Kowakien: Stay overnight at the charming Hakone Hotel Kowakien nestled in Hakone's countryside. In addition to its 10,000 square meters of tranquil Japanese gardens, originally commissioned for the influential Mitsui family's private villa, you can enjoy the hotel's outdoor “onsen” (hot springs), rich with minerals and offering a view of the gardens. With a variety of Western, Chinese, and traditional Japanese restaurants on the premises, the Kowakien offers plenty of tempting dining options.

PT-2: Kyoto 1-Day Tour (Thursday, April 21, 2011, from 8:30 to 15:00)

Participation Fee:	JPY 10,000 (This includes transportation, lunch, admission fees, and a guide.)
Sights:	Kinkaku-ji Temple (the “Golden Pavilion”), Nijo Castle, and Kiyomizu Temple.

	①	Kinkaku-ji Temple: Kinkaku-ji (formally named “Rokuon-ji”) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular and iconic sightseeing spots in Kyoto, as well as the namesake of Yukio Mishima’s famous novel. With its exquisite Japanese garden, 600-year-old pine tree, and two of its three stories covered in pure gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji attracts visitors from all over the world.
	②	Nijo Castle: Built in 1603 as the Shogun’s Kyoto residence, Nijo Castle has retained its original architectural style for over 400 years. Although renowned for its gorgeous interior wood carvings, gold leaf and painted sliding doors and walls, Nijo Castle is perhaps best known for its unique “Nightingale Floor” security system, which causes the floors to make chirping noises when walked on to prevent undetected passage through the castle’s many corridors.
	③	Kiyomizu Temple: Saunter along a winding cobblestone lane lined with restaurants and small shops selling traditional sweets and souvenirs, a destination in itself, until you reach the main gate of Kiyomizu Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Well-known as a holy temple for religious pilgrims for well over 1,000 years, Kiyomizu Temple is famous for its sacred waterfall (“kiyomizu” means “clear water”) and the fact that not one nail was used in its construction. The veranda of the main hall offers majestic, sweeping views of the entire city of Kyoto.

    

PT-3: Hiroshima & Kurashiki 2-Day Tour (beginning on Monday, April 25, 2011 at 8:00; arriving in Kyoto on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 19:00)

April 25:	Depart from Kyoto Station on the Shinkansen (“bullet train”) − Hiroshima Station − Miyajima Island (Itsukushima Shrine) − Peace Memorial Park − stay overnight at Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima.
April 26:	Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima − Kurashiki (1.5-hour ride on a private bus) and Ohara Museum of Art − Korakuen Garden − back to Kyoto (4-hour ride on private bus).
Participation Fee:	JPY 48,500 (This includes lunch on Monday, double occupancy accommodations, admission to all sights, and all guide fees. There is an additional charge of JPY 5,250 for single occupancy.)
Sights:	Miyajima Island (Itsukushima Shrine), the Peace Memorial Park (Atomic-Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Museum), Kurashiki (a walk around the historic, scenic town of Kurashiki and the Ohara Museum of Art), and Korakuen Garden.

	①	Miyajima Island: Miyajima Island, also known as Itsukushima Island, is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site-designated grand Shinto shrine. Itsukushima Shrine features a dramatic vermillion “torii” (gate) that appears as if floating in the sea. Both the shrine and the island have long been regarded as sacred, and the view of Miyajima against the backdrop of Mt. Misen is said to be one of the three most beautiful sights in Japan.
	②	Peace Memorial Park: The Peace Memorial Park’s Atomic-Bomb Dome, a World Cultural Heritage Site, symbolizes not only Hiroshima but also a call for world peace. After strolling through the Park near the hypocenter of the A-Bomb blast and observing the Children’s Peace Monument housing Sadako’s famous cranes, you will have the opportunity to view incredible relics preserved from the tragic day of the Hiroshima bombing at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
	③	Kurashiki: Kurashiki, designated by the Japanese government as an important “Traditional Structures Conservation Area,” is known for its old merchant quarters (the “Bikan area”) characterized by 17th-century white wooden warehouses with traditional black tiles. The Ohara Museum of Art, Japan’s first Western art museum, boasts paintings by El Greco, Gauguin, Matisse, Renoir, and Monet, as well as Asian and contemporary art. Enjoy strolling beneath the weeping willows as you walk along the koi-filled Kurashiki River that runs through the old town.
	④	Korakuen Garden: Korakuen Garden, one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, incorporates nearby Okayama Castle into its 133,000 square meter stretch of garden vista. Korakuen Garden, completed in the 17th century, was designed in the “kaiyu” (scenic promenade) style, presenting visitors with new views at every turn of the path along its lawns, ponds, hills, teahouses, and streams.

