Usage Examples

The World Congress on Railway Research is the world’s largest international conference on railway-related subjects, where railway engineers from around the world participate to announce the results of their research.
■ Held: October 2019
■ Facilities: Hall C, Hall D7, Hall D5, Hall D1, Hall E, Lobby Gallery, Conference Rooms
■ Attendance: 933 people (424 from 36 countries outside Japan)

This convention brought together information on the present and future of hydrogen energy research, technology, and social implementation and policy that Japan and the world at large are aiming for as SDGs.
The international conference, technical tour, and exhibition were held at the same time.
■ Held: June 2019
■ Facilities: Hall C, Hall B5, Hall E, Conference Rooms, Lobby Gallery
■ Attendance: Approx. 800 people (approx. 640 from 30 countries outside Japan)

This is a conference and exhibition of computer graphics and interactive technologies. It is held each year in a different Asian city, with many participants from around the world involved in technical and creative fields.
■ Held: December 2018
■ Facilities: Hall C, Hall B5, Hall E, Conference Rooms, Lobby Gallery
■ Attendance: 9,720 people (2,323 from 59 countries outside Japan)

ISQua 2016 was an academic conference for an international society that undertakes a variety of ventures, including third-party external evaluation services to health and social care external evaluation organizations, and education related to quality and safety improvements for health care.
■ Held: October 2016
■ Facilities: Hall C, Hall B7, Hall B5, Hall D7, Hall D5, Conference Rooms
■ Attendance: 1,203 people (1,037 from 69 countries outside Japan)

Held for the first time in 15 years in Japan, this General Meeting in Tokyo was attended by approximately 2,400 people from 62 countries, held around 240 meetings covering 53 fields, and was the largest IEC General Meeting of recent years.
■ Held: November 2014
■ Facilities: Hall B5, Hall B7, Hall C, Hall D1, Hall D5, Hall D7, Lobby Gallery, Conference Rooms
■ Attendance: Approx. 2,400 people from 62 countries

This convention brought together nearly 20,000 persons involved in ophthalmology and medical fields from 135 countries, making it one of the largest international conferences in Japan. The giant cherry blossom tree presentation in the Plaza was also very popular.
■ Held: April 2014
■ Facilities: All of Tokyo International Forum
■ Attendance: Approx. 20,000 people from 135 countries

A total of 11,600 people from over 180 member nations participated, including ministers of finance, central bank governors, and government delegations. During the annual meeting, nearly 200 large and small conferences and events were held.
■ Held: October 2012
■ Facilities: All of Tokyo International Forum
■ Attendance: Approx. 11,600 people

The largest international congress for architecture was held in Japan for the first time. A combination of three halls, the Lobby Gallery, and Lounge were used for a commemoration ceremony, party, award ceremony, lectures, exhibitions, and reception. This style allowed for the accommodation of many visitors and smooth event operations.
■ Held: September 2011
■ Facilities: All of Tokyo International Forum
■ Attendance: Approx. 5,100 people (1,900 from 110 countries outside Japan)

This exhibit celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Tokyo International Forum based on the theme of "Past, Present, and Future."
■ Held: December 2017
■ Facilities: Lobby Gallery

■ Held: April 2017
■ Facilities: Hall B7, Hall B5

Bringing together 105 brands from 17 countries, SALON DU CHOCOLAT 2017 was an event at which visitors could discover a rich variety of wonderful chocolates.
■ Held: February 2017
■ Facilities: Hall E

This event combines a fashion show with live performances and more, always making the most of the facilities such as with a massive installation in the large open space of the Glass Building and a fashion show effectively using the illuminated floor of block D on 1F.
■ Held: Since 2014

This is one of the largest classical music events in Japan, and uses the entirety of Tokyo International Forum facilities. A general information desk is set up in the Lobby Gallery, and the unique characteristics of each of the facilities—all halls, the Glass Building conference rooms, Hall E, and the Plaza—are harnessed for various types of concerts.
■ Held: Every May since 2005
■ Facilities: All of Tokyo International Forum

J-CULTURE FEST is an event that gives participants the opportunity to learn about and experience Japanese culture. There are original performances from treasured Japanese kyogen (Noh farces) and kabuki artists, as well as a New Year’s Theme Park every year where visitors can experience traditional Japanese New Year’s activities.
■ Held: Every January since 2017
■ Facilities: Hall B7, Hall B5, Hall E, Lobby Gallery (2019)

Harvard University professor Michael Sandel, a leading philosopher of modern politics, gave an impassioned lecture to about 5,000 people, one of his largest audiences ever.
■ Held: May 2012
■ Facilities: Hall A