The September 2025 Shinka Management Lean Japan Tour is scheduled from Sunday, 31st August to Saturday, 6th September. This immersive lean study mission features lean manufacturing and Toyota Production System seminars, hands-on kaizen training, factory visits with insights from senior leaders, and a range of Japanese cultural activities.
Hosted by Shinka Management, the Lean Japan Tour provides an exceptional opportunity for participants to embark on an in-depth journey into the heart of lean management, learning directly from its origins in Japan.
This immersive lean study mission is designed for professionals seeking to gain a profound understanding of lean principles and practices, as well as the cultural context that underpins them. Participants will have the rare chance to engage directly with industry experts who bring decades of experience in implementing and sustaining lean strategies.
The tour includes exclusive visits to prominent and globally recognized factories, where participants can observe lean methodologies in action and witness the impact of continuous improvement (kaizen) on operational excellence. Through hands-on training sessions, participants will not only learn about the Toyota Production System but also apply these principles in a practical setting, gaining valuable skills to bring back to their organizations.
The program is further enriched by thought-provoking seminars and in-depth discussions with senior leaders from the host companies. These sessions provide participants with a unique opportunity to gain strategic insights into effective lean implementation, overcome common challenges, and learn best practices from those who have successfully embedded lean culture into their organizations. This comprehensive approach ensures participants leave with actionable knowledge and a renewed perspective on how to drive improvement and innovation within their own teams.
