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Dates - February 22–27, 2026
Key Locations - Nagoya, Osaka, Kyoto
Fee - $10,000 USD
Who Should Attend - Executive & senior leaders committed to continuous improvement
Inclusions - Accommodation, in-country transport, most meals, facilitation & translation.
Site Visits Experience leading Japanese organisations where Lean comes to life, with guided insights you can apply back home.
Leadership Conversations Learn directly from Japanese leaders and facilitators who reveal the “why” behind Lean practices through stories and dialogue.
Shared Reflection Join peer discussions and daily debriefs that turn insights into meaningful leadership actions.
Hosted by: AME Australia
Expert Insights: Former Toyota executives — Darril Wilburn (USA), Barry McCarthy (AUS), Hiroyoshi Yoshiki (JAP)
Peer Cohort: Shared learning and reflection with like-minded leaders
Comprehensive Journey: Pre-trip orientation, in-country immersion, and post-trip reflection tools
Limited places - secure your spot early.
Payment - 50% deposit on confirmation; balance due 3 months before departure.
Cancellations - less than 3 months out: 25% fee; within 3 months: 50% fee (remaining funds may be credited to a future AME trip).
Program - subject to change based on availability and group size.
Travel - participants arrange their own flights, insurance, documents, and personal expenses.
Conduct - respectful, professional engagement with hosts and peers is expected.