Researchers, academics, tourism professionals and industry practitioners are invited to participate in the International Conference on Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism (ICHLST 2027), scheduled to take place in Tokyo, Japan, on 22–23 July 2027. Organized by the World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology (WASET), the conference will provide an international platform for presenting new research, exchanging ideas and discussing emerging developments in tourism, hospitality, leisure and sport studies.
ICHLST 2027 aims to bring together scholars and professionals from a wide range of disciplines related to tourism management, hospitality operations, leisure studies, recreation, sport sciences and destination development. The conference is designed to encourage interdisciplinary dialogue and foster collaboration between academia, industry and policymakers.
According to the organizers, the scientific program will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including hospitality management, tourism planning and policy, sport tourism, leisure and recreation, destination marketing, sustainable tourism development, event management, MICE tourism, hotel and restaurant management, tourism economics, visitor behavior and emerging technologies in tourism. Discussions will also address issues such as green tourism, medical tourism, shopping tourism, sports management, service quality and innovation in hospitality and tourism services.
The conference will feature paper presentations, technical sessions and academic discussions that enable participants to share research findings and practical experiences. Organizers emphasize that the event provides opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange and the development of international research partnerships.
Tokyo, one of the world’s leading global cities, offers a unique setting for the conference. Renowned for its advanced infrastructure, vibrant tourism industry, sporting culture and hospitality sector, the Japanese capital provides an ideal environment for exploring contemporary challenges and opportunities facing tourism destinations worldwide. The city’s experience in hosting major international events and its reputation for innovation are expected to enrich conference discussions.
The conference welcomes submissions from researchers, educators, graduate students, consultants and industry practitioners. Accepted papers will be presented during the event and included in the conference proceedings, contributing to ongoing international discussions on tourism, hospitality, leisure and sport management.
As global tourism continues to evolve in response to technological innovation, sustainability challenges and changing traveler expectations, ICHLST 2027 is expected to provide an important forum for identifying future trends and advancing research that supports the sustainable development of tourism and hospitality industries.
Conference at a Glance
Event: International Conference on Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism (ICHLST 2027)
Dates: 22–23 July 2027
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Organizer: World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology (WASET)
Participants: Academics, researchers, tourism professionals, hospitality practitioners and policymakers
Main Topics: Hospitality management, tourism development, sport tourism, leisure studies, destination marketing, sustainability, MICE, event management and emerging tourism technologies.
