Value Stream Mapping Training in Japan

Map the Flow, Cut the Waste

Learn a proven Lean technique to make the flow of materials and information visible from supplier to customer. This hands-on, instructor-led programme is built for operations managers, engineers and improvement leads across Japan who want to expose waste, design better flow and turn Kaizen ideas into an implementation plan they can apply the next day at work.

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What Is Value Stream Mapping Training?A Practical Lean Skill for Japanese Operations

Value Stream Mapping Training in Japan gives you a proven Lean technique for seeing the complete flow of materials and information behind any product or service, so waste and delay become visible and fixable. Value Stream Mapping (VSM) is a practical, one-day skills programme rooted in the Toyota Production System and popularised by Mike Rother and John Shook in "Learning to See".

You learn to draw current-state and future-state maps using standard VSM symbols, calculate takt time, expose the eight wastes, and turn what you find into a Kaizen and implementation plan. There is no examination; learning is reinforced through hands-on mapping exercises, and you leave able to facilitate VSM in your own operation.

For operations managers, engineers and Lean practitioners across Japan's manufacturing, logistics and service sectors, VSM is one of the most portable improvement skills you can build, especially as firms do more with fewer people. Start your value stream mapping journey with Invensis Learning.

Key Highlightsof the Value Stream Mapping Training Course

End-to-End Skill Development

Structured Value Stream Mapping training in the Japan is designed to help learners understand the core concepts, tools, methods, and practices covered in the program
Course content aligned with current industry expectations, workplace requirements, and practical learning objectives for lean and operations professionals in the Japan
Real-world examples and scenario-based learning to help learners connect VSM concepts with everyday professional situations across manufacturing, service, and operations environments
Guided learning support to help participants strengthen understanding, improve confidence, and apply Value Stream Mapping skills effectively at work

Structured Courseware and Learning Resources

Access to organized VSM course materials including current state map templates, future state design worksheets, value stream charter templates, and process icon reference guides designed to support step-by-step learning
Topic-wise learning resources, exercises, and knowledge checks to reinforce understanding of lead time calculation, bottleneck identification, and Kaizen burst techniques
Practice activities, assignments, quizzes, or workplace-based exercises included where applicable as part of a practical Value Stream Mapping bootcamp
Supplementary learning aids such as VSM implementation roadmaps, metrics tracking dashboards, case study workbooks, and flow efficiency calculation guides

Instructor-Led, Practical Learning Experience

Live interactive sessions delivered by experienced lean practitioners with relevant domain expertise across manufacturing, operations, and process improvement
Real-world examples, case discussions, and applied mapping activities to improve practical understanding of current and future state VSM techniques
Opportunities to ask questions, clarify doubts, and participate in trainer-led discussions on waste identification, cycle time analysis, and lean execution planning
Training approach focused on helping learners use VSM concepts at work through Value Stream Mapping coaching

Flexible Learning Support in Japan

Flexible training formats available for individual learners and corporate teams in the Japan
Options may include live virtual classroom training, onsite training, self-paced learning, or customized group training depending on availability
Learning support designed to help participants stay on track before, during, and after the Value Stream Mapping training
Additional revision, refresher, or post-training support may be available based on the selected course

Learn the Core Concepts Covered in the Course

Understand foundational VSM principles, how value streams are defined, and how Value Stream Mapping applies to real process improvement environments
Learn how to conduct value stream walks, use standard VSM icons, populate data boxes, and construct current state maps based on the curriculum of Online Value Stream Mapping course
Explore practical use cases showing how VSM is applied across manufacturing lines, service delivery processes, and transactional business operations
Build role-relevant knowledge of future state design, execution planning, KPI selection, and stakeholder communication that supports better decision-making and workplace performance

Practice, Assessment, and Completion Support

Practice current state mapping, future state design, and bottleneck identification through quizzes, exercises, and scenario-based simulations where applicable
Use assessments to identify knowledge gaps in VSM concepts and strengthen understanding of weaker areas
Receive guidance from instructors or learning support teams to improve understanding of lean process improvement practices and stay aligned with course objectives
Earn a course completion certificate after successfully meeting the training requirements

Career and Workplace Application

Build practical VSM skills that can support career growth, role advancement, or improved job performance in the Japan
Strengthen confidence in applying value stream analysis, waste elimination, and future state design to real-world process and delivery challenges
Improve professional credibility through structured, skill-focused Value Stream Mapping training recognized across Japan industries
Support organizational capability building when delivered as Value Stream Mapping corporate training for employees across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and operations sectors

Value Stream Mapping Training Eligibility in the JapanWho Can Enroll?

