Social Functions
Social Functions
WADEM and JADM are pleased to announce several social and networking opportunities taking place during the congress, as well as a unique post-congress tour to the Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park and the Tokyo University of Science Hospital. Check out the descriptions below.
Congress Dinner
As you prepare for congress plans while in Tokyo, we are pleased to invite you to a truly special evening — the Congress Dinner, held right at the conference venue. This isn’t just another dinner. It’s an immersive cultural experience where international networking meets the very heart of Japanese tradition.
Date & Time: Sunday, 4 May at 19:30 (doors open at 19:00)
Location: Concord Ball Room, Keio Plaza Hotel
Style: Buffet
Dress Code: Casual
Fee: ¥20,000
Location: Concord Ball Room, Keio Plaza Hotel
Style: Buffet
Dress Code: Casual
Fee: ¥20,000
Live Japanese Cuisine
Indulge in freshly prepared tempura, sushi, and sukiyaki — all served buffet-style, with chefs crafting each dish before your eyes at our live kitchen counters.
A Taste of Japanese Culture
From the elegance of Kabuki performance to the lively rhythm of Awa Odori, experience traditional Japanese performing arts rarely seen outside of Japan.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This!
- Deepen your global connections in a relaxed, festive setting
- Discover authentic Japanese food and culture without leaving the venue
- Take a well-deserved break and enjoy an unforgettable evening
Join us for the Welcome Reception!
Unwind after your journey with light refreshments and drinks. Connect with fellow delegates before the congress begins. Enjoy a special performance of traditional Japanese taiko drums, shamisen, and shinobue flute. Let this evening of hospitality recharge you for the exciting days ahead!
Date & Time: Friday, 2 May at 19:00 (doors open at 18:30)
Location: Concord Ball Room, Keio Plaza Hotel
Style: Buffet
Dress Code: Casual
Fee for delegate: Free
Additional tickets for accompanying persons, partners, or colleagues: ¥10,000
Location: Concord Ball Room, Keio Plaza Hotel
Style: Buffet
Dress Code: Casual
Fee for delegate: Free
Additional tickets for accompanying persons, partners, or colleagues: ¥10,000
Accompanying Person Pass (Access to Exhibition Space, Networking Breaks, Lunches)
Is you partner or a family member accompanying you to Tokyo? Would they like to join you during lunch or breaks or just have a place to hang out during the day? If so, consider purchasing a Accompanying Person Pass. The pass is valid during the entire congress (3-6 May). Single day passes are not available.
Please note that the Welcome Reception, Congress Dinner, or access to the educational sessions are not included in the price. Children under the age of 12 do not need a pass. The per person cost is ¥15,000.
Post-congress Tour – Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park & Tokyo University of Science Hospital
This tour includes visits to two locations, the Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park – an experiential disaster prevention training facility where visitors of all ages can learn while having fun, and the Tokyo University of Science Hospital (formerly Tokyo Medical and Dental University) where Dr. Yasuhiro Otomo, the Congress Chair, was previously a professor.
The tour will leave after the Closing Ceremony on Tuesday, 6 May and is approximately four hours long. Registration for the tour closes on 8 April. The cost is ¥11,000 per person.The minimum number of participants required is 25.
