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A series of fringe programme with numerous highlights such as special exhibitions, interactive workshops and knowledgeable seminars add extra value to the fair.

20 September (Fri)【Business Day】

Speakers

糸井嘉男

Guest speaker

Yoshio Itoi
Hanshin Tigers Special Ambassador/ Baseball commentator
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Host

DJ Ketchup
Sports DJ

This business forum will introduce how companies and veterinary clinics have succeeded in the rapidly changing pet industry in Japan, where the number of pets kept and the number of animals is declining. Each panelist will present a successful case study in as much detail as possible, and at the same time, provide hints as to what steps should be taken in the future.

Speakers

細井戸大成
Taisei Hosoido
Japanese Animal Hospital Association, Advisor /VR ENGINE, Chairman
シルエット
Takehiro Inukai
Smac Corporation, President
シルエット
Hiroki Gomi
GEX Corporation, President
シルエット
Yuichi Nabatame
Pet Service Group, Chairman
越村義雄

Host

Yoshio Koshimura
Japan Pet Food Association, Chairman /Human & Pet Happiness Creating Association, Chairman

This section provides an overview of the law, including the purpose of the "Law Concerning Safety Assurance of Feed for Cancer Animals (Pet Food Safety Law)," the pet foods and businesses subject to the law, and the rules for labeling.

Speaker

シルエット
Misaki Sugahara
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)

We will discuss the Animal Protection and Control Law and its changes to date, what sellers and pet owners should observe, the current situation and issues surrounding pets, and topics of interest in animal protection and control administration, including data.

Speaker

シルエット
Riichiro Tatsuta
Ministry of the Environment Government of Japan

Japan's birthrate is declining at an alarming rate, and the country's population is aging faster than any other industrialized nation. The panelists, who are active in a variety of fields, will talk specifically about what the Japanese pet industry should aim for and what it should do to revitalize the industry as it enters an era of declining population and the number of pets kept.

Speakers

北尾貴史
Takashi Kitao
Doubutsu medical center, Director
平尾泰久
Yasuhisa Hirao
PEPPY HAPPY PLACE TAMATSUKURI, Director
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Hiromitsu Kodama
Japan Pet Food Association, Chairman
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Yosuke Yamamoto
Japan Pet Products Manufacturers Association, Chairman
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Host

Yoshio Koshimura
Japan Pet Food Association, Chairman /Human & Pet Happiness Creating Association, Chairman

For those who are interested in joining Interpets 2025 as a exhibitor. * Speech will be made in Japanese.

21 September (Sat)

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Let's make Halloween chokers!

This workshop is an easy way to make Halloween accessories for your pet. No scissors or needles are used, so anyone can participate safely. Make cute accessories by hand and enjoy Halloween with your pet!

This is a paid seminar. (Registration opens on 17 August). ¥800

※Please note that you cannot participate with a 1pm or 3pm admission ticket.

Instructor

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Chitose Kunioka
chikata・Luludoll.c, Designer

Speakers

米地若菜

Guest

Wakana Yoneji
Nara Animal Referral Clinic, Vice-president
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Kazuyoshi Tokumoto
Harmony, Director, Veterinarian / Japan Pet Food Association

Veterinary Nurses for Companion Animals, who are close to pet owners when living with animals, provide information on daily care methods and observation points for early detection of diseases, as well as puppy training and exercise methods for seniors. I will teach you!!

Speakers

中村陽子
Yoko Nakamura
Veterinary Nurses for Companion Animals・The University of Tennessee CCRP / PetCareHomeHUZUR, President / Japanese Veterinary Nursing Association, Vice-Chairman
中村昌子
Masako Nakamura
Veterinary Nurses for Companion Animals / Mana animal hospital

Living with a dog comes with many problems. Food, illness, training, choosing a veterinary hospital... Let's discuss the key points of living a rich life with a dog with special ambassador Ayaka Nishiwaki.

Speakers

西脇さん

Guest

Sayaka Nishiwaki
Singer
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Kazuyoshi Tokumoto
Harmony, Director, Veterinarian / Japan Pet Food Association

We will provide an easy-to-understand explanation of the AIM protein, which cleans up various garbage in the body and treats various diseases, and will discuss the latest status regarding the development of AIM drugs for cats.

Speaker

宮崎先生
Toru Miyazaki
The Institute for AIM Medicine, Director

22 September (Sun)

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The images are for reference only. *There are several types of materials such as ribbons and parts, which are assorted and cannot be chosen. Please understand.

Let's make Halloween chokers!

This workshop is an easy way to make Halloween accessories for your pet. No scissors or needles are used, so anyone can participate safely. Make cute accessories by hand and enjoy Halloween with your pet!

This is a paid seminar. (Registration opens on 17 August). ¥800

※Please note that you cannot participate with a 1pm or 3pm admission ticket.

Instructor

kunioka
Chitose Kunioka
chikata・Luludoll.c, Designer

Speakers

須崎さんリサイズ
Dai Suzaki
DOGSHIP, Director / Human dog trainer
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Guest

Yoshihiko Takahashi
Former professional baseball player / Baseball commentator

I think about saying goodbye to my pet, which I am sure will come someday. I would like you to use this as an opportunity to view the unavoidable sad moments in relation to the time that will follow, and to think about what kind of mindset it is important to have as a pet owner.

Speakers

濱野
Sayoko Hamano
Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University, Professor
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Shoten Meguro
Koyasan Henjousonin templ, Deputy chief priest
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The Pet Food Association awards certificates to long-lived pets and their families in recognition of their long and healthy lives, and for the many years of support they have given to the pets and their families.

Speakers

ケチャップさんリサイズ

MC

DJ Ketchup
Sports DJ

This is a popular annual seminar where you can enjoy learning how to live a wonderful life with your cat. Dr Tokumoto, a well-known veterinarian at INTERPET, will talk about what you wanted to know and what you didn't know in an easy-to-understand way according to the theme.

Speakers

庄野舞

Guest

Mai Shono
Nekohana , CEO  Veterinarian
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Kazuyoshi Tokumoto
Harmony, Director, Veterinarian / Japan Pet Food Association