Executive Development Mission (next edition)
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The EDM aims to bring leaders to the next level of lean thinking by showing the role of culture awareness. Guests will understand the pure principles of Kaizen directly from Genba observations at Toyota and other Japanese organizations.
Join us for the next edition of the Japan EDM: Dates coming soon!
Have an immersive experience in the birthplace of Lean. With Special Advisor, Hiro Yoshiki.
Characteristics
- Learning led by consultants with practical Toyota Motors backgrounds
- Interactive seminars and hands-on kaizen training
- Real case examples that connect concepts to practice
- Genba walks to observe operations where work truly happens
- Small guided groups (around 20 participants) to support meaningful discussion
- Daily reflection and facilitated group learning
Objectives
- Understand the background, structure, and intent of the Toyota Production System
- Work together to analyze and address real challenges brought by participants
- Experience world-class manufacturing environments and observe leading operational practices
- Explore Japanese culture and the historical roots that shaped Toyota’s management system
- Build strong connections and shared learning with fellow participants
And more…
- Spend a day in the dojo immersed in lean simulations and open dialogue with former Toyota leaders
- Visit foundational sites to see the origins of lean and understand concepts that can only be appreciated in person
- Be guided throughout the week by experienced professionals trained within the Toyota system
Typical Schedule
| Day | Time | Program |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Arrive in Nagoya International Airport Check-in Hotel |
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| Sunday | Kick-off Event | |
| Monday | AM/PM | TPS Workshop Training by veteran Toyota trainers |
| Monday | Group Dinner | |
| Tuesday | AM | Company Visit |
| Tuesday | PM | Company Visit |
| Wednesday | AM | Seminar by Lean Thought Leader |
| Wednesday | PM | Company Visit |
| Thursday | AM | Company Visit |
| Thursday | PM | Company Visit Move to Osaka or Tokyo by bullet train Dinner on train |
| Friday | AM | Company Visit |
| Friday | PM | Seminar, Wrap up |
| Saturday | Check-out hotel Departure from Airport |
<*> The schedule is subject to change in events such as natural disasters, company shut down or by hosting site request. Although these types of changes rarely happen, in case they do, Honsha will handle necessary arrangements and keep you informed.
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