Local capital, global opportunities
The PERE Network’s Tokyo Forum will take place on 5 June 2025. Join us to better understand Japanese investor needs so you can pivot your strategies and become more agile in the regional market.
Expand your network, gain actionable insight, and escalate your fundraising potential by connecting with global real estate’s most active private real estate investors and managers.
Determine the future direction of outbound capital flows.
Buy your PERE Network membership and join us at the Tokyo Forum.
Whitepaper: A growing wave of capital: Japanese & South Korean institutional investor appetite for global real estate
Access our latest comprehensive report which dives into the profound impact that Japanese and South Korean investment has had on the global real estate landscape over the past decade. Gain insights into the growing wave of capital arising from the region so you can strengthen your strategic position.
PERE Seoul Forum
The PERE Seoul Forum will take place on 29 September where you can connect with Korean investors and global managers.
Expand your network, gain actionable insight, and escalate your fundraising potential by understanding how Korea’s most active private real estate investors are looking to allocate capital.
Learn how you can attend both the Seoul Forum and Tokyo Forum here.
Why attend Tokyo Forum?
Boost your fundraising
Discover Japanese investor needs and align your investment strategies with their allocation appetite.
Gain strategic insight
Understand how to strategically position your portfolio to appeal to Japanese investors, learn from peers how to tailor to pitch to regional investors.
Better connections
Set up pre-event meetings and continue the conversation after the Forum with your membership to PERE Network. Gain access to 1,400+ investors and managers globally, regular monthly insights and online meetings with fellow industry leaders.
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
Complimentary investor passes are limited to foundations, endowments, trusts, insurance companies, single family offices, sovereign wealth funds and pension funds who are actively making fund commitments and do not engage in third-party fundraising activities or collect fees for advisory/consulting services.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will follow up with you to secure your pass.
2025 Speakers
PERE Tokyo Forum brings together C-level executives and industry thought-leaders to speak about the latest macroeconomic trends and insight impacting your strategies and plans in the region. Download the 2025 agenda to learn about the hottest topics we will discuss at the Forum.
Please contact Rida Shaikh for a discussion on key topics and speaking opportunities at the PERE Tokyo Forum 2025.

Akihiro Konishi
Chief Investment Officer, Federation of National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Associations

Yoshitaka Todoroki
Managing Director, Private Market Investment Department, Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF)

