e FIDI CO N F E RE N C E OSAKA, JAPAN: A ONCE-INA-LIFETIME CONFERENCE The FIDI Conference 2020 takes place in Osaka, Japan, giving delegates the opportunity to see some exceptional sights while they are visiting. FIDIs Marketing and Communications Manager Magali Horbert gives the lowdown on how to make the most of your time in one of the Far Easts most beautiful cities M ost of us have Japan high up on our bucket list of places to visit once in our lifetime. With our next conference taking place in Osaka in 2020, FIDI opens the doors of this captivating destination to you: join us in the discovery of the many fascinating features in and around this beautiful city. OSAKA CYCLING TOUR MAGALI HORBERT, FIDI MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER For the more intrepid and athletically inclined, cycling through Osaka allows you to cover a lot of distance in a short time. Starting in the old alleyways of Fukushima, the half-day Osaka bike tour first visits the gardens of Nakanoshima. You will then ride along the Sakuranomiya and the Japan Mint, a 560-metre riverside line. Sakuranomiya (which means Sakura Temple), is located in between the ever-busy urban districts of Kyobashi and Tenma the perfect setting to get a glimpse of the last of the famous cherry blossoms of the season. Next, step into Osakas past with a stop at the citys most famous landmark, Osaka Castle. Returning via beautiful Utsubo Park in Osakas hipster enclave of Nishiku, the three-hour bike tour is 90 per cent on the flat and can be completed by anyone who knows how to ride a bike. QUIRKY OSAKA TOUR One thing that hits you immediately upon arrival in Osaka is the mix of traditional and modern woven into the craziness of the city centre. Join us on a half-day walking tour through quirky Osaka to discover the many faces of this vibrant city. First, you will visit Shitenno-ji temple, which was Cherry blossoms at Osaka Castle. The castle was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who ruled Japan in the latter half of the 16th century One thing that hits you immediately upon arrival in Osaka is the mix of traditional and modern woven into the craziness of the city centre WW W. F I D I. O R G FF294 DecJan20 pp50-53 Conference.indd 51 51 20/11/2019 13:23