The Lean Japan Tour was brilliant. It was full of activities, insights and learning. In addition, the organization and the schedule were perfect.
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I’d rate 100% for this trip. It fulfilled or even exceeded my expectations. Reasonable arrangement of class, practice and plant visits; and high quality service for everything during the trip.
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The team at Shinka have done a sensational job of providing an in-depth tour with lots to learn about the Toyota Production System and lean manufacturing. The tour was carefully planned, and we got the most out of our time in Japan.
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I am deeply grateful to Shinka Management, and to Paul, Eri and Ichi, for an outstanding Lean Japan Tour experience. Their expertise and hospitality made the journey both educational and enjoyable. The insights gained from visiting world-class lean organizations were invaluable, and the dedication of the Shinka team to ensuring we absorbed practical knowledge was evident throughout. This experience has greatly enriched my understanding of lean principles and how they can be applied to drive continuous improvement. Thank you for organising such an exceptional tour and for your unwavering support throughout the journey.
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Shinka Management’s service here was truly exceptional. The staff were attentive, friendly, and made sure that every detail of our experience was perfect. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction, and it was truly appreciated. Their hospitality was warm and welcoming, making us feel like valued guests.
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I recently had the opportunity to participate in the Lean Japan Tour by Shinka Management, and it was an exceptional experience. The tour is meticulously designed for a concise 7-day itinerary, providing deep and practical insights into Lean Manufacturing. The blend of informative sessions and real-world observations made the learning process both engaging and highly valuable. The team at Shinka Management is incredibly knowledgeable and adept at translating complex concepts into actionable strategies. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to enhance their understanding of Lean principles and see them in action. A truly worthwhile investment for professional growth!
The program is a combination of theory and practical training. I would recommend this training to anyone who is practicing or related to Lean Manufacturing. No blah blah blah!!! in the entire tour. Thank you very much Mr. Paul, Ms. Eri and Mr. Ichi. I would love to attend this training once again.
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The Lean Japan Tour was one of the best quality training programs that I’ve attended. The information is provided in a good learning environment and the hands on activities along with in-plant tours to see the lean concepts in action helped reinforce the concepts. There is so much I learned on this trip that I can begin using once back in the office.
The trip accommodations were wonderful and the meals with team members helped build lasting relationships. Paul, Eri and Ichi were wonderful guides and understood all the concepts which they translated for us. This helped very much with asking questions later as they could continue the discussions surrounding lean manufacturing and the Japanese implementation of those concepts. Kaji-sensei was very knowledgeable and I enjoyed learning from him during the classroom and activities portion.
I am already planning to return to Japan with Shinka Management for the Alumni tour. Thank you so much for all I’ve learned and experienced!
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An outstanding experience. The opportunity to learn and build knowledge with experts in the principles of lean management was first class. The Japan context simply makes all the difference in putting that learning into context and allowed me to get “under the hood” of how it is really applied in practice through a variety of hosted site visits. The Shinka team are just amazing and I have met some great people from all over the world by joining this tour. What are you waiting for?
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It has been a very successful tour with a very friendly and supportive team. All the training materials, factory visits and accommodation have been very well organised. Transport was on time and food has been so amazing. The exposure to the lean tools and techniques and their applications are so practical and I learnt a lot. My heartfelt appreciation and a BIG THANK YOU to Paul and the team.
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The tour shows how industries in Japan do continuous improvement in their respective companies. I think that such concepts could also be applied in other industries as well when applied correctly within its own framework. The tour also showcases some aspects of Japanese culture which I appreciate a lot as it provides insight into the continuous improvement mental models in Japan. The tour also includes guest lecturers with experience in transforming companies, and who actually changed my perspective on why we do KAIZEN. I would actually recommend the leaders of companies to attend such tours and bring such mindset and behavior into their respective industries.
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