The
launch edition of International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Japan
will profile a bespoke selection of authentic, elite Japanese travel
experiences from Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples to ryokans,
modern hotels and bullet trains as well as the snow covered Mount
Fuji, the sub-tropical Okinawa, sumo-wrestlers and geishas.
ILTM
Japan takes place in Kyoto from 11 – 13 March 2013. Taking place
with the support of the City of Kyoto and Japan Tourism Agency,
highlights include the opening cultural evening within the oldest Zen
temple in Kyoto - Kennin-Ji. This and other traditional distinctive
experiences will stand alongside a selection of international luxury
travel brands - approximately 60 in total - at the event, which has
been designed to create and build communities for previously untapped
high-end markets.
Mr.
Koichi Kumashiro, President of My Tours commented:
“ILTM
events are impressive and very influential in luxury travel and we
are delighted to host ILTM Japan in March in Kyoto – a city of
quality, tradition and culture. Japanese hospitality - in
addition to our standards and style of service - is something we are
very proud of. We look forward to meeting and warmly welcoming
many new luxury travel companies from all four corners of the world
at ILTM Japan.”
Silversea
Cruises, Orient Express, Waldorf Astoria and Conrad, Ayana Resort and
Spa and Ritz Carlton are among the international brands that have
confirmed their attendance. They will be profiled alongside
Miyako Hotels & Resorts, traditional ryokans such as Kifuno-sato,
luxury train travel including the Kyushu Railway Company plus the
Mandarin Oriental Tokyo - demonstrating the diverse range of
exclusive options for luxury travellers visiting Japan.
Following
the successful ‘invitation only’ ILTM model, ILTM Japan will
select and host 60 influential luxury travel buyers to meet with
these high-end travel experiences in a series of pre-scheduled
appointments to maximise business opportunities for both Japanese in
and outbound luxury travel business. ILTM Japan’s pre-scheduled
appointments will take place at The SODOH Higashiyama Kyoto - The
Garden Oriental in Kyoto, situated alongside the Yasakanoto pagoda in
the former private residence of Japanese master painter Takeuchi
Seihou.
Erina
Pindar of US high-level travel advisor SmartFlyer said:
"Japan
is truly a beautiful and fascinating destination. With hundreds years
of local history, as well as the treasure trove of accompanying
beautiful stories, there is much to learn about the country's
heritage, modern artistry and fascinating culture. ILTM Japan
could not be better positioned or timed to allow this exclusive
access to learn more and I am thrilled to be a part of it."
For
further information regarding taking part in ILTM Japan, please
contact David Paterson (david.paterson@reedexpo.co.uk)
