Asia TO Development Program (2025 / Gamagori & Chiba)

On the occasion of the following international events held in Japan,
– Asia Triathlon Cup Gamagori (2026 Asian Games Test Event)
– Asia Triathlon Para Championships and Para Cup Chiba City
the Triathlon Japan is pleased to invite certified International Technical Officials (TOs) from Asia to participate in the Asia TO Development Program.

This program aims to support the development of TOs by giving them opportunities to experience venue preparations, scheduling, risk management, and observe competition operations. These experiences will contribute to enhancing their knowledge and capacity for competitions held in their own countries.

Since its inception in 2022, the program has allowed TOs to gain insights through direct participation in competition operations in Japan. The suggestions and ideas shared among TOs during the program have contributed to improving competition operations in Japan as well.

We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity. If you are interested, please refer to the details below and submit your application by Thursday, July 31.
Eligibility
1. World Triathlon certified TOs with Level 1 (L1) or Level 2 (L2) qualification
2. Able to attend either of the following schedules:
 2.1. For Gamagori: Arrive in Japan on Wednesday, September 17 and depart on Monday, September 22 (5 nights, 6 days)
 2.2. For Chiba: Arrive in Japan on Thursday, October 9 and depart on Tuesday, October 14 (5 nights, 6 days)
3. Able to submit a report after completing the on-site training
Participation Costs
1. Round-trip airfare to Japan, domestic transportation, and hotel accommodation:
 - 65% covered by Triathlon Japan
 - 35% to be borne by the NF or the individual participant
2. Meals during stay:
 - 100% to be covered by the NF or the participant
3. Approximate domestic transportation costs:

For Gamagori Venue:
 - From Chubu Centrair International Airport to JR Gamagori (round trip): approx. JPY 4,000 (1.5 hrs one way)
 - From Tokyo Station to JR Gamagori via Shinkansen (round trip): approx. JPY 18,000 (2.5 hrs one way)

For Chiba Venue:
 - From Narita Airport (NRT) to JR Inage Kaigan (round trip): approx. JPY 2,000 (1 hr one way)
 - From Haneda Airport (HND) to JR Inage Kaigan (round trip): approx. JPY 2,400 (1.5 hrs one way)

Selection Criteria
In case of a large number of applicants, selection will be based on geographical and gender balance.

Application Method
1) Apply for Asia Triathlon Cup Gamagori:
https://forms.gle/kChxViRvttZzXMHW8
2) Apply for Asia Triathlon Para Championships and Para Cup Chiba City:
https://forms.gle/nq3Zng43Wvt4sG3f9

Schedule
1. Application Deadline: July 31
2. Result Notification: August 10
3. Hotel Reservation (by participants): August 10–August 31
 Email: sports_triathlon@jtb.com
4. Visa collection at Japanese embassy/consulate: August 10–August 31
5. Arrival in Japan: September 17 (Gamagori) / October 9 (Chiba)
Visa
Please check with the site of MOFA Japan below if you need to obtain an entry visa to Japan.
Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay):
https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/short/novisa.html

In case you need a visa, please refer to the website of the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate for application requirements.
Japanese Embassies and Consulates:
https://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 and send it to:
event@jtu.or.jp

Visa Questionnaire (MS Word)
Visa Questionnaire (PDF)
Contact (Accommodation & Transportation)
JTB Co., Ltd.
Sports Marketing Division
Shinjuku Mitsui Bldg. 54F
2-1-1 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0454, Japan
Email: sports_triathlon@jtb.com
Persons in charge: Mr. Sato & Mr. Muto