The essence of travel is cultural exchange. Meeting new people and cultures expands your perspective and fosters empathy. Building friendships through travel creates connections that promote peace worldwide.
A society where travel brings joy to both travelers and locals, creating a sustainable travel culture.
Promoting the concept of "Touristship", we encourage travelers to be considerate, contribute to their destinations, and enjoy meaningful exchanges. We also strive to help locals enjoy interactions with travelers.
Article 31
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5. Restrictions on the transfer, amendment, termination, or disposal of a non-exclusive license are not effective against third parties unless registered.
6. Provisions of Article 73, paragraph 1 (co-ownership), Article 94, paragraph 2 (creation of a security interest), and Article 97, paragraph 3 (waiver) of the Patent Act apply mutatis mutandis to non-exclusive licenses.
Supporting Members (as of August 2026)
Representative Director
Tanaka Chieko
Born in Chiba. In 2019, while studying in the Faculty of Economics at Kyoto University, she founded a general incorporated association and assumed the role of Representative Director. After graduation, she concluded an exceptional professional contract as a social entrepreneur with DyDo DRINCO, Inc., and is currently under contract with WAO Corporation. In 2023, she was the only Japanese youth selected among the 9 global young leaders chosen by DTTT Company on International Youth Day. She is also the author of “Would You Like to Become a Traveler Loved by Destinations through ‘Touristship’?”
Haruta
Born in Hokkaido. She became involved in Touristship while studying at Kanagawa University. Based primarily in the Kanto region, she works with local governments, supports event operations, and conducts pre-trip classes for school trips.
Uesato
Born in Kyoto. She became involved in Touristship while studying at Kyoto Saga University of Arts. Based primarily in the Kansai region, she works across a wide range of areas, from planning to design.
Director
Name: Kakae Atsushi
Career: Graduated from Doshisha University Faculty of Letters. Spent approximately 10 years working in production management system development at Mitsubishi Jukogyo Co., Ltd. In 1994, he founded EXcorporation and became the President and CEO. He provides support in production management system development and engages in lecturing and writing activities.
Director
Name: Tanabe Koji
Career: Graduated from Kyoto University Faculty of Science. Worked at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). Honorary Professor at Tokyo Institute of Technology. Currently co-founder and Director of Intron Space Co., Ltd. and Representative Organizer of WAA (We Are Asian).
Director
Name: Ide Norifumi
Career: Graduated from the University of Tokyo. Served as Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency from 2012 to 2013. Later held positions such as President and CEO of Narita Airport Express Railway Co., Ltd.
Director
Name: Furuno Hiroki
Career: Graduated from Doshisha University. From 2014, served as an executive at JTB Headquarters, responsible for corporate business and promoting tourism strategy. From April 2020, served as President and CEO of JTB Communication Design Co., Ltd.
Director
Name: Namekata Kazumasa
Career: Joined HIS during its early years, serving as Managing Director from 2005. Currently, he is the Representative Director of Peace Travel Project Co., Ltd., which was established in 2019.
Director
Name: Sawanobori Tsugihiko
Career: Joined Recruit Co., Ltd. in 1993. After working in the Education and Public Relations Division, he was transferred to the Travel Division in 2002. Since 2007, he has served as the Director of the Jalan Research Center and Editor-in-Chief of Tōrimakashi.
Director
Name: Takai Noriko
Career: Graduated from Doshisha University Faculty of Law. After joining Mitsui and Co., Ltd., she went on to study international tourism at a graduate school in the UK. Since 2020, she has been serving as a Professor at Kanagawa University, Faculty of International Japanese Studies.
