Envisioning forward-looking,
unparalleled urban spaces

To respond to the diverse challenges facing cities, the institute conducts research from multiple perspectives on urban development and management—such as area management, urban development systems, green initiatives, MICE, culture and creative industries, and child-rearing environments. The findings are shared through lectures, publications, and other forms of public outreach.

Since its establishment in 2008, the institute has identified key policy issues based on its flagship research programs, including the Global Power City Index (GPCI) and the Japan Power Cities (JPC). The institute also conducts analyses at the central city and metropolitan levels, as well as research on future strategies for global cities such as Tokyo. It also serves as a policy think tank, conducting commissioned research for both the public and private sectors.