Call for Application: Promotion of Japanese Companies and Japanese Food/Products at the 2024 Japanese National Day Reception
2023/12/28
1. Purpose
The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines will hold the 2024 National Day Reception to celebrate the Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. In order to promote the attractiveness of Japan, we are welcoming companies and organizations that wish to promote their Japan-related products at the reception.
This reception is expected to be attended by approximately 1,000 guests, including dignitaries from the Philippine political, government, and business sectors, as well as cultural figures, the media, and members of the diplomatic corps.
2. Date and Venue
February 23, 2024 (Friday) 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., at Grand Hyatt Manila (BGC).
3. Application Guidelines
(1) Eligible applicants:
Japanese companies and other companies/organizations that wish to promote Japan-related products including food and drinks.
(2) Requirements:
(i) To be able to assign the necessary personnel for PR activities on the day of the reception
(ii) To be able to obtain the necessary permissions for PR activities (e.g. sanitary permits by the hotel) prior to the reception.
* Specific conditions will depend on the contents of the PR and will be provided individually after receiving the application.
(3) Application deadline:
January 19, 2024 (Friday)
(4) Submission of application:
Please fill out the form below.
◆Form
(5) Equipment provided at the booth:
One (1) table and two (2) chairs will be provided for each booth at the venue. Other necessary equipment and decorations should be provided by each company/organization.
(6) Examples of PR:
(i) Display or free distribution of products (no sales allowed)
(ii) Distribution of promotional materials (flyers, pamphlets, etc.)
(iii) Serving complimentary food and beverages (Heaters and simple cooking equipment can be used, but details should be discussed with the hotel. Please consult with the Embassy in advance if you plan to offer food and beverages.)
※ The forms of participation are not limited to those listed above, please contact the Embassy directly if you have other requests.
(7) Participation fee per PR booth (Please note that the fees are subject to change depending on the number of participating companies, arrangements with the venue, etc. Please refer to them as a guide for your reference.)
(i) For PR booths serving food or beverages: Free of charge
(ii) For PR booths not serving food and beverages: around 5,000 pesos
(iii) For PR booths that require more space (e.g., Vehicle Exhibits): around 15,000 pesos (* Negotiable depending on booth size, etc.)
In all cases from (i) to (iii), each organization will be responsible for all costs associated with PR, such as materials and labor costs.
(8) Selection criteria:
The Embassy will select the participating companies/organizations based on comprehensive consideration of consistency with the purpose of the reception, space and other limitations, and past results. In addition, please note that the Embassy will determine the placement of booths.
(9) Responsibility in Case of Accident:
The Embassy will not be liable for any accidents or damages that may occur in connection with PR activities. In the event of damage to the venue facilities during the PR activities, repairs or other expenses may be charged.
(10) Contact information:
For inquiries, please contact the persons in charge below:
Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
Economic Section: Tokiko Nishimura (Ms.) / Jumpei Tachikawa (Mr.)
Email: nikkeikigyo.phil@ma.mofa.go.jp
The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines will hold the 2024 National Day Reception to celebrate the Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. In order to promote the attractiveness of Japan, we are welcoming companies and organizations that wish to promote their Japan-related products at the reception.
This reception is expected to be attended by approximately 1,000 guests, including dignitaries from the Philippine political, government, and business sectors, as well as cultural figures, the media, and members of the diplomatic corps.
2. Date and Venue
February 23, 2024 (Friday) 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., at Grand Hyatt Manila (BGC).
3. Application Guidelines
(1) Eligible applicants:
Japanese companies and other companies/organizations that wish to promote Japan-related products including food and drinks.
(2) Requirements:
(i) To be able to assign the necessary personnel for PR activities on the day of the reception
(ii) To be able to obtain the necessary permissions for PR activities (e.g. sanitary permits by the hotel) prior to the reception.
* Specific conditions will depend on the contents of the PR and will be provided individually after receiving the application.
(3) Application deadline:
January 19, 2024 (Friday)
(4) Submission of application:
Please fill out the form below.
◆Form
(5) Equipment provided at the booth:
One (1) table and two (2) chairs will be provided for each booth at the venue. Other necessary equipment and decorations should be provided by each company/organization.
(6) Examples of PR:
(i) Display or free distribution of products (no sales allowed)
(ii) Distribution of promotional materials (flyers, pamphlets, etc.)
(iii) Serving complimentary food and beverages (Heaters and simple cooking equipment can be used, but details should be discussed with the hotel. Please consult with the Embassy in advance if you plan to offer food and beverages.)
※ The forms of participation are not limited to those listed above, please contact the Embassy directly if you have other requests.
(7) Participation fee per PR booth (Please note that the fees are subject to change depending on the number of participating companies, arrangements with the venue, etc. Please refer to them as a guide for your reference.)
(i) For PR booths serving food or beverages: Free of charge
(ii) For PR booths not serving food and beverages: around 5,000 pesos
(iii) For PR booths that require more space (e.g., Vehicle Exhibits): around 15,000 pesos (* Negotiable depending on booth size, etc.)
In all cases from (i) to (iii), each organization will be responsible for all costs associated with PR, such as materials and labor costs.
(8) Selection criteria:
The Embassy will select the participating companies/organizations based on comprehensive consideration of consistency with the purpose of the reception, space and other limitations, and past results. In addition, please note that the Embassy will determine the placement of booths.
(9) Responsibility in Case of Accident:
The Embassy will not be liable for any accidents or damages that may occur in connection with PR activities. In the event of damage to the venue facilities during the PR activities, repairs or other expenses may be charged.
(10) Contact information:
For inquiries, please contact the persons in charge below:
Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
Economic Section: Tokiko Nishimura (Ms.) / Jumpei Tachikawa (Mr.)
Email: nikkeikigyo.phil@ma.mofa.go.jp