Dear APacCHRIE Members and Our Global Community,
It is with great excitement that I welcome you to APacCHRIE 2026, hosted by Ritsumeikan University, to be held in Osaka, Japan, from May 28 to 31, 2026.
APacCHRIE conferences remind us why we do , what we do: to learn, to share, and to grow together.
This is where we reconnect with longtime colleagues, discover unexpected collab orators over coffee, and meet new friends during the Welcome Reception or at the Closin g Dinner.
Osaka and its neighboring cities, Kyoto and Kobe, are where tradition and modernity meet in harmony. Walk through timeless streets, savor renowned local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture that makes this region so unforgettable.
We sin cerely invite APacCHRIE members and fellow scholars and professionals across the world to join us for this inspiring gathering. We look forward to meeting you, learning with you, and shaping the future of to urism and hospitality together.
We look forward to s see ing you at APacCHRIE 2026 Conference in Osaka.
Kyungsoo Han
President, APacCHRIE(2025-2025)
