Background and Purpose of Implementation Okayama City has characteristics and strengths such as excellent broad regional connectivity, low disaster risk, a rich natural environment, and a large pool of talent due to the presence of many vocational schools in the digital content field. This tour will allow companies considering establishing a regional base to experience the city's appeal through interaction with local vocational school students and a reception at Okayama Castle. Event Period August 28 (Fri) to August 29 (Sat), Reiwa 8 [2 days, 1 night] Itinerary Introduction to the city's appeal, location environment, and corporate attraction system by city officials Office tour of companies that have advanced into Okayama City Corporate networking event at the main keep of Okayama Castle Interaction event between participating companies and local vocational school students *Content is subject to change. Tour Overview Target Companies Digital content companies in metropolitan areas interested in or considering establishing a regional base (Digital content companies refer to companies that produce content utilizing digital technology such as anime, games, 3DCG, AR/VR, etc.) Number of Participating Companies 10 companies (Free for up to 2 people per company; additional participants will be self-funded) Participation Fee Transportation and accommodation costs will be borne by Okayama City *Transportation costs to Okayama City will be capped at the cost of travel between Tokyo and Okayama. Meal expenses will be self-funded. To Companies Considering Participation We are disseminating information on the merits and appeal of digital content companies advancing into Okayama City, as well as voices from vocational school instructors. Please click here to visit the CGWORLD homepage. Subsidy System for Digital Content Companies For information on Okayama City's subsidy system for digital content companies, please click here. Students Participating in the Exchange Event Students