Kota Yasumura
Senior Director, Private Sector Investment Finance Division1, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
Thought leadership, branding and networking opportunities
Be part of thought-provoking discussions with leading institutional investors, fund and asset managers, developers, advisers, and strategic partners. Sponsorship gives you:
- VIP access
- Thought-leadership opportunities
- High-profile branding
- And much more …
For exclusive sponsorship packages for 2025, contact Charlotte Hung, our Global Business Development Manager of Real Estate at charlotte.h@pei.group.
2025 sponsors
Pre-Event Resources
Connect, invest and succeed
Value that extends beyond the event
PERE Tokyo Forum attendees access unparalleled advantages that extend far beyond the scope of the event day. With the PERE Network membership, forum attendees expand their network, build lasting relationships and discover opportunities year-round through a personalized service plan that fits their needs.
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
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 PERE Network portfolio.
The Network’s dedicated membership team will ensure your experience at the Tokyo Forum is first class with personalized introductions and timely roundtable discussions.
Connect with top LPs, build lasting relationships and discuss opportunities that will help take your firm to the next level with the PERE Network.
Unlock your fundraising potential at the forum and beyond with the PERE Network.
Unlock your firm’s potential at the Forum and beyond when you join the PERE Network.
Better connections with the PERE Network
Purchase 12 month membership to attend the Tokyo Forum, and enjoy exclusive access to:
- Our network directory of 1,400+ leading investors and fund managers for you to connect with
- Preferential rates to attend other PERE events in UK, America, Singapore and Seoul
- Invite-only peer groups, monthly webinars and knowledge hubs for deeper insights
Our network makes decisions that shape markets
We are a professional membership offering exclusive access to investors, a wide range of resources, thought leadership and more. The Network provides members with essential information on market trends, compliance topics, regulatory insights, useful tools, online and in-person events and a comprehensive resource library. Members have access to behind-the-scenes, closed-door conversations among a community of peers who share their knowledge and expertise within our trusted Network.
Tokyo Forum attendees get more
By attending the Tokyo Forum you will join real estate’s most influential global community, PERE Network. Membership will give you access to:
- PERE Connect – our new tailored networking service
- Content and insights to drive better decisions
- Access to the investor directory
- And much more …
Talk to our team to find out how the Forum and the PERE Network membership can help grow your firm.
PERE Global Events
Join our events globally to gain access to in-depth content, insights, and in-person networking opportunities with institutional investors. Contact our team to learn more.
Institutional Investors at PERE Tokyo Forum 2025
Complimentary passes are available for allocators and institutional investors to join the PERE Network’s Tokyo Forum.
Complimentary investor passes are limited to foundations, endowments, trusts, insurance companies, single family offices, sovereign wealth funds and pension funds who are actively making fund commitments and do not engage in third-party fundraising activities or collect fees for advisory/consulting services.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will follow up with you to secure your pass.
Whitepaper: A growing wave of capital: Japanese & South Korean institutional investor appetite for global real estate
Access our latest comprehensive report which dives into the profound impact that Japanese and South Korean investment has had on the global real estate landscape over the past decade. Gain insights into the growing wave of capital arising from the region so you can strengthen your strategic position.
Investors at PERE Tokyo Forum
The forum is the largest meeting place for institutional and private investors, and other members of the real estate community in Japan.
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.
Meet the biggest global funds
Network and arrange one-to-one meetings with the biggest and leading real estate managers before, during and after the event.
Network with your peers
Connect with your peers and understand their strategies and allocation approach to real estate.
Get the latest insights
Discuss the opportunities and challenges your peers are facing in the market.
Explore opportunities
Find investment opportunities across traditional and emerging sectors.
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
Complimentary investor passes are limited to foundations, endowments, trusts, insurance companies, single family offices, sovereign wealth funds and pension funds who are actively making fund commitments and do not engage in third-party fundraising activities or collect fees for advisory/consulting services.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will follow up with you to secure your pass.
ローカル資本、グローバルな機会
2025年6月5日に開催される「PERE Tokyo Forum」で、日本の投資家のニーズを理解しましょう。
グローバルに活躍する不動産投資家、投資運用会社と交流することで、ネットワークを広げ、実用的な知見を獲得し、資金調達の可能性を広げましょう。
アウトバウンドや国内資本の流れ、将来の方向性を見極めましょう。
資金調達力の強化
日本の投資家ニーズを把握し、投資戦略を投資家のアロケーション意欲と一致させます。
戦略的洞察の獲得
2025年以降に投資家が注目するであろう主要セクターと戦略を理解しましょう。
より深い交流する場
PEREネットワークの会員になり、イベント前のミーティングを設定し、フォーラム終了後も会話を継続しましょう。1,400人以上の世界中の投資家や運用会社と交流し、月例市場洞察を毎月受け取り、業界リーダーとのオンラインミーティングに参加できます。
「PERE Tokyo Forum」でもっと素晴らしい交流を
参加者は全員、「PERE Tokyo Forum」のネットワーキング体験をさらに充実させるために作成されたプラットフォーム、「PERE Network」の12ヶ月会員権を取得します。
会員は、年間を通じて1,400人以上の投資家や運用会社と交流し、フォーラム参加者との事前ミーティングを設定したり、当日に直接会ったり、 フォーラム後に会話を再開したりすることができます。
機関投資家向け無料参加パスを申し込む
限定数となりますが、本イベントでは、アロケーターや機関投資家を対象とした無料な参加パスのご用意があります。
投資家向け参加パスは、財団、基金、保険会社、シングルファミリーオフィス、政府系ファンド、積極的に出資を行う年金基金に限定され、第三者による資金調達活動を行わず、助言やコンサルティングサービスに対する手数料を徴収していないことが条件となります。
お申し込みいただいた方には、弊社担当者よりパスの確保についてご連絡差し上げます。
View the 2025 agenda
Download the 2025 agenda to see the trends shaping Japanese investors’ allocation strategies and markets across the region.
Have a topic that think would fit on the 2025 agenda? Contact Rida Shaikh today.
Agenda
PERE Tokyo Forum - Pre-conference - Wednesday 11th
PERE Women’s Network Tea (open to women only, RSVP required)
Get a headstart on your networking with this delicious opportunity to connect with women of the industry. Expand your network and compare your portfolios over some tea and scones. Make some friends before the conference kickstarts tomorrow!

