Background and Aims of Congress
The IUSS International Soil Classification Congress (ISCC) began in 2001 (Hungary), followed by 2004 (Russia), 2008 (Chile), 2012 (USA), 2016 (South Africa), and 2022 (Mexico). At these international congress, we have discussed the current status and problems of soil classification, observing the soil profile of agricultural, uncultivated land and urban soils.
The 7th ISCC will be held in Hokkaido, which is a representative agricultural area in Japan, and attractive as the place of pre-tour, 2day’s meeting and 3day’s excursion. We would like to discuss the various types of Andosols, dynamic soil genesis of Andosols, toposequence of soils, such as Histosols, Fluvisols, and Andosols, and impact of agriculture on soil profiles and their soil classification.
The 7th ISCC is the official conference of Commission 1.4 (Soil Classification) of the IUSS. The official classification systems of the IUSS are the World Reference Base (WRB) and USDA Soil Taxonomy. The contributions on national soil classification systems are invited and welcome. The 7th ISCC will be held in Asia for the first time, we hope you can enjoy “soil diversity” and “Omotenashi-mind” in Hokkaido, Japan. We look forward to your participation.
General Information
- Official congress language
- English
- How to reach Hokkaido
- About 1.5 hour by air from both Narita and Haneda International Airports(Tokyo) to Shin-Chitose International Airport (CTS) or Obihiro Airport.
- Venue
- Tokachi Plaza
west 4, south 13, Obihiro City, Hokkaido
Dates and Fees
Important Dates
- Mid-December, 2023
- Registration opening
The maximum number of participants is 45 people.In case of overbooking, the criteria for selection of participants will be as follows:- Group 1: Tour organizers and IUSS (past) officers related to WRB and Soil Taxonomy.
- Group 2: PhD and Master students: 9 places (20% of the total).
- Group 3: People who made a significant and major contribution to soil classification.
- Group 4: Active members of the academic staff of a university or of a governmental scientific organization.
- Group 5: All others, including retired scientists.
- January 31, 2024
- Notification of registration (tentative)
- April 5, 2024
- Extended registration deadline for Plan C only
- April 8, 2024
- Abstract submission deadline
- June 3-9, 2024
- Pre-tour, Meeting and Excursion
Congress fee and type of participation
| Plan-A | Plan-B | Plan-C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before and on Jan. 19 (Fri), 23:59 [JST] | Regular: JPY 210,000 (USD 1,400) Student: JPY 150,000 (USD 1,000) |
Regular: JPY 195,000 (USD 1,300) Student: JPY 135,000 (USD 900) |
JPY 5,000 |
| On and after Jan. 20 (Sat), 00:00 [JST] | Regular: JPY 225,000 (USD 1,500) Student: JPY 165,000 (USD 1,100) |
Regular: JPY 210,000 (USD 1,400) Student: JPY 150,000 (USD 1,000) |
JPY 6,000 |
| Contents | Pre-tour, Meeting and Excursion | Meeting and Excursion | Meeting |
| Pre-tour | Lake Shikotsu Crusing | NA | NA |
| Accommodation | 7 days and 6 nights | 6 days and 5 nights | On your own |
| Breakfast | 6 times | 5 times | NA |
| Lunch (Lunch box) | 5 times | 5 times | 2 times |
| Dinner (including 1 Banquet) |
3 times | 3 times | NA |
| Bus | 4 days | 3 days | NA |
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Reception
| Plan-A | Plan-B | Plan-C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date and Time | June 3rd (Mon) 11:00 |
June 4th (Tue) 8:30 |
June 4th (Tue) 8:30 |
| Place | Shin-Chitose International Airport |
Tokachi Plaza (come directly to Venue) |
Tokachi Plaza (come directly to Venue) |
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Visa
Please obtain Visa on your own.
If you require additional materials such as invitation letter, please contact 7th_iscc@pedology.jp
Please refer to the following website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan for the latest information.
- 1) Border measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID19)
https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page4e_001053.html - 2) Information for foreign nationals about visas, including the application procedures and other related FAQs
https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html
Change / Cancellation / Refund Policy
- Changes and cancellation are available through My Page until January 19 (Fri)
[For those selected through lottery]
- In the case of change or cancellation after the payment please contact 7th ISCC Registration Desk by e-mail(iscc2024_secretariat@ech.co.jp)
- The date and time of the change and cancellation will be based on the working hours (Mon – Fri 10:00-17:00 [JST = UTC+9] except national holidays).After working hours, cancellation will be made on the next working day, which may incur charges.
- Refunds will be made during or after the 7th ISCC upon deducting credit card service charges, and the cancellation penalties.
- If a refund occurs, refund will be made to the same credit card.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy for Plan-A and Plan-B
| Date of Cancellation | Cancellation Charge |
|---|---|
| Until 21 days prior to Plan start date | No charge |
| 20-8 days prior to Plan start date | 20% of the fee |
| 7-2 days prior to Plan start date | 30% of the fee |
| One day prior to Plan start date | 40% of the fee |
| On the day of Plan start date | 50% of the fee |
| After the day of Plan start date | 100% of the fee (No refund) |
Cancellation Policy for Plan-C
| Cancellation Charge |
|---|
| 100% of the fee (No refund) |
- Any correspondence received after business hours (10:00 am to 17:00 pm Japan Time) will be processed on the next business day.
- The difference caused by changes or cancellations will be refunded in accordance with the cancellation policy.
- The cancellation of a hotel only for Plan-A and Plan-B is not available.