IVP provides a basis for the gathering of professionals from both Japan and overseas in Tokyo so as to build networks and international projects for the future. Throughout the duration of TIF professionals from around the world will gather together. This will provide the opportunity for a large scale discussion and exchange of ideas within an international setting. This year TIF expects guests from Asia, Europe and The Middle East to be putting forward ideas for discussion.

	IVP Next Generation Meeting vol.2 in Tokyo.
	Performing arts professionals such as festival directors, dramaturges, and administrators from around the world will meet in Tokyo to discuss ways in which to continue building networks and construct international projects ten and twenty years from now. They will be discussing common problems and designing new projects for the next generation. [English interpretation available throughout]
	IVP Special Presentation : Asia / Middle East (2hours for each region)
	This year IVP has focused on the two regions of Asia and the Middle East. As leaders in their field, IVP guests will be presenting their activities and regions. This provides a unique opportunity for the general audience to hear first hand about arts projects, festivals and theaters hitherto unknown in Japan. [Interpretation for each language available throughout]
	Japanese Performing Arts Lecture
	A bilingual lecture about the Japanese performing arts, their histories and origins, and contemporary dance and theater. A rare opportunity to rediscover Japan's performing arts and view historically invaluable visual materials. [English interpretation available throughout]