Name: IAAPA APAC Summit 2026
Start: 2026-09-02T00:00:00-0400
End: 2026-09-03T23:59:00-0400

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The IAAPA APAC Summit is a prestigious annual regional event that rotates among select countries and cities recognized for their emerging tourism potential. In 2026, we are pleased to host this 2-day event in Nagoya, providing a platform to explore Japan’s evolving attractions landscape and unlock new opportunities within the market.

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Region:

Asia Pacific

Event Time:

September 2, 2026 - September 3, 2026 | All Day JST

Venue:

In-Person

Location:

Nagoya, Japan

Session Type:

Connections

Pricing Details

Currency

PRICING	Member	Nonmember
Regular *Nonmember price includes 1 year of IAAPA Individual Membership	699.00	1159.00
Attraction Facility Special Rate Attraction Facility Members enjoy USD 200 discount on registration. No promo code required. Simply log into your member account, and your exclusive discounted rate will automatically apply.	499.00

Education Highlights

Conference

Key inbound travel trends in Japan, and what they mean for visitor expectations and growth opportunities for attractions
Discussion on Japan’s ride standards and the localization of attractions
Leadership insights from industry pioneers and operators
Focus on accessibility and inclusive experiences, including barrier-free design and offerings for guests with disabilities
The role of IP and experience-led strategies in driving differentiation, visitation, and overall attraction appeal
And more

EDUTour: LEGOLAND Japan

Behind-the-scenes experience of the theatre show, with insights into mascot control and character performance training
Visit to the model workshop, showcasing how the models are created and maintained
Overview of regular ride maintenance practices to ensure safety and operational efficiency
Exploration of the new expansion area

EDUTour: Nagashima Resort

Inspect Nagashima Resort, a leading integrated destination in Japan that serves diverse age groups and seasonal needs.
Gain insight into the maintenance and operation of the world-class hybrid coaster “White Whale,” and experience the ride firsthand.
Tour the Jumbo Seawater Pool to understand its large-scale operations and on-site management with guided explanations.

Speakers

The summit features distinguished speakers from leading attractions and organizations, including:

LEGOLAND Japan
Nagashima Resort
And more industry experts across the region

AGENDA

Wednesday | September 02

9:15 - 10:00am

Registration & Meet and Greet

Location:

Main Hall A & B , 3/F, Nagoya Convention Hall

10:00 - 10:05am

Welcome Remarks by IAAPA

10:05 - 11:45am

Education Conference

11:45am - 1:05pm

Networking Lunch

Location:

Main Hall A & B, 3/F, Nagoya Convention Hall

1:05 - 1:55pm

Education Conference (cont.)

2:00 - 3:15pm

Transfer to LEGOLAND Japan

3:15 - 5:45pm

EDUTour: LEGOLAND Japan

5:45 - 7:00pm

Networking Reception at LEGOLAND Japan

7:00 - 8:00pm

Transfer to Nagoya Convention Hall

8:00pm

End of Day 1

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