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Hiroshi Higashiyama

Hiroshi Higashiyama

Hiroshi “Higashi” Higashiyama, representative director of Universal Aviation Japan – Tokyo, has over 28 years of experience in the aviation industry in ground support and operations and is an expert on operating to Japan. Higashi's expertise has earned him numerous invitations to speak both domestically and internationally at major industry events and conferences such as the National Business Aviation Association Conference. Higashi, who is based in Tokyo, along with the staff of Universal Aviation Japan – Tokyo, provided around-the-clock services for business aviation clients and humanitarian flights operating into Japan following the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011. He is also a member of the Japanese Business Aviation Association and works closely with local government officials to help improve business aviation infrastructure, processes, and procedures throughout Japan.

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  • 31
    Mar

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Slots Requirements

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    3986
    While slots for popular airports in Japan are much easier to obtain today than 10-15 years ago, there are still ...
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  • Operating-to-Japan-Costs-Fees
    24
    Mar

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Understanding Costs & Fees

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    4091
    While handling costs and airport fees in Japan are higher compared to many other destinations, services are reliable, predictable, and ...
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  • 17
    Mar

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: CIQ

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 5 M minute read
    4280
    Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance options have improved over recent years in Japan with the expansion of general aviation ...
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  • Weapons and Game Transportation on Business Aircraft: Part 1 of 2 – Travel Options
    3
    Mar

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Additional Services & Security

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    3765
    Continuing from our last article on airport operations, in this article we’ll discuss additional ground services and airport procedures which ...
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  • 25
    Feb

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Airport Operations

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 5 M minute read
    4204
    Japan is a much easier and business aviation friendly operating environment today than in the past with quality of service ...
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  • Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Ground Handling
    18
    Feb

    Business Aircraft Ops to Japan: Ground Handling

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    3520
    For business aircraft operations to Japan, full services and ground handling are readily available throughout the country. Still, there are ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operations to Japan – Hotels, Local Area, and Culture
    22
    May

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operations to Japan – Hotels, Local Area, and Culture

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    2879
    Japan is a safe and secure country with a wide selection of accommodations and local transport options. Your ground handler ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operations to Japan – Flight Planning, Weather, and NOTAMs
    15
    May

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operations to Japan – Flight Planning, Weather, and NOTAMs

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    3626
    When flight planning to Japan, be aware of correct filing procedures, as well as limitations on flight plan revisions. Revisions ...
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    8
    May

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operations to Japan – PPRs and Permits

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    2844
    Operations permits are required for many private non-revenue and charter (non-scheduled commercial) flight scenarios to Japan. These permits are normally ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan– Navigating Airport Slots
    1
    May

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan– Navigating Airport Slots

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    3379
    For business aircraft operators, it’s generally not problematic to arrange and revise airport slots for Japan. When operating to the ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Fuel, Security, and Additional Services
    24
    Apr

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Fuel, Security, and Additional Services

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    2547
    For business aircraft operators traveling to Japan, fuel services and arrangements are very reliable and straightforward. To ensure a seamless ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine
    17
    Apr

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    3578
    Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) is an easy process assuming correct documentation is provided. For business aircraft operators traveling to ...
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  • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Ground Handling
    10
    Apr

    Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Operating to Japan – Ground Handling

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    3297
    For business aircraft operators, ground handling services in Japan are among the best in the world, and operations here are ...
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  • Tips on Flying to Japan - Airport Ops
    27
    Mar

    Tips on Flying to Japan – Airport Ops

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    4552
    General Aviation (GA) access to Japan is easier than it was just a few years ago – particularly with opening ...
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  • Japan Flight Permit Changes - Improvements for Business Aviation
    22
    Oct

    Japan Flight Permit Changes – Improvements for Business Aviation

    Archive
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 5 M minute read
    3694
    Japan is making changes to its general aviation processes that are largely seen as positive for the business aviation community ...
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  • RJAA vs. RJTT Airport in Tokyo, Japan
    21
    Mar

    Which Airport to Pick in Tokyo for Bizav Flights: Customs, Documentation and Services (Part 2 ...

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 3 M minute read
    2068
    This aviation blog post is the second part of a series on selecting airports in Tokyo for business aviation flights ...
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  • RJAA vs. RJTT Airport in Tokyo, Japan
    20
    Mar

    Which Airport to Pick in Tokyo for Bizav Flights: Overview of Options, Requirements and Costs ...

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    PT 4 M minute read
    2793
    This aviation blog post is the first part of a series on selecting airports in Tokyo for business aviation flights. ...
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