No prior VSM experience is required to enroll; the course is open to all working professionals in the Japan who want to learn value stream mapping from the ground up
Basic familiarity with process improvement or lean concepts is helpful but not mandatory for enrollment
Professionals from operations, manufacturing, quality, and business process improvement backgrounds are well suited for this training
Managers, engineers, and analysts who are responsible for process performance, waste reduction, or lean transformation initiatives will benefit directly from this program
Anyone working in or transitioning into lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement roles in the Japan will find this training immediately applicable

Why Building VSM Skills Pays off at WorkValue for You and Your Organisation

For Individuals

VSM training helps you become the person on the team who can see the whole value stream, not just a single process. It suits operations managers, engineers, Lean practitioners and improvement leads who want a practical, hands-on skill they can use immediately. Whether you work in automotive, electronics, logistics, healthcare or back-office operations, you gain a structured way to expose waste and design better flow.

If you want to move from doing the work to improving the work, VSM is a clear next step. You leave with a repeatable method, standard symbols and a mapping approach that Japanese employers across sectors recognise and value.

Learn a practical Lean skill you can apply the very next day at work
See waste, bottlenecks and delay that stay hidden without a value stream map
Build confidence to facilitate current-state and future-state mapping workshops
Connect improvement work directly to lead time, cost and customer value
Strengthen your profile for continuous improvement and operations roles
Gain a portable method rooted in the Toyota Production System
Turn Kaizen ideas into a structured, measurable implementation plan
Add a widely recognised improvement capability to your professional profile

For Organizations

VSM group training helps your teams build a shared, visual language for improvement. When operations, quality, engineering and logistics map a value stream together, they diagnose problems the same way and agree on where to act. Delivered onsite or live virtual for your teams across Japan, the training turns Lean theory into a working practice on your own processes.

For organisations under pressure to do more with fewer people, VSM creates a repeatable method to cut lead time, reduce inventory and remove non-value-adding work, mapping a real value stream from your operation during the session.

Give cross-functional teams one shared language for process improvement
Map a real value stream from your own operation during the training
Reduce lead time, inventory and non-value-adding work across the flow
Build internal capability to run VSM without outside consultants
Standardise how teams diagnose waste across sites and business units
Support labour productivity as the workforce tightens
Align improvement projects to customer value and strategy
Flexible onsite, live virtual and blended delivery for teams

Your VSM Career Path in JapanRoles, Sectors and Demand Today

Value Stream Mapping skills open doors across Japan's operations-heavy economy, from automotive and electronics plants to logistics, healthcare and back-office services. As firms face a shrinking workforce and rising automation, employers want people who can find and remove waste, not just run the line. Demand sits with roles like industrial engineer, continuous improvement manager, quality manager and operations manager, and here is what the market is telling us now.

¥9.1M

Industrial engineer average pay, Japan

per year, SalaryExpert 2026

¥9.4M

Manufacturing operations manager, Japan

average, SalaryExpert 2026

15%+

Projected workforce decline by 2040

driving Lean and automation demand

80%

Transport-equipment firms using or studying AI robots

industry survey, 2026

SECTORS HIRING

—Automotive and Auto Parts Manufacturing
—Electronics and Precision Machinery
—Logistics and Supply Chain
—Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices
—Food and Beverage Production
—Healthcare and Service Operations

GROWTH TRENDS

—Shrinking workforce forcing higher productivity per worker
—Government subsidies accelerating automation and Lean investment
—The 2024 logistics reforms reshaping supply chains
—Lean spreading from factories into services and healthcare
—Weak yen sharpening the focus on cost and waste
—Scarcity of skilled value stream mapping facilitators

Sources: ERI SalaryExpert, Morgan McKinley, Michael Page (Japan) 2026; OECD, Fortune, Technology.org (Japan labour and automation) 2025-2026.

