OCVB Holds First Regular Press Conference for FY2026
The Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCVB) held its first regular press conference for FY2026 to foster mutual exchange and information sharing with media representatives. Discussions included visitor numbers, new features for the Okinawa Tourism Region Card, promotions for the 5th anniversary of the World Natural Heritage registration, Okinawa tourism PR in New York, and support for tourism businesses.
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The Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCVB) regularly holds press conferences to deepen mutual exchange and information sharing with media representatives, contributing to the promotion of Okinawa tourism and the smooth advancement of tourism policies.
We are pleased to report that the first regular press conference for FY2026 was held as outlined below.
Date: Thursday, April 30, Reiwa 8 (2026), 14:00-15:00
Venue: OCVB Reception Room, 2nd Floor, Okinawa Industrial Support Center
Content:
① Overview of Visitor Numbers [General Affairs and Planning Division]
② Addition of New Functions to the Okinawa Tourism Region Card [General Affairs and Planning Division]
③ Promotion for the 5th Anniversary of the World Natural Heritage Registration of "Amami-Oshima, Tokunoshima, Northern Part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island" [Domestic Promotion Division]
④ Okinawa Tourism PR in New York and the US Market [Overseas Promotion Division]
⑤ Call for Supporting Businesses for Expert Dispatch to Tourism Businesses [Acceptance Promotion Division]
⑥ Implementation of "Okinawa Tourism Outreach Lectures" [Acceptance Promotion Division]
⑦ Measures to Prevent Drowning Accidents [Acceptance Promotion Division]
⑧ Guidance on MICE Expert Advisor Dispatch [MICE Promotion Division]
Please check the OCVB corporate website for details.