If you need an entry visa to Japan, please apply at your closest Japanese Embassy or Consulate well ahead of the workshop. You can find more information about entry visa at; http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html
Weather
In Japan, it is rather cold in January. The temperature varies from 2 to 10 degrees in Atami area. We suggest you to bring warm sweater and coat.
Internet
Internet access is very limited in the hotel. There will be wireless LAN spot in the lobby, but No Wireless LAN will be available in the conference room nor in guest rooms.