Osaka Awaits!

As we gear up for our first historic Global Convention in Asia, we want to help you make the most of your experience in Japan. This guide contains everything you’ll need to know to plan for the 2024 IGLTA Global Convention | Osaka, including some key cultural insights. Understanding local customs and etiquette will ensure a respectful and enriching journey.

 Dress Code The dress code for the convention is business casual, including this year’s opening and closing night events. Voyage has a futuristic theme this year. View our style guide and be creative, dress to impress!

Weather The average temperature in Osaka in October for a typical day ranges from a high of 70°F (21°C) to a low of 55°F (13°C). We highly recommend you review the weather forecast for Osaka before you arrive.

Spouse/Partner/Guests  Please note, that spouses/partners/guests are not eligible to attend educational sessions, lunches, or other on-site programming at the host hotel. However, they may attend the opening and closing receptions. 

Name Badges Delegates are required to display their name badges for entry to all events, including lunches, educational sessions, and evening receptions. Badges must be carried at all times.

JAPAN RAIL PASS Let’s travel around Japan by JR trains! This is a convenient and reasonable way to travel around Japan. View FAQs

WiFi and Connectivity Japan's major international airports provide free Wi-Fi within their terminals to allow you to connect as soon as you set foot in the airport buildings.

Rent a Pocket Wi-Fi router in Japan! Check out this article

Plugs & Electricity Japan typically uses Type-A plugs, which have two straight prongs. This design is very similar to a standard U.S. two-prong plug. Please consider packing a universal travel adaptor, a device that allows you to plug any electrical appliance into a foreign electrical socket.

Tipping practices in Japan differ significantly from many other countries. It's not common to tip for services provided in bars, cafes, restaurants, taxis, and even hotels. However, there is a custom in Japan of giving a gratuity, called "kokorozuke", which means coming from the heart.

Tags: Global Convention in Asia, Japan, IGLTA