Agenda
PERE Tokyo Forum - Main conference - Thursday 12th
Registration & Networking Coffee
Investor Breakfast Briefing (open to institutional investor only, by invitation only)
Join the institutional investors for a closed door, off-the-record discussion that will empower your investment decisions. Gain valuable insights into the latest market trends, find out what your peers are investing in, and discover co-investment opportunities.

Welcome & Opening Remarks

View from the Commentary Box – PERE Editor shares
Reflecting on 2024, the big ideas shaping real estate, and how the asset class is evolving

Keynote speech: Demographics are Destiny - The Attractiveness of Alternative Real Estate Sectors
Al Rabil, CEO of Kayne Anderson and co-founder and CEO of Kayne Anderson Real Estate, will discuss economic policy, the state of the commercial real estate market, and the role of changing demographics and their effects on alternative asset classes. Mr. Rabil will also share his outlook on the opportunity set ahead for alternative asset classes across equity and debt vehicles.

Presentation: Transatlantic CRE valuation and opportunities

Keynote panel: Private real estate today: a market for hitting allocations
- How managers are helping institutional investors to take advantage of today’s market conditions
- How investors can get access to distressed deals in global markets
- What to understand about today’s costs of capital
Investor panel: Why now is the time to move on real estate
- Where investors are most under-allocated and in which sectors
- The global trends influencing the allocation strategies of investors
- Falling knives: how investors are spotting and avoiding them
- The denominator effect: how extreme it is right now


Junichi Yonezawa
Head of Alternative Investments, Norinchukin Zenkyoren Asset Management Co., Ltd
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Presentation: Understanding investor sentiment with PERE Global Investor 100 ranking

Networking Lunch
Fireside Chat: The big picture – A CIO’s perspective on the impact of interest rates and global economic shifts on asset allocation
Keynote Speech: Key objectives of GPIF’s private market investment and our expectation in real estate market
Yoshitaka Todoroki, Managing Director, Private Market Investment Department, Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF), will discuss GPIF’s strategic approach to private market investments and provide insights into their outlook on the real estate sector. Mr. Todoroki will highlight GPIF’s goals of achieving stable returns and effective risk management through diversified private market allocations, addressing opportunities and challenges in building a resilient investment portfolio.

Yoshitaka Todoroki
Managing Director, Private Market Investment Department, Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF)
Read bioEurope Fund Manager Panel: How resilient is the European real estate market in withstanding the current geo-political climate?
• Now that the European Central Bank has made its first interest rate cut, will fundraising and transaction activity in Europe will pick up?
• How far have prices corrected in Europe and how far is left to go?
• What do you consider to be the biggest risk or challenge the industry will face in 2025?






Coffee and Networking
Keynote Presentation: From Tokyo to Tampa – Analysing cross-border real estate allocation by global sovereign wealth funds and pension giants
Diego Lopez is a world-renowned expert on Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs), having consulted for the World Bank and UN, helping establish and reformulate numerous SWFs globally. Prior to founding Global SWF, he spent 5 years growing PwC’s SWF practice as Director and COO.
Mr. Lopez will discuss how real estate allocation of SWFs and pension funds from around the world compare with one another, and how these insights that can inform the investment strategies of institutional investors in the audience.