Designation

Value Stream Mapping Professionals in Japan : Salary Insights and Trends

Hiring Companies in Japan

¥4500K

Min

¥6400K

Average

¥9000K

Max

SalaryExpert · PayScale (Japan) 2026

ToyotaDensoAisinYamaha

Source: Toyota · Denso · Aisin · Yamaha

The Operational Pressures Fuelling VSM Demand in Japan

A Shrinking Workforce

Japan's workforce is set to shrink by more than 15% by 2040, so every operation must do more with fewer people. VSM shows exactly where scarce labour and time are lost, making waste elimination a survival skill.

VSM shows where scarce labour is lost

The Rush to Automate

Government labour-saving subsidies are pushing robots and AI onto the shop floor at pace. VSM helps firms automate the steps that add value rather than automating the waste itself.

VSM directs automation to the right steps

The 2024 Logistics Problem

New limits on driver hours since 2024 have rippled across every supply chain. Mapping material and information flow helps cut lead time and inventory where the pressure is greatest.

VSM cuts lead time across the supply chain

Margin and Cost Pressure

A weak yen and higher input costs squeeze manufacturers' margins. A value stream map exposes non-value-adding activity so cost comes out of the process without cutting quality.

VSM exposes non-value-adding cost

Lean Roots, Practice Gap

Japan gave the world the Toyota Production System, yet many SMEs and service operations have never mapped a value stream. Skilled VSM facilitators remain in short supply.

Skilled VSM facilitators are scarce

Flow Beyond the Factory

Lean is spreading from factories into logistics, healthcare and back-office work. VSM gives these sectors a shared, visual language to see and improve their flow.

VSM gives services a language for flow

Sources: OECD, Fortune, Technology.org (Japan labour and automation) 2025-2026; ERI SalaryExpert (Japan) 2026.

VSM is more than a diagram. It is a practical skill that turns waste into opportunity. Build the ability to see and improve any value stream, and lead improvement where it counts.

Your Career Shift in Japan

Where You Stand Today, Where VSM Takes You Tomorrow

The Before and After of Building Lean Skills

Japan's operations are under real pressure from a shrinking workforce, rising automation and tight margins, and employers increasingly separate people who can improve the flow from those who only run it. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

Today

You can run a process but struggle to prove where value is lost

After VSM training

You quantify lead time, cycle time and value-added ratio with confidence

Today

Overlooked for improvement-lead and operations roles

After VSM training

Ready for continuous improvement and operations roles that pay around ¥9M plus in Japan

Today

Your Lean knowledge is mostly theoretical

After VSM training

You facilitate real current-state and future-state mapping workshops

You master VSM

Before

Improvement ideas based on opinion and gut feel

Now you have

A visual, data-based map the whole team can act on

Before

Waste and bottlenecks hidden inside day-to-day operations

Now you have

Every delay, queue and handoff made visible in one view

Before

Kaizen efforts that only fix isolated steps

Now you have

A future-state design that improves the end-to-end flow

Before

Improvement skills tied to one employer or plant

Now you have

A transferable Lean capability valued across Japanese industry

"In Japanese operations, the difference between a good operator and a valued improvement leader is the ability to see the whole value stream, not just one process."

Train with Invensis Learning and turn Lean theory into on-the-job capability.

Sources: ERI SalaryExpert, Morgan McKinley (Japan) 2026.

