Accelerating Japanese and Korean investments into infrastructure
The Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week returns to Seoul and Tokyo this June, bringing together the largest gathering of institutional investors in the region to discuss the opportunities for investing in the asset class.
Hear from Japan and Korea’s leading institutional investors and gatekeepers on their off-shore investment strategies and insights, and learn about infrastructure investing opportunities in North Asia.
All attendees become members of the Infrastructure Investor Network, enhancing your networking experience before, during, and after the event.
Join us to gain valuable insights into issues shaping the North Asian institutional investor landscape. Gain instant access to the most influential network of Japanese and Korean investors and global fund managers to expand your network and advance your fundraising.
Unparalleled networking
Gain access to 2,000+ investors and managers globally. Setup pre-event meetings and continue the conversation after the event with your Infrastructure Investor Network membership.
Hear from industry leaders
Gain valuable insight from Asia’s most experienced and successful infrastructure investment practitioners.
Advance your fundraising
Expand your fundraising horizons by meeting the most active Japanese and Korean institutional investors.
Hear from our inspirational keynote speaker
Gain valuable insight from Masatoshi Akimoto
Masatoshi Akimoto is the Member of the House of Representatives belonging to the Liberal Democratic Party (elected four times). He served as Parliamentary Secretary for Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. He is currently serving as Parliamentary Secretary for Foreign Affairs and is the Secretary General of the Diet Members Caucus for the Promotion and Expansion of Renewable Energy from November 2017 to present. He is working to promote and expand renewable energy as his life’s work. He is responsible for climate change at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Gain expert insight and analysis of the current state of Japan’s renewable market and state of energy investment.
Connect with global institutional investors
Explore the two forums
12-13 June
Join Korea’s most active infrastructure investment professionals at the Seoul Forum to build your network and advance your fundraising.
15-16 June
Debate the current state of the Japanese infrastructure market with leading Japanese investors to develop new investment strategies at the Tokyo Forum.
What our attendees say about the event
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastr…
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry…
Yusun Chung
Schroders Korea
The PEI infrastructure events were helpful in connecting various parties in the industry.
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastructure sector.
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry experts along with significant networking capabilities for attendees.
Now part of the Network
By securing your place at the Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week, you will instantly become part of the global network of infrastructure leaders shaping the asset class.
Network members have year-round access to a directory of investors, frequent meetings with industry leaders, and a place at all Infrastructure Investor conferences throughout the year, including:
Please note, annual agenda is subject to change.
Masatoshi Akimoto
Member of the House of Representatives, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, House of Representatives, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Serkan Bahceci
Head of Research, Arjun Infrastructure Partners
Cyril Cabanes
Managing Director, Infrastructure, Asia Pacific, CDPQ Singapore
Yuriy Humber
President, Yuri Group
Ross Israel
Head of Global Infrastructure, QIC
Takako Koizumi
Executive Director, Head of Investment Management Department, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments
Vincent Levita
Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer, Infravia Capital
Sam Lissner
Principal, Ridgewood Infrastructure
Kanna Mihara
Managing Director, Macquarie Capital
John Walker
Executive Chairman, Eastpoint Partners
Better connections with the Infrastructure Investor Network
Attendees all gain a 12-month membership to the Infrastructure Investor Network, a service designed to enhance your Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week networking experience. Members can connect with more than 2,000 investors and managers throughout the year, setup pre-meetings with those attending Japan Korea Week, meet in-person on the day, or pick up a conversation after the event.
Accelerate your fundraising
Find investors who match your investment strategies and set up meetings ahead of the event on our membership platform.
Expand your investor network in Asia
Showcase your profile ahead of the event and use our membership team to connect with the right decision makers.
Better connections
Access unique, critical insight exclusive to members throughout the year along with preferential rates to attend any event within the Infrastructure Investor portfolio.
Secure your next investor
Japan Korea Week attendees shape the industry
Your access to Japan Korea Week will provide more value than ever before, with year-round access to a directory of global infrastructure’s most influential network.
Stay connected with the global network
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastr…
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry…
Yusun Chung
Schroders Korea
The PEI infrastructure events were helpful in connecting various parties in the industry.
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastructure sector.
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry experts along with significant networking capabilities for attendees.