Panel: Will the golden era for credit continue when interest rates start to drop?
• Is now still a good time to be a lender?
• Whilst rates will inevitably come down, they are unlikely to drop to pre-covid levels; Will this change how lenders and borrowers work together on deals?
• Will ongoing bank constraints enable alternative lenders to enhance and maintain market share?
• What role will the CMBS market play in a recovery?

Akihiro Konishi
Chief Investment Officer, Federation of National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Associations
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Coffee & Networking
Panel: Japan's economic reawakening and its real estate investment opportunities





Panel: Rise of Asia-Pacific - Where are the opportunities?
- What are the emerging trends in Asian real estate?
- Which are 2025’s hottest markets and sectors to invest in?
- How can Asian fund managers be a better partner to Japanese institutional investors?
Fireside Chat: Returns with a purpose- Investing in emerging markets
- How can investors diversify their portfolios by investing in emerging markets
- Which emerging markets can offer the most rewarding investment opportunities?
- What should first-time investors know about niche real estate markets?
- What moral obligation does every big investor have in managing their capital pools?
Closing remarks and Networking Cocktails
Our leading advisory board in 2024
Interested in speaking at PERE Tokyo Forum? Please contact Rida Shaikh today.

Akihisa Hoshino
Associate General Manager, Alternative Funds Investment Department, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank

Atsuko Iino
Head of Alternative Investment, Asset Management Department, National Pension Fund Association

Kazunari Yaguchi
Senior Executive Officer and Head of Real Estate Investment Department, Japan Post Bank
Get ready to connect with the most influential players in real estate
Access to the Tokyo Forum
Event access and 12-month Network membership –
US$4,045
Early bird pricing ends 7 March
Group Rate:
Purchase 3 or more passes in one transaction to unlock our group discount. Contact: luca.g@pei.group
Benefits include:
- All-access pass to the forum
- Full access to the PERE Network membership for a year
- Insights from + expert speakers
- Network with investors, fund managers and developers
- Access to exclusive networking events
- Matchmaking and networking platform
Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional and private investors.
Limited to foundations, endowments, trusts, insurance companies, single family offices, sovereign wealth funds and pension funds.
Benefits include:
- All-access pass to the forum
- Full access to the PERE Network membership
- Insights from + expert speakers
- Network with investors, fund managers and developers
- Access to exclusive networking events
- Matchmaking and networking platform
View the 2025 agenda
Download the 2025 agenda to see the trends shaping Japanese investors’ allocation strategies and markets across the region.
Have a topic that think would fit on the 2025 agenda? Contact Rida Shaikh today.
Agenda
Main Conference - Thursday 5th
Registration and Networking Coffee
Investor Breakfast Briefing (open to institutional investors only, by invitation)
Join the institutional investors for a closed door, off-the-record discussion that will empower your investment decisions. Gain valuable insights into the latest market trends, find out what your peers are investing in, and discover co-investment opportunities.
Sponsored by Catella
Welcome and Opening Remarks

View from the Commentary Box – PERE Editor reflects on H1’25 and where we’re headed from here
Reflecting on the first half of the year, figuring out where we are in the investment cycle, and where the real estate industry is headed from here.

Keynote Speech: Inside GPIF’s Medium-Term Plan and the role of real estate in GPIF’s multi-asset portfolio strategy in 2025 and beyond
Yoshitaka Todoroki will deliver an exclusive unveiling of GPIF’s new Medium-Term Plan, offering insight into how real estate fits into the pension fund’s multi-asset portfolio strategy for 2025 and beyond. Hear from Japan’s largest investor on achieving long-term returns while navigating market volatility.

Yoshitaka Todoroki
Managing Director, Private Market Investment Department, Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF)
Read bioC-suite panel: The next big bet – What the next cycle means for real estate
With markets at a turning point, are we past the bottom of the cycle, or is more turbulence ahead? How are leaders assessing geopolitical risks, interest rate uncertainty, and structural shifts in global capital flows? This panel brings together C-suite leaders from the world’s largest real estate funds to discuss where they see the most exciting opportunities in real estate, what’s keeping them up at night, and how they’re positioning their portfolios for long-term success.