Module 1: What is Value Stream

Understanding the definition of a value stream and how it differs from a process or department
Identifying value-adding and non-value-adding activities within a typical operational flow
Recognizing how value streams span organizational boundaries and connect to customer demand
Exploring examples of value streams from manufacturing and service environments in the Japan

Module 2: What is Value Stream Mapping

Understanding the purpose, origins, and core principles of Value Stream Mapping as a lean tool
Distinguishing between VSM and traditional process maps, swimlane diagrams, and flowcharts
Exploring the two-map framework: current state mapping and future state design
Understanding when and how VSM is used within lean transformation and continuous improvement programs

Module 3: Benefits of VSM

Identifying how VSM supports waste elimination across the eight types of lean waste
Understanding how VSM improves process efficiency by providing a shared visual of the entire value stream
Exploring how VSM supports lean transformation by connecting improvement projects to a clear future state vision
Reviewing case examples where VSM led to measurable reductions in lead time, inventory, and defect rates

Module 4: Common Mistakes in VSM

Recognizing the impact of stakeholder gaps, including insufficient cross-functional involvement in mapping sessions
Understanding how resistance to change affects VSM adoption and how to address it proactively
Identifying mistakes related to neglecting the impact of proposed future state changes on downstream processes
Exploring other common pitfalls such as mapping at the wrong level of detail, skipping data collection, and failing to act on future state designs

Module 5: Project Phases

Understanding the preparation phase including scoping the value stream, selecting the team, and setting objectives
Developing a value stream charter that defines the improvement scope, boundaries, goals, and success criteria
Planning data collection activities and establishing baseline metrics before beginning the current state walk
Aligning project phases with lean project management practices and organizational improvement governance

Module 6: Understanding Current State

Conducting the VSM kick-off meeting and aligning the team on mapping scope and objectives
Performing value stream walks to observe and document actual process steps, flows, and information movement
Using standard VSM icons and notation to represent production processes, inventory, push arrows, and information flows
Populating data boxes with cycle time, changeover time, uptime, and other key process metrics
Identifying bottlenecks, wait times, and waste accumulation points in the current state map
Adding timeline swim lanes to calculate total lead time and process time across the value stream

Module 7: Designing Future State

Applying the eight future state design questions to guide improvement decisions for the new value stream layout
Setting target metrics for cycle time, lead time, inventory levels, and flow efficiency in the future state
Using Kaizen bursts to mark specific improvement opportunities on the future state map
Documenting the future state map and communicating the target condition to stakeholders

Module 8: Execution Planning

Defining improvement objectives derived from the gap between current state and future state maps
Identifying and allocating the resources, tools, and team members needed to execute the improvement plan
Selecting KPIs and establishing baseline measurements to track progress against future state targets
Conducting risk assessment for the execution plan and building mitigation strategies for common barriers

Module 9: Plan Execution

Implementing the improvement plan using structured project management and lean execution techniques
Monitoring progress against KPIs and updating the value stream map to reflect improvements achieved
Communicating progress and results to stakeholders through visual management and structured review meetings
Embedding improvements into standard work and establishing ongoing measurement to sustain future state performance

Course Curriculumof the Value Stream Mapping Training

The online Value Stream Mapping training course curriculum in the Japan is structured across nine modules delivered in a one-day intensive program. The course takes learners from foundational VSM concepts through to current state analysis, future state design, and execution planning, with each module building practical skills that can be applied directly in workplace improvement projects.

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Module 1: What is Value Stream

Understanding the definition of a value stream and how it differs from a process or department
Identifying value-adding and non-value-adding activities within a typical operational flow
Recognizing how value streams span organizational boundaries and connect to customer demand
Exploring examples of value streams from manufacturing and service environments in the Japan

Builds the skill of seeing your work as customers experience it, not just as your own department's task list.

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The VSM Skills You Will BuildMapping, Analysing and Improving Real Value Streams

The Value Stream Mapping programme moves from Lean foundations and standard symbols through current-state mapping, analysis, future-state design and implementation planning. By the end, you can map, analyse and improve a real value stream and lead a mapping workshop for your own team.

Read and Map a Value Stream

This Value Stream Mapping training teaches you to create current-state and future-state maps, identify waste, and build a practical plan to improve the flow of value across your operations. You start by understanding what a value stream is and using standard VSM symbols to represent process, material and information flow end to end.

Separate Value from Waste

Distinguish value-added, non-value-added and necessary non-value-added activity from the customer's point of view, and learn to spot the eight wastes of Lean (DOWNTIME) as they appear across the flow.

