International Protocol & Global Etiquette Programme for Elite Executives

Executive Presence Begins with Refined Demeanor

The International Protocol and Etiquette Academy of Japan - ICPA

Welcome to Japan’s Premier Institution for International Protocol and Etiquette Education

At ICPA, we empower high-calibre executive leaders in the global arena—including politicians, diplomats, government officials, embassy personnel, corporate executives, and international professionals—to master the art of refined international protocol and etiquette.

We are equally dedicated to cultivating world-class instructors, contributing to meaningful globalisation by developing individuals who serve as cultural bridges across nations.

Executive Presence Begins with refined demeanor

Global Etiquette and international protocol are not merely imitated—they are understood, internalised, and applied with intention.

ICPA provides executives with the knowledge and cultural intelligence behind refined behaviour, enabling confident and dignified conduct across international settings. When knowledge becomes empathy, and empathy builds trust, true executive presence is born.

– This is the philosophy of ICPA.

Academic Foundations

ICPA's programmes are grounded in scholarly research and educational theory, providing depth beyond surface-level manners.

Logical Understanding

ICPA teaches the “why” behind the behaviour, enabling individuals to act with confidence, consistency, and cultural sensitivity.

Cross-cultural Empathy

Through intercultural learning, ICPA fosters respectful connections across diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

Become a Certified International Protocol Specialist

Japan's Premier Internationally Accredited International Protocol and Global Etiquette School

The International Protocol and Etiquette Academy of Japan – ICPA is Japan’s only internationally accredited institution dedicated to cultivating true global leaders through refined training in protocol, international etiquette, and cross-cultural intelligence.

Certified By The International Protocol Accreditation Association

International Accreditation as Japan's Representative from the World VIP Protocol Association

Our Mission

ICPA empowers individuals through accredited education in international protocol, etiquette, and diplomacy.We inspire and cultivate professionals to embody presence with dignity and to build alliances across cultures, enabling them to lead with cultural intelligence, empathy, and refined professionalism.

Our Vision

We envision a world where cultural elegance and mutual respect transcend borders, a world in which individuals with presence and integrity connect societies, creating lasting alliances for harmony and prosperity.

Our Values

Our values are embedded in our name::

I – Inspire: Inspiring people to awaken their dignity and vision
C – Cultivate: Cultivating cultural intelligence and empathy
P – Presence: Embodying grace, authenticity, and true leadership
A – Alliance: Building bridges and fostering harmony across nations and cultures

These values define ICPA-certified professionals, shaping leaders who stand with poise, understanding, and a global vision.

Six Reasons Why Professionals Choose ICPA

1

Japan’s Only Internationally Accredited Academy

ICPA is the sole institution of its kind in Japan officially recognised for delivering world-class education in protocol and etiquette.

Our programmes meet global standards of excellence.

2

Harmony of Eastern Grace and Western Refinement

Our curriculum seamlessly integrates the elegance of Western etiquette with the depth of Japanese tradition, cultivating truly global sophistication.

3

Applied Intercultural Intelligence

Students develop authentic intercultural understanding and diplomacy skills by engaging deeply with diverse cultural frameworks and global communication models.

4

Premium Digital Learning Platform

Access our fully digitised system—video lessons, downloadable resources, and guided modules—anytime, anywhere.

Flexible, elegant, and designed for the modern professional.

5

Elite International Learning Community

Join a distinguished network of global professionals.

Our learners connect, collaborate, and grow together through shared values and elevated learning.

6

Recognised Qualifications and Career Pathways

Our certifications are globally respected.

We provide tailored support for your journey—from teaching and public speaking to entrepreneurship and institutional collaboration.

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Beyond Language: Human Skills That Drive Global Success


At ICPA, we understand that international success requires more than language fluency.

Our programmes cultivate the essential human skills that define true global leaders:

  • Empathy and cultural awareness
  • Adaptability in diverse environments
  • Graceful, diplomatic communication
  • Business-ready etiquette and protocol competence

These qualities—refined through our internationally accredited training—empower our graduates to succeed in diplomacy, global business, and elite social leadership.

I:Inspire C:Cultivate P:Presence A:Alliance

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