Coffee Break
Keynote Fireside chat: Beyond the US – Exploring differentiated and diversified real estate opportunities
As investors look beyond the US, select international real estate markets present compelling opportunities for diversification and risk adjusted returns. This keynote will explore key market dynamics, sector-specific trends, and the forces driving investment flows. Mr. Allen will examine where capital is being deployed, which asset classes are proving most resilient, and how investors can strategically position themselves to benefit from the opportunities arising. With insights into both debt and equity strategies, this session will provide a roadmap for navigating real estate investment opportunities in key markets outside the US.

Panel: Cross-border capital flows – Targeting growth and returns in Trump’s America
The U.S. real estate market offers both opportunities and complexities for global investors with Trump’s second term in office. This panel examines how cross-border capital is engaging with key sectors, managing risks from fluctuating interest rates, inflation, and tariffs, and positioning for long-term growth and returns.

Networking Lunch
Investor panel: Go big or go home – Where Japanese investors are doubling down – and pulling out
With currency fluctuations and a historically cautious approach to real estate, Japanese institutional investors face a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Many remain under-allocated to real estate, but with global markets evolving, will they increase exposure? How are they navigating the yen’s volatility and assessing overseas opportunities amid high hedging costs? This panel unpacks the strategies Japan’s leading investors are using to deploy capital, manage risk, and find value in a rapidly shifting investment landscape.
Panel: The future of real estate debt: Adapting strategies to higher interest rates & volatility
Fluctuating interest rates are creating new opportunities for real estate debt funds and institutional investors. This panel examines how fund managers are strategically deploying capital to capitalize on market shifts while mitigating key risks such as credit quality, refinancing pressures, and liquidity constraints. Gain insights into how debt funds are structuring deals, pricing risk, and delivering competitive, risk-adjusted returns in an increasingly dynamic and competitive global landscape.
Panel: Cross-border capital flows – Finding a footing in Europe’s recovery
Europe is still heavily impacted with geopolitical uncertainty after last year’s turbulent elections and the region is still reeling from the macroeconomic headwinds that caused a higher cost of capital. However, real estate markets are bottoming out and green shoots of growth are now visible across select markets. Panelists will share insights into the strategies and approaches they expect will yield the best results amid the region’s recovery.
Coffee Break
Panel: The evolution of Japanese real estate – From urban redevelopment to revival of hospitality
Japan’s real estate market is evolving quickly, with urban redevelopment, logistics, and hospitality sectors leading the way. This panel uncovers the drivers of growth, from local policies to shifting demographics, the impact of low interest rates and a volatile currency, and explores how investors can unlock value in a dynamic market.
Presentation: Global real estate trends as seen by PERE– Exclusive insight into PERE’s data
Backed by PERE’s proprietary data, this session unveils the key trends shaping global real estate investment. Our Research & Analytics team will provide data-driven insights into capital flows, sector performance, and emerging opportunities, offering investors a unique perspective on the forces shaping the market.

Closing remarks, followed by Networking Cocktails
Agenda
PERE Women’s Network Tea - Friday 6th
PERE Women’s Network Tea – Real Assets Edition (open to women only, RSVP required)
A delicious opportunity to connect with women of real estate and infrastructure. Expand your network and compare your portfolios over some tea and scones.
2025 Speakers
PERE Tokyo Forum brings together C-level executives and industry thought-leaders to speak about the latest macroeconomic trends and insight impacting your strategies and plans in the region. Download the 2025 agenda to learn about the hottest topics we will discuss at the Forum.
Please contact Rida Shaikh for a discussion on key topics and speaking opportunities at the PERE Tokyo Forum 2025.

Tomokazu Hanya
Managing Director and Deputy Head of Real Estate Headquarters, Orix Real Estate Corporation

Jun Mizuno
Chief Portfolio Manager, Investment Strategy Dept., Head of Alternative and Fund Investment Management Team, Nippon Wealth Life Insurance Company

Yoshikazu Murase
Senior Manager of Alternative Investment Department and Real Estate Investment Office, Japan Post Insurance
