Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center
The Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center is a modern waterfront conference facility located on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Surrounded by the Seto Inland Sea and lush greenery, the venue provides an inspiring environment for international scientific meetings, workshops, and symposia.
Location
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Access: A chartered shuttle bus will be arranged for participants traveling from Kobe to the Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center (departing Kobe on Dec.14 10:00 AM)
Other Accesses:
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Approx. 60 minutes by bus from Shin-Kobe Station
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Approx. 90 minutes from Osaka (Umeda area)
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15 minutes by car from the Awaji Interchange (Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway)
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The conference center is part of the larger Awaji Yumebutai complex, which also includes the luxury resort hotel Grand Nikko Awaji and beautifully designed gardens.
Facilities
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Main conference hall (large plenary capacity)
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Medium-sized seminar rooms
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Breakout meeting rooms
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Poster session areas
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High-speed internet access
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On-site catering services
The venue is well suited for international conferences with parallel sessions, poster presentations, and hybrid participation formats.
Architectural Highlights
The Awaji Yumebutai complex was designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, known for his minimalist concrete architecture and harmonious integration with nature. The site includes the iconic terraced garden “Hyakudan-en” (100-Step Garden), offering scenic views of Osaka Bay.
Accommodation
Participants can stay at the adjacent Grand Nikko Awaji, directly connected to the conference center.
