Hachioji
Located about 40 minutes by train from central Tokyo, Hachioji was the first area in Tokyo to be recognized as a Japan Heritage site. It is surrounded by rich nature, represented by Mt. Takao, which the Michelin Green Guide Japan awarded three stars.
It is also one of the nation's leading academic cities, with 21 universities and other scholarly institutions located in the city and approximately 95,000 students.
At the same time, it is an area with a high concentration of advanced industries with sophisticated technologies.
Although Hachioji is located in Tokyo, holding business events in this rich natural setting surrounded by greenery offers a new perspective of the city.
Information for MICE Planners
Number of Convention Facilities
16
In addition to hotel and conference venues, Hachioji has various community facilities as well as a wide range of accommodation and training facilities. There is a training facility equipped with a large bath that several wheelchair users can use at the same time to experience Japanese communal bathing culture.
Number of Banquet Halls
51
Multiple hotels and halls are available, with most banquet halls located within walking distance of JR Hachioji Station and Keio Hachioji Station.
Number of Guest Rooms
1869
Many accommodations are within walking distance of JR Hachioji Station and Keio Hachioji Station. There are also many lodging facilities near the sightseeing area of Mt. Takao.

CASE STUDY
01
Sports Event
Bouldering World Cup (2days)
Top climbers from around the world assembled in Hachioji for IFSC - Climbing World Cup (B) - Hachioji (JPN) 2023, one of the sports featured in the Tokyo Olympic Games.
At the welcome reception in one of the city's convention facilities, visitors enjoyed Hachioji cuisine and Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo, a traditional form of puppet theater.
A tourist information booth and a souvenir stand were set up at the venue, selling local Hachioji goods and effectively promoting Hachioji to domestic and international visitors.
Related Facilities
- Esforta Arena Hachioji (Japanese Web site)
- Accommodations in Hachioji City

CASE STUDY
02
Familiarization Trip
Sightseeing at Mt. Takao
Located in Hachioji, Mt. Takao is a 599-meter-high mountain that can be easily climbed. In addition to its souvenir shops, there are many dining establishments where visitors can enjoy famous dishes like tororo (grated yam) soba noodles. Various museums, such as a museum of Takao flora and fauna and a trick art museum, are also located there.
Related Facilities
- Mt. Takao and nearby tororo soba noodle shops

CASE STUDY
03
International conference
International conference
This international conference was held at a hotel in Hachioji. The staff proposed various ideas for sharing Hachioji's unique atmosphere with conference visitors. For example, the team welcomed participants wearing traditional happi coats, and Hachioji geisha provided entertainment. Tokyo kokeshi (wooden dolls) dolls made in Hachioji were selected as souvenirs.
The organizers also allowed participants to see how artisans create kokeshi dolls, deepening their understanding of Hachioji's traditional craftsmanship.
Lit by the sunset, a stunning view of Mt. Fuji could be seen from the event's reception space, charming overseas participants.
Related Facilities
- Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji (Japanese Web site)
- Facilities within Hachioji City
Articles

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Main Facilities

Tokyo Tama Mirai Messe (Tokyo Metroporitan Tama Business Activation Center)
Address:3-19-2,Myojin-cho,Hachioji-shi
URL:https://www.tamaskc.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/english/
TEL:+81-42-697-0802

Esforta Arena Hachioji
Address:1453-1 Hazama-machi, Hachioji-shi
URL:http://hachioji.esforta.jp/english/
TEL:+81-42-662-4880 (Japanese)

Hachioji City Art & Cultural Hall (Icho Hall)
Address:24-1 Hon-cho, Hachioji-shi
URL:http://www.hachiojibunka.or.jp/ (Japanese)
TEL:+81-42-621-3001 (Japanese)

Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji
Address:14-1 Asahi-cho, Hachioji-shi
URL:http://keioplaza.co.jp/hachioji/ (Japanese)
TEL:+81-42-656-6730 (Japanese)

Hachioji College Community Center
Address:9-1 Asahi-cho, Hachioji-shi
URL:https://www.hachiojibunka.or.jp/gakuen/
TEL:+81-42-676-8511 (Japanese)

Inter-University Seminar House