Build an Accurate Current-State Map

Walk the gemba to gather real data, capture cycle time, changeover time, uptime and inventory for each step, and complete the timeline to reveal the true production lead time and value-added ratio.

Analyse Flow and Find the Bottleneck

Calculate takt time, compare push and pull, and locate the constraint that limits output, so you target the improvements that actually raise the performance of the whole system.

Design a Future-State Map

Apply the eight future-state design questions to introduce continuous flow, pull systems and supermarkets, level the production mix, and quantify the improvement from current to future state.

Turn Maps into an Action Plan

Convert the future-state vision into a Kaizen and implementation roadmap, set the metrics that track progress, and standardise new ways of working so the gains are sustained.

Who Should TakeValue Stream Mapping Training in Japan?

Managers and Business Heads

Unit Heads

Quality Managers

Process Planning Managers

Manufacturing Engineers

Lean Six Sigma Practitioners

Operations Professionals

Continuous Improvement Specialists

Who Can Take This Certification Training

Value Stream Mapping Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Value Stream Mapping online training options available.

Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

Live online instructor-led sessions
Interactive discussions and virtual activities
Expert guidance from experienced trainers
Practice assessments and revision support
Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification
Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum
Small batch sizes for personalized attention
Access from any location with internet connectivity

JPY 63200

Attend fully interactive weekend Value Stream Mapping training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

Value Stream Mapping Classroom Training

Instructor-led classroom sessions
Interactive discussions and group activities
Real-world examples and practical exercises
Structured learning with fixed schedules
Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration
Practice assessments and knowledge checks
Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification
Immediate trainer feedback and support

Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Value Stream Mapping training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

Value Stream Mapping Corporate Group Training

Customized training aligned to organizational goals
Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended
Scheduling tailored to business availability
Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions
Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable
Dedicated coordination and administrative support
Consistent learning experiences across teams
Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

Designed for organizations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize knowledge, and support workforce development through customized team learning initiatives and Value Stream Mapping training for companies.

Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

Value Stream Mapping Focused 1-to-1 Training

One-to-one instructor attention
Customized learning plans and objectives
Flexible scheduling based on availability
Personalized feedback and coaching
Additional focus on challenging topics
Targeted practice and revision support
Faster clarification of questions and concepts
Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by Value Stream Mapping training institute.

Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

Live online instructor-led sessions

Interactive discussions and virtual activities

Expert guidance from experienced trainers

Practice assessments and revision support

Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

Small batch sizes for personalized attention

Access from any location with internet connectivity

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JPY 63200

Please Note: Attend fully interactive weekend Value Stream Mapping training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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Why Choose Invensis Learning for VSM Training in JapanLean Skills for the Shop Floor

Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Value Stream Mapping training for professionals and teams across Japan who want to build real Lean capability, not just theory. Our trainers are experienced practitioners who have applied VSM in manufacturing and service operations, and every session is built around hands-on current-state and future-state mapping. Whether you join as an individual or enrol your team, you get flexible delivery, organised courseware and support before, during and after the training, backed by our ISO 9001:2015 quality and ISO 27001:2022 information-security standards. It is this blend of practitioner expertise and end-to-end support that makes us a trusted Value Stream Mapping training company in Japan.

Experienced Lean practitioners who have run real value stream mapping projects
Hands-on mapping exercises, not slideware, throughout the programme
Flexible delivery: classroom, online live virtual and corporate onsite
Practical focus on applying VSM to your own operations
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management
ISO 27001:2022 certified information security
Organised courseware, templates and a course completion certificate
Learner support before, during and after training

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Industries Served

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Value Stream Mapping Training Locations in JapanAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

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Corporate Value Stream Mapping TrainingFor Your Teams in Japan

Onsite, live virtual, hybrid or blended delivery for your teams
Map a real value stream from your own operation during the session
Trainers with hands-on Lean and manufacturing experience
Schedules aligned to your production and shift patterns
Role-based examples across automotive, electronics and logistics
Dedicated coordination and support for group training
Scalable across sites in Japan and worldwide

What Our Learners Say

I Could Map Our Line the Next Week

"The training finally made value stream mapping click for me. I went back to our line, mapped the current state with the team, and we spotted two bottlenecks that were adding days to lead time. The hands-on exercises were the best part."