Japan Korea Week attendees get more
By attending the Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week, you will join infrastructure’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Access to Japan Korea Week
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more…
Pre-Event Resources
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Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Seoul Forum - Day 1 (All times in KST) - Monday 12th
Registration and Networking
Welcome and Opening remarks
Panel: Diversifying Infrastructure Investing Strategies [English]
- Decarbonisation and digitalization – will these two strategies continue to dominate?
- How can investors best diversify risk/return through specialisation?
- Investment opportunities in the new definition of Infrastructure: hydrogen supply chain, energy efficiency, battery. Where does one draw the line with PE? Should infrastructure be redefined?
Presentation
Coffee Break
Panel: Korea’s Energy Transition [Korean]
- Where is Korea in terms of its Energy transition?
- Where are the main opportunities for investment? Investing in offshore wind & biomass, battery storage etc.
- Are the opportunities investor ready for LPs? How do GPs view the Korean renewables sector?
Panel: Effectively working with Korean AMCs [Korean]
- Understanding the role of the Asset Management firm in Korea
- How do Asset Managers view the global infrastructure market and where do they see the best investment opportunities?
- How can international GPs effectively work with Korean AMCs?
Welcome Cocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Seoul Forum - Day 2 (All times in KST) - Tuesday 13th
Registration and Networking
Opening Remarks and Keynote Presentation [English]
Keynote Panel: Investing in Infrastructure as a recession proof strategy [English]
- Given rising interest rates and economic uncertainty how will investor returns likely evolve?
- What will infrastructure investors need to do differently to protect the strengths of this asset class?
- In an increasingly competitive market for assets, how do funds keep their competitive advantage and access the best deals?
Break
Panel: The evolution of energy transition investing strategies [English]
- How has the energy security crisis impacted on investment strategies and returns in the sector?
- Looking beyond conventional renewable assets – which areas hold the most exciting investing opportunities?
- Energy Transition as an ESG strategy
Presentation
Lunch and Networking
Panel: Investing in Infrastructure Debt [English]
- How have debt funds performed in the current inflationary environment?
- Does infra debt have a comparative advantage to equity in light of the current global economic and political volatility?
- How best to configure ESG into infra debt investing – what are the challenges with the current changing regulations?
Presentation
Panel: LPs views on the market [Korean]
- Are Korean LPs increasing their allocations in the asset class? How do they view infrastructure vs other private market asset classes?
- How have rising interest rates and the energy crisis impacted on LPs strategies?
- Considerations on FX premium and hedge practice in Korea
Cocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Tokyo Forum - Day 1 (All times in JST) - Thursday 15th
Korean and Japanese LP breakfast briefing
Registration and networking
PEI Opening remarks and Keynote Presentation [Japanese]
Keynote Panel: Infrastructure’s role in uncertain economic times [English]
- Given rising interest rates and economic uncertainty how will investor returns likely evolve?
- What will infrastructure investors need to do differently to protect the strengths of this asset class?
- In an increasingly competitive market for assets, how do funds keep their competitive advantage and access the best deals?
Break
Panel: The evolution of energy transition strategies [English]
- How has the energy security crisis impacted on investment strategies and returns in the sector?
- Looking beyond conventional renewable assets – which areas hold the most exciting investing opportunities?
- Energy Transition as an ESG strategy
Presentation
Lunch and Networking
Panel: Diversification in the investment portfolio [English]
- Decarbonisation and digitalization – will these two strategies continue to dominate?
- How can investors best diversify risk/return through specialisation?
- Investment opportunities in the new definition of Infrastructure: hydrogen supply chain, energy efficiency, battery. Where does one draw the line with PE? Should infrastructure be redefined?
Panel: The role of infrastructure debt in the portfolio [English]
- How have debt funds performed in the current inflationary environment?
- Does infra debt have a comparative advantage to equity in light of the current global economic and political volatility?
- How best to configure ESG into infra debt investing – what are the challenges with the current changing regulations?
Break
Panel: Investing in the infrastructure of the future, the role of technology in the asset class [English]
- What is infrastructure of the future and how do we define it?
- Is infratech an infrastructure play or is it best to play in the PE space or debt?
- How do we assess risk/return when taking on technology risk?
Panel: Understanding Japanese LPs appetite for the asset class [Japanese]
- How do LPs view infrastructure in comparison to other private market asset classes? Still at the head of the pack?
- How have rising interest rates and the energy crisis impacted on LPs strategies?
- Core/Core plus & Open/Close funds – which strategies are currently seen as preferential?
Cocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Tokyo Forum - Day 2 (All times in JST) - Friday 16th
Registration and networking
PEI Opening remarks and Keynote Presentation
Keynote Panel: International Investors’ take on Japan’s investment opportunity
- How do international GPs and investors evaluate the opportunities for investing in Japan. How much has the weakened yen catalysed interest?
- Does offshore wind and solar remain the principal interest? How easy is it to access renewable deals for foreign entities?
- Case study investment success stories
Break
Panel: The next frontier of infrastructure investing in Japan [Japanese]
- The hydrogen investing opportunity in Japan – understanding the current FIT framework
- What can the government do encourage more private capital into emerging sectors?
- Digitalisation and datacentres – are these markets in danger of becoming overheated in Japan?
Panel: Working with Japanese gatekeepers [Japanese]
- How have current macro-economic headwinds affected fund selection? A priority still for core?
- How do gatekeepers view ESG and sustainability themes when selecting a GP?
- The blurring definition of infrastructure – is this a concern for gatekeepers?
Lunch and Networking (followed by Close of Conference)
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
The Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week provides an unrivalled platform for institutional investors and allocators investing in infrastructure to gather.
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event. To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.
Institutional Investors at Japan Korea Week 2023
The forum is the largest meeting place for institutional and private investors, and other members of the infrastructure community in Asia.
Check out the benefits of joining the conference and who among your peers you will be joining. Apply for a complimentary pass for your or your team today.
What to expect?
Network with your peers
Enrich your network, build lasting relationships, and exchange valuable perspectives with your investor peers through investor-only breakfasts, networking breaks, lunches and much more.
Gain expert insights
Hear from our industry-leading speaker line-up, discover the latest trends and stay aligned with future innovations in the market.
Explore opportunities
Discover remarkable investment opportunities in sectors including emerging markets, energy transition, infrastructure debt and more.
Meet with the best and brightest funds
Connect and arrange one-to-one meetings with infrastructure’s biggest fund and asset managers in the market.
What to expect on the event day
300+
Attendees
75+
Speakers
100+
Institutional Investors
5+
Networking hours
Previous institutional investors that have attended include:
Network with Japan & Korea's most active investors
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.
日本や韓国のインフラ投資へ加速
第6回年次の「Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week」は6月12〜16日に東京とソウルに再上陸します。 日本や世界中の最も活発かつ影響力のある機関投資家を一堂に集めて、インフラ投資の機会や未来を再発見しましょう。
日本や韓国の大物機関投資家およびゲイトキーパーとグローバルインフラ市場の現状を協議し、新たな投資戦略を練り、資金調達範囲を拡大しましょう。
全ての参加者は「Infrastructure Investor Global Network」の一員になります。インフラ資産クラスを方向付ける実力者が名を連ねる世界的ネットワークのメンバーたちと交流して、イベント前後も様々のコンテンツを楽しめます。
Why Japan Korea Week?
唯一無二のネットワーキング
Gain access to 2,000+ global investors and managers. Setup meetings before, during and after the event with your membership.
業界のリーダーから聞く知見
Gain valuable insight from Asia’s most experienced and successful infrastructure investment practitioners.
資金調達を加速する
Expand your fundraising horizons by meeting the most active Japanese and Korean institutional investors.
グローバルな機関投資家に会う
Key themes shaping the conference include:
- Gain Japanese and Korean investors’ perspectives on infra vs other asset classes
- Global investors’ kaleidoscopic view in Japan and the global infra markets
- Dissect tips and know-how to work with Korean AMCs effectively
- Diversifying infrastructure strategies from decarbonisation to digitalisation, Japan and Korea’s evolving energy transition
- Dive into trending strategies, such as infra debt, renewables and more.
The PEI infrastructure events were helpful in connecting various parties in the industry.
Yusun Chung, Schroders
Event details
12-13 June
Fairmont Ambassador Seoul
Join Korea’s most active infrastructure investment professionals at the Seoul Forum to build your network and advance your fundraising.
15-16 June
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Debate the current state of the Japanese infrastructure market with leading Japanese investors to develop new investment strategies at the Tokyo Forum.
2022 Key highlights
Explore your event experience by downloading this post-event report:
- View our thought-leading speakers and investors
- Gain key insights from the conference
- And many more.
機関投資家向けの参加パス
Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week provides an unrivalled platform for institutional investors and allocators investing in infrastructure to gather.
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event. To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.