Asia TO Development Program (2024/Miyazaki)

On the occasion of the World Triathlon Cup Miyazaki scheduled for Nov. 9-10, 2024, the Japan Triathlon Union will organize the TO Development Program for the Asian Triathlon Family. The Program will invite certified international TOs to not only experience the preparations of the event venue, scheduling and risk management but also observe the actual operations on the day of the event; it is intended to boost the technical officials (TOs) to the next level.

The 2023 Asia TO Development Program also took place at the event venue of World Triathlon Cup Miyazaki. The TOs experienced Japanese event operations through participating in competition operations, and they took home and utilized the knowledge they gained. Furthermore, through information exchange and discussion, we received suggestions from the participating TOs on how to improve certain aspects of competition operation. Thanks to such suggestions, we are already working toward making improvements.

We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity. If you are interested in participating, please check the details below and apply by Oct 3 (Thu).

1. World Triathlon (TRI) international TOs with L1 or L2 certification
2. Those who can adhere to the schedule to arrive in Japan on Nov. 6 (Wed) and depart on Nov. 11 (Mon), 2024 (6 days and 5 nights).
3. Those who can submit a written report after the completion of the on-site training program.

1. Round-trip airfare to Japan, transportation fee within Japan and accommodation fee.
(Basically, the JTU will cover 65% of the total; the NF or the individual will pay 35%)
*Travel bookings must be made via the designated travel agency.
2. Meals during stay: 100% to be covered by the NF or the participant him/herself
3. Approximate cost:
3-1）Haneda International Airport to Miyazaki Airport (roundtrip 60,000 JPY)
　3-2）Miyazaki Airport to Event Venue (roundtrip 10,000 JPY)

For selection, geographical and gender balance will be considered in case the applicants exceed the quota.　　　　　

Please fill out the designated form by Oct 3
URL:https://forms.gle/cY8A4ppCxeg33z9W6

1. Country
2. Name of the person in charge
3. Contact E-mail address

1. Name in full
2. Gender
3. World Triathlon TO certificate (L1, L2, L3)
4. World Triathlon TO ID
5. Contact E-mail address

1. Application deadline : Oct 3
2. Result notification : Oct 6
3. Information gathering on arrival in Japan (fight): Oct 7~14
4. Receive visa at the local embassy: Oct 7~14
5. Arrival date: Nov 6

Please check the Japanese MOFA website below if you need to obtain an entry visa to Japan.
*Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay):
http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/short/novisa.html

In case you need to obtain a visa, please visit the website of the nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate about the requirements for visa application.
*Websites of Japanese Embassies, Consulates and Permanent Missions:
http://www.mofa.go.jp/about/emb_cons/mofaserv.html

If you need a set of supporting documents for your visa application, please download the Visa Questionnaire Form and send it to our coordinator (Mr. Mike Kitatsugi) after filling it out.

Visa Questionnaire (MSword)
https://www.jtu.or.jp/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Visa-Questionnaire-for-WT-Cup.doc

Visa Questionnaire (PDF)
https://www.jtu.or.jp/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Visa-Questionnaire-for-WT-Cup.pdf

For inquiries, please contact
Nippon Travel Agency (official travel agency of the event)
E-mail: miyazaki_tri2024@nta.co.jp
Person in charge: Kayo Kawamura (MS) Daiki Kawachi (MR)
Coordinator: Mike Kitatsugi (Nippon Travel Agency Business Solutions)
Direct email:mike.kitatsugi@gmail.com
Business Hours: 9:30-17:30 (Closed on Sat, Sun & Public holidays)