Lean Japan Tour – April 2025 – Japan Industrial Study Tour
The April 2025 Lean Japan Tour is scheduled from Sunday 13th April to Saturday 19th April. The Japan industrial study tour program features kaizen and TPS seminars, practical lean training sessions, and factory tours. Participants will visit multiple companies, engage in shop-floor tours, and engage in discussions with senior leaders on topics related to lean manufacturing.
Location: Tokyo, Japan
For further details and to learn about past Japan industrial study tour programs see our Lean Japan Tour page.
Contact us to discuss participating or download the registration form to register now.
The April 2025 program is targeted at English-speaking professionals from across the globe.
The Lean Japan Tour, organized by Shinka Management, offers an immersive japan industrial study tour experience into the heart of lean manufacturing and management principles. The program includes visits to leading Japanese factories, where participants can observe the practical application of lean tools such as the Toyota Production System and Just-In-Time manufacturing. The tour provides unique opportunities to engage in discussions with senior management and industry experts, gaining insights into their lean journeys and challenges. Beyond the technical aspects, the program also includes cultural experiences, providing an understanding of Japan’s business environment and its influence on lean practices. Designed for professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of lean methodologies, the Lean Japan Tour is an opportunity for those looking to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence in their organizations.
Example Itinerary (subject to change)
Sunday: Arrive Tokyo
- Tokyo sightseeing / free time
- Program Orientation & Japanese Business Etiquette Seminar
- Welcome dinner
Monday: Site Visits & Training
- Travel to Aichi Prefecture
- Seminar | Lean Leadership in Japan
- Site Tour | Suzaki Industries | Toyota Supplier
- Seminar | Toyota Production System
- Group Dinner in Inuyama
Tuesday: Seminars & Practical Training
- Seminar | Toyota Production System Standard Work
- Hands-on Training | Kaizen Team Challenge
- Group Dinner | Traditional Japanese Restaurant
Wednesday: Site Visit & Practical Training
- Site Visit | Metal One Isuzu (Steel Service Center)
- Practical Training | Kanban Simulation
- Sightseeing at Inuyama Castle
Thursday: Site Visits
- Factory Tour | Toyota Final Assembly Plant
- Factory Tour | Precision tools manufacturer
Friday: Site Visit & Debriefing
- Site visit | Automotive Parts Supplier
- Toyota Commemorative Museum
- Final seminar and Tour Debrief Session
- Return to Tokyo
- Farewell Dinner in Shibuya
Saturday: Tokyo – Recovery and Sightseeing
- Tokyo Sightseeing | Asakusa and Ginza
- Departure
Discover more about our industrial study tour programs in Japan
The Lean Japan Tour, offered multiple times a year, is Shinka Management’s premier lean professional development program. While all tours follow a similar structure, the choice of factory visits and program content varies depending on the availability of host companies.
For further information about our Japan industrial study tours, see our Lean Tour page, or read through feedback from participants of previous Lean Japan Tours.
What our lean tour participants have said…
Dear Paul, Ben and Eri, We would just like to take a moment to thank you for such a wonderful tour. You exceeded all our expectations for a week long journey – from your very professional approach and even more personal service. The week was extremely insightful, and we could not stop talking about what…
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Had the pleasure to accompany Ben and clients on the 2007 Lean Japan Tour. I had worked with many Japanese, ASEAN, UK and US firms and as such have participated in benchmarking assignments and tours of their operations. Some involved attending and presenting at various strategy, productivity and quality management conferences. In that context, I…
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The Shinka lean study mission of Japan offers participants an opportunity to see what is possible in undertaking world class manufacturing. The insights that are possible on tours like this can really challenge what you think are the real key success factors for implementation and enhance the chance of success in your own journey.
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The Lean Japan Tour allowed me to understand in a practical and conceptual way the real essence of just-in-time and operational efficiency. The dedication of the team and their attention to detail have made this an unforgettable experience.
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The Lean Japan tour is an experience that has to be lived, because words are not enough to describe it. With excellent logistics and shared experiences, the Lean Japan Tour allowed us to experience the Toyota Production System beyond just the industrial realm. Thanks to the entire Shinka Management team for making this great experience…
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