Free Online Seminar Real-World GSTC Certification: A Case Study from from GSTC-certified accommodation Country Inn Milky House

In this webinar, we will welcome Mr. Nishio from Country Inn Milky House, a GSTC-certified accommodation provider, as our guest speaker. Drawing on his firsthand experience, he will share the motivation behind pursuing certification, the process involved in achieving it, and the changes and benefits experienced after becoming certified.

This session is recommended not only for accommodation providers considering certification, but also for anyone interested in advancing sustainability initiatives within their organization.

We look forward to your participation.

Webinar Overview

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 14:00-15:10 JST (70 minutes)
Participation Fee: Free of charge
Format: Online (Microsoft Teams Webinar)
Organizer: Control Union Japan Co., Ltd.
Target Audience: Accommodation providers, tourism-related businesses and organizations, and anyone interested in sustainability certification or sustainable tourism
Guest Speaker: Mr. Nishio, Country Inn Milky House

• What is GSTC Certification?
• Overview of GSTC Certification for accommodation providers
• The certification process and key steps toward achieving certification

Part 2: Interview with a GSTC-Certified Accommodation Provider

We will be joined by Mr. Nishio from Country Inn Milky House, a GSTC-certified accommodation provider, for an interview-style discussion covering:

• What motivated the property to pursue GSTC certification
• Preparation efforts and challenges encountered during the certification process
• Examples of sustainability initiatives implemented at the property
• The benefits and organizational changes experienced after certification
• Advice and messages for accommodations considering GSTC certification

Part 3: Q&A Session

Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the speakers during an interactive Q&A session.