Kenji Tanaka

Production Engineer

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Practical, Not Just Theory

"I had read about takt time and the eight wastes before, but this course made them practical. The standard symbols and the future-state questions gave me a repeatable method I now use in every improvement project."

Yuki Sato

Continuous Improvement Lead

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Changed How Our Team Sees Waste

"Walking the gemba to collect real data, rather than pulling numbers from the system, changed how my team finds waste. We now see the whole flow instead of arguing about single steps."

Haruto Nakamura

Operations Supervisor

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One Shared Language Across the Plant

"We booked the onsite session for a cross-functional team from operations, quality and logistics. Mapping a real value stream together gave everyone the same language, and the improvement plan we built is already cutting inventory."

Aiko Yamamoto

Plant Manager, Automotive Supplier

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Built Real Capability In-House

"The corporate delivery was tailored to our electronics operation, and the trainer used examples our engineers recognised. Building internal VSM capability means we rely less on outside consultants for improvement work."

Sho Watanabe

L&D Manager, Electronics Manufacturer

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Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

Value Stream Mapping training is a practical, one-day Lean course that teaches you to create current-state and future-state maps, identify waste and inefficiency, and build an action plan to improve the flow of value across your operations. It is a skills programme with no examination and no formal credential.

General

What is Value Stream Mapping training?

Is learning Value Stream Mapping worth it in Japan?

Yes. As Japanese firms face a shrinking workforce and rising cost pressure, the ability to see and remove waste is highly valued. VSM skills apply across manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and back-office operations, and support roles such as industrial engineer, continuous improvement manager and operations manager.

Who should attend the VSM course?

The course suits Lean practitioners, operations and manufacturing managers, industrial and process engineers, Six Sigma Green and Black Belts, supply chain managers, and healthcare improvement professionals, in short, anyone responsible for identifying and removing waste in end-to-end process flows.

Do I need prior Lean experience to join?

No. There are no formal prerequisites and the course is open to all. Some familiarity with Lean principles such as waste, flow and pull is helpful but not required, as the training introduces every relevant concept in the context of mapping.

What framework is Value Stream Mapping based on?

VSM is rooted in the Toyota Production System and was formalised for Lean practitioners by Mike Rother and John Shook in "Learning to See" (1998). The course covers the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), takt time, and standard VSM symbols and notation.

Pricing

How much does VSM training cost in Japan?

Pricing depends on the delivery mode (classroom, live virtual or corporate onsite), region and group size, and is available on request. Contact a learning advisor for current fees, or request a quote for group and corporate training.

What is included in the course fee?

The fee covers instructor-led training across all six VSM modules, hands-on current-state and future-state mapping exercises, course materials and templates, learner support, and a course completion certificate. Ask about what is included for your chosen format.

Do you offer corporate or group pricing?

Yes. We offer corporate group training with schedules tailored to your team and volume-based pricing for onsite and live virtual delivery. Ask about group and corporate pricing for your teams in Japan.

What payment options are available?

We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers, with instalment options on selected plans. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the option that suits you.

Are there any separate examination fees?

No. VSM is a non-examination skills course, so there is no exam and no separate exam fee. The training fee covers the full one-day programme and your course materials.

Course Content

What topics does the VSM course cover?

The course covers six modules: Lean foundations and value streams, standard VSM symbols and notation, creating the current-state map, analysing the current-state map, designing the future-state map, and implementation planning to sustain the gains.

What are the eight wastes covered in the training?

The course teaches the eight wastes of Lean using the DOWNTIME memory aid: Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilised talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion and Extra processing, and shows how a value stream map reveals each one.

Are there hands-on exercises?

Yes. Throughout the day you practise creating both a current-state and a future-state map for a realistic operational scenario, so you learn by doing rather than only listening. In corporate sessions, teams can map a real value stream from their own operation.

How long is the Value Stream Mapping course?

The programme runs for one day (8 hours) and covers all six modules with concept explanations, symbol training, worked examples and mapping exercises. It can also be delivered as two half-days for teams that prefer a split schedule.