    

PT-4: Nara 1-Day Tour (Monday, April 25, 2011, from 8:30 to 17:30)

Participation Fee:	JPY 12,500 (This includes transportation, lunch, admission to all sights, and guide fee.)
Sights:	Horyu-ji Temple, Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Shrine.

	①	Horyu-ji Temple: Horyu-ji Temple is located in the northwest of Nara, one of Japan’s ancient capital towns. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains a number of governmentdesignated National Treasures. Horyu-ji was founded in the 7th century and is best known for its five-story pagoda and the adjacent main hall, the world’s oldest existing wooden structures. The pagoda is said to enshrine a fragment of the Buddha’s bone.
	②	Todai-ji Temple: Todai-ji is another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its Great Buddha Hall, the largest wooden building in the world, houses the famous “Daibutsu” (Great Buddha), the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue. A pair of guardian statues, each over 8 meters tall and carved in 1203, guard the temple’s south gate.
	③	Nara Park: The 1,300-acre Nara Park is also known as “Deer Park,” as a result of the 1,200 deer, regarded as messengers of gods, that roam the grounds freely. Do not be surprised if you are approached by deer in search of “shika senbei” (deer crackers) − the deer are friendly (and hungry) creatures.
	④	Kasuga Shrine: Kasuga Shrine, originally built in 768 by the powerful Fujiwara aristocracy, is one of the best known Shinto shrines in Nara and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Surrounded by ancient forests and adjacent to the Man’yo Botanical Garden, Kasuga Shrine features 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns along its approach and within its grounds.

         

To make reservations for Pre/Post-Conference Tours and Accompanying Persons’ Programs, please access the website below and make all necessary payments no later than April 6, 2011 at 17:30 (Japan Standard Time). Please note that the deadline for golf tour reservations is March 20, 2011 at 17:30 (Japan Standard Time).
RESERVATION JTB Western Japan Corp., MICE Center IPBA2011 Desk
Tel: +81-6-6252-2861 Fax: +81-6-6252-2862 E-mail: m_takewaka115@west.jtb.jp
Office Hours: 9:30-17:30 (Japan Standard Time, weekdays only)

In the event of any cancellation, written notification must be sent to JTB. The following cancellation fees will be deducted before making any refunds.

Golf Tours:	21 or more days prior to play day	No fee
	11 to 20 days prior to play day	10% of Participation Fee
	2 to 10 days prior to play day	20% of Participation Fee
	1 day prior to or on day of play	30% of Participation Fee

Pre/Post-Conference Tours:	21 or more days prior to tour start date	No fee
	8 to 20 days prior to tour start date	20% of Participation Fee
	2 to 7 days prior to tour start date	30% of Participation Fee
	1 day prior to tour start date	40% of Participation Fee
	Prior to departure on tour date	50% of Participation Fee
	After departure, or no-show	100% of Participation Fee

Accompanying Persons' Programs:	21 or more days prior to tour start date	No fee
	8 to 20 days prior to tour start date	20% of Participation Fee
	2 to 7 days prior to tour start date	30% of Participation Fee
	1 day prior to tour start date	40% of Participation Fee
	Prior to departure on tour date	50% of Participation Fee
	After departure, or no-show	100% of Participation Fee