A lively cultural and economic center that fuels innovation and inspiration. A dynamic and sustainable metropolis with safe and sufficient infrastructure. The place to build successful business events and create indelible memories. It’s Tokyo.
Innovative City
Global GDP Ranking by City
Tokyo showcases its immense economic strength, securing the top globally.
Source: World Population Review 2024
International Meetings in APAC by City
Tokyo ranks 3rd in APAC and continues to be a top choice for international meeting organizers, solidifying its status as a premier destination globally.
Source: 2023 ICCA Business Analytics
Dynamic Center of Academia and Innovation
Ranked 3rd globally for R&D in the Global Power City Index, Tokyo stands as a beacon of innovation, advancing research and development.
Source: Research & Development, Global Power City Index 2024
Start-up Powerhouse
Seventy percent of start-ups thrive within this dynamic city, fueled by a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem that fosters cutting-edge businesses, new ideas, and breakthrough technologies to shape the future.
Source: Japan Startup Finance 2023
Japan’s Heart of Global Business
As Japan’s premier international business hub, Tokyo hosts 75% of the country’s foreign-affiliated companies, with over 2,300 global enterprises choosing the city as their home.
A Magnet for World-Class Headquarters
Tokyo proudly ranks 2nd globally, serving as the headquarters for approx. 30 top-tier international companies and continues to attract world-leading corporations.
Source: Fortune Global 500, 2023
Unique Experiences
Michelin Star Capital
Boasting the most Michelin stars of any city in the world, an impressive 507 restaurants are featured in the Tokyo Michelin Guide, including 182 Michelin-starred establishments. The Michelin Green Star has also been awarded to 12 restaurants for practicing sustainable gastronomy.
A Hub of Intellectual Curiosity
With around 300 museums and art galleries and an unparalleled theater culture, ranging from kabuki to jazz Tokyo truly has something for everyone. teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM, is even recognized by Guinness World Records as the most visited museum dedicated to a single group or artist.
Numerous Unique Venues
Eighty Unique Venues providing a special atmosphere for bespoke business events, including museums, aquariums, historic structures, and Japanese gardens.
Inspiration for Team Building
Morning Yoga, mountain trekking and many other traditional cultural experiences are among a wealth of team-building programs that satisfy both well-being and intellectual curiosity.
A Safe City for Nightlife Adventures
Tokyo is perfect for nighttime exploring. Traditional izakayas and stylish bars make for wonderful dining and bar-hopping experiences with public transport running until midnight, and plenty of taxis for peace of mind.
A City in Harmony with Nature
Tokyo, named Best Big City in the World by Condé Nast Traveler, thanks to its unique blend of tradition and innovation, as well as its stunning natural beauty, has 8,500 parks, 19 mountains, and 635 islands. The city offers visitors vibrant outdoor activities and serene escapes, such as hiking Mount Takao, the world’s most climbed mountain.
Sustainability & DEI
City Living Among Greenery
Fifty percent of the city is made up of greenery with rich natural landscapes alongside its many historical heritage sites. In the most recent large-scale redevelopment projects, 60,000 square meters of green space was created in central districts and efforts are continuously made to green urban areas.
Pure & Safe Water
Since the 17th century, Tokyo has developed a comprehensive water supply system and is known for its high-quality tap water. Following the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, 900 Tokyowater Drinking Stations were installed throughout the city, offering delicious tap water.
Venue Initiatives for Sustainability
Leading Tokyo venues are enthusiastically working on creating environment-friendly facilities using renewable energy and recycling systems to realize sustainable business events. Also, several hotels practice sustainable initiatives by using local ingredients.
Open to everyone
Most Accessible
Ranked among the world’s top 10 most accessible cities in a global survey of 3,500 tourists with disabilities.
Source: 10 Most Accessible Cities 2022, The Valuable 500
Simply Global
An international city home to over 705,000 foreign residents and diverse halal and vegetarian food options. Also ranks second in the QS Best Student Cities 2025, recognized for its high overall quality of life among foreign students.
Diverse City
Tokyo Metropolitan Government supports projects like TOKYO ALLY, aimed at fostering understanding of sexual minorities within corporations, and has introduced the Tokyo Partnership Oath System for same-sex couples. Annually over 200,000 people visit Tokyo Rainbow Pride, one of Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ events.
Meeting-Friendly Resources
Safe and Secure
With the top overall safety score in the world by World Population Review 2024 and ranked the 2nd Safest Location for Solo Travelers by the UK Post Office, Tokyo is extremely safe.
Worldwide Connectivity
With direct global access to 150 cities through the major international hubs, Haneda and Narita airports and outstanding cleanliness epitomized by Haneda Airport’s ranking of the World’s Cleanest Airport, Tokyo provides a seamless and comfortable travel experience.
Eco-Friendly Transportation
Thanks to an extensive transit network, major attractions are easily accessible by public transportation. City-wide efforts to develop environmentally friendly transportation options, such as CO2 reduction at subways and railways, and hydrogen fuel cell bus operation in central areas have made getting around more sustainable.
Unlimited Choices for Your Stay
Over 200,000 rooms per night with various types of accommodations, such as Ryokans (traditional inns) and hotels, from budget to luxury.
Comfortable, Accessible and Sustainable
Selected as one of the world’s most accessible cities for travelers with disabilities, Tokyo is proud of its comfortable, sustainable and developed public transportation network, seamlessly connecting every corner of the metropolis.
Asia Pacific’s Most Walkable City
Explore with ease and confidence as you stroll through the pedestrian-friendly streets with a range of shops, restaurants, parks, and tourist attractions in all major areas.
Source: The world’s most walkable cities 2024, Compare The Market