Is VSM relevant outside manufacturing?

Yes. While VSM began on the factory floor, it applies equally to logistics, healthcare, pharmaceutical and medical devices, financial services and IT, wherever there is an end-to-end flow of materials or information to visualise and improve.

Assessment

Is there an exam for the VSM course?

No. This is a non-examination skills course. Learning is reinforced through hands-on mapping exercises and group discussion rather than a formal test, and you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning.

Do I receive anything on completion?

Yes. On completing the one-day programme you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning. It records that you have completed the training; it is not an external credential, as VSM has no awarding body.

How is my learning assessed?

There is no formal assessment. Instead, you practise current-state and future-state mapping through guided exercises and group activities during the day, which builds the skill you will use back at work.

Will I be able to run a VSM workshop after this?

Yes. By the end of the course you can select a product family, walk the gemba to gather data, draw a current-state map, identify improvement opportunities, design a future-state map, and build an implementation and Kaizen plan for your team.

What can I do with this skill at work?

VSM is immediately applicable. You can facilitate mapping workshops, create current-state and future-state maps for your own operations, and develop improvement roadmaps, with no renewal or maintenance required to keep the skill current.

Enrollment

How do I enrol in the VSM course in Japan?

You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, complete payment, and you will receive access to schedules, course materials and learning resources. Talk to a learning advisor if you need help choosing.

What delivery formats are available?

The course is available in classroom, online (live virtual) instructor-led, and corporate onsite formats, so you can pick what fits your schedule. See upcoming schedules for public dates, or ask about a dedicated session for your team.

Can you deliver the training onsite for our team in Japan?

Yes. We deliver corporate onsite and live virtual training for teams across Japan, and sessions can be built around a real value stream from your own operation so the learning applies directly to your processes. Request a group quote to arrange this.

When can I start?

We run public scheduled sessions and corporate dates throughout the year. Check the upcoming schedules for the next available public batch, or contact us to set a date that suits your team.

Can I reschedule my booking?

Yes. Flexible options let you reschedule to another batch where available. Contact our support team and we will help you move to a date that works for you.

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What Is Value Stream Mapping Training?A Practical Lean Skill for Japanese Operations

What Is Value Stream Mapping Training?A Practical Lean Skill for Japanese Operations

Key Highlightsof the Value Stream Mapping Training Course

Value Stream Mapping Training Eligibility in the JapanWho Can Enroll?

Why Building VSM Skills Pays off at WorkValue for You and Your Organisation

Your VSM Career Path in JapanRoles, Sectors and Demand Today

SECTORS HIRING

GROWTH TRENDS

The Operational Pressures Fuelling VSM Demand in Japan

A Shrinking Workforce

The Rush to Automate

The 2024 Logistics Problem

Margin and Cost Pressure

Lean Roots, Practice Gap

Flow Beyond the Factory

Where You Stand Today, Where VSM Takes You Tomorrow

The Before and After of Building Lean Skills

Module 1: What is Value Stream

Module 2: What is Value Stream Mapping

Module 3: Benefits of VSM

Module 4: Common Mistakes in VSM

Module 5: Project Phases

Module 6: Understanding Current State

Module 7: Designing Future State

Module 8: Execution Planning

Module 9: Plan Execution

Course Curriculumof the Value Stream Mapping Training

Module 1: What is Value Stream

The VSM Skills You Will BuildMapping, Analysing and Improving Real Value Streams

Read and Map a Value Stream

Separate Value from Waste

Build an Accurate Current-State Map

Analyse Flow and Find the Bottleneck

Design a Future-State Map

Turn Maps into an Action Plan

Who Should TakeValue Stream Mapping Training in Japan?

Value Stream Mapping Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

Value Stream Mapping Classroom Training

Value Stream Mapping Corporate Group Training

Value Stream Mapping Focused 1-to-1 Training

Value Stream Mapping Live Virtual Training

Why Choose Invensis Learning for VSM Training in JapanLean Skills for the Shop Floor

Value Stream Mapping Training Locations in JapanAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

Corporate Value Stream Mapping TrainingFor Your Teams in Japan

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