Japan: Lean, Kaizen & Quality Culture
Learn Lean where it was born: the Toyota Production System, Kaizen, TPM and the quality culture behind Japanese manufacturing.
At a glance
Day by day
- Day 1Arrival in Tokyo
Airport pick-up · welcome briefing
- Day 2Lean foundations
Workshop: TPS principles · visit to a technology centre
- Day 3Travel to Nagoya
Shinkansen · industry museum visit
- Day 4Gemba visit
Plant tour: flow, Kanban and Andon · debrief
- Day 5Kaizen and TPM
Visit to a Kaizen company · group dinner
- Day 6Free day
Explore at your own pace
- Day 7Action plan and return
Lean roadmap · certificates · airport transfer
Example only: the final program, visits and dates are agreed with you and confirmed by each host.
Themes
- Toyota Production System
- Kaizen and gemba
- TPM and monozukuri
- Robotics and Industry 4.0
Typical visits
- An automotive or component plant practising TPS
- A museum or centre on Japanese industry and technology
- A small manufacturer known for Kaizen
- A robotics or automation showroom
What participants take home
- See flow, pull, standard work and visual management on a real gemba
- Learn how leaders coach daily Kaizen
- Build a Lean roadmap for your organization
How it works
- 1. PlanWe agree the learning goals, the group and the sites to visit.
- 2. TravelAirport-to-airport arrangements, invitation letters and visa guidance.
- 3. LearnWorkshops led by our facilitator before and between visits.
- 4. VisitGuided visits to leading companies, public bodies and innovation centres.
- 5. ApplyTeam action plan, certificate and follow-up after the trip.
Included
- Technical facilitator with the group throughout
- Airport-to-airport ground transport
- Site visits and best-practice briefings
- Pre-trip workshop and daily debriefs
- One group dinner
- A free day to explore the city
- Certificate of participation
- Accommodation – included in the package or arranged separately
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See programsFrequently asked questions
How long is a Training Journey?
Most international journeys run 5–7 days including travel; programs inside Egypt run 3–6 days. We tailor the length to your goals and budget.
What is the group size?
Usually 10 to 25 participants, so every visit stays interactive. Larger delegations are split into groups.
Can you help with visas?
Yes. We provide invitation letters and visa guidance. Visa fees and processing times depend on each participant's nationality.
Are the visits confirmed in advance?
Visits are requested on behalf of your group and confirmed by each host organization before travel; the final program is shared with you in writing.
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Plan this journey for your team
Send us your group size, goals and preferred dates.