The IQ Era, 20 Years in Barcelona, and a Forward Look at the Mobile Industry MWC Barcelona 2026 will take place from 2–5 March 2026 at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain. This year’s overarching theme is The IQ Era, reflecting how connectivity is evolving beyond “links” into an intelligent foundation that supports industries and...
Hilton Tokyo, located in Shinjuku, has completed a large-scale renovation of its entire banquet floors on the 3rd and 4th levels. This renovation was conducted with a multimillion-dollar investment to meet the growing demand for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) from both domestic and international markets. With themes of flexibility, audiovisual integration, and experience-driven...
Japan’s events and MICE sector is accelerating efforts to benchmark venue sustainability against international standards. In December 2025, major facilities in Tokyo and Sapporo announced they had attained Gold-level certification under the globally recognized LEED rating system. This milestone—achieved by a newly built arena and an existing convention center with distinct characteristics—highlights significant progress on...
Sanrio Co., Ltd. and Sanrio Entertainment Co., Ltd. have announced a basic development concept to transform Harmonyland, a theme park in Oita Prefecture, into a resort. Under the “Sky Park” concept, the project will embark on large-scale upgrades, including an all-weather grand roof and the potential construction of a new hotel. In collaboration with Oita...
Toei Uzumasa Eigamura Co., Ltd. has announced a full renewal of the entire “Toei Uzumasa Eigamura” facility as it marks its 50th anniversary this year. Phase 1 is set to open on Saturday, March 28, 2026, and the facility will be renamed “Uzumasa Kyoto Village (UZUMASA KYOTO VILLAGE)” in conjunction with this launch. Under the...
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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, which operates some of the world’s most luxurious hotels and resorts, opened the Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai on November 7, 2025. This marks the group’s second property in Dubai. The hotel is located within the 303-metre-tall Wasl Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road, a new architectural landmark that rises in the heart...
The “BitSummit PUNCH,” one of Japan’s largest indie game events, has been announced to take place over three days from Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Miyako Messe in Kyoto. The theme for 2026 is “High Impact.” With a mission to share Japan’s most exciting indie games with the world, BitSummit has...
The Japan Hobby Association has announced that “The 50th Japan Hobby Show 2026,” one of the largest festivals for the hobby and handmade market, will be held over three days from May 8, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. Since its first edition in 1976, the event has been supported as a place for makers to...
Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, “KYOTO NIPPON FESTIVAL,” which has shared the beauty and culture of Japan with the world, will present “KYOTO NIPPON FESTIVAL 2026 – Beyond time, the garden blooms –” at the historic Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto) from February 1 to May 24, 2026. Artist Mika Ninagawa, the creative team...
Design Festa vol.62, one of Asia’s largest international art events, will be held over two days on Saturday–Sunday, November 15–16, 2025, across all West & South Halls of Tokyo Big Sight. Under its principle that “anyone can participate without screening as long as the work is original,” the event brings together the diverse expressions of...
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Imperial Hotel, Ltd. will begin accepting reservations for “Imperial Hotel Kyoto,” which opens on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. Carrying forward the architectural design of Yasaka Kaikan, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property, the property draws attention as a new-era small luxury hotel that harmonizes with Gion’s historic streetscape....
The startup conference IVS2026 has been confirmed. The three-day event will run from Wednesday, July 1 to Friday, July 3, 2026, with venues including the Kyoto International Exhibition Hall “Miyako Messe” and additional locations across Kyoto City. The IVS KYOTO Executive Committee (Headline Japan Inc., Kyoto Prefecture, and the City of Kyoto) announced the decision,...
Held in the manufacturing hub of Nagoya every odd-numbered year in autumn, Mechatronics Technology Japan (MECT) is one of Japan’s largest specialized exhibitions for machine tools and FA technologies. Marking its 20th edition, MECT2025 is slated to host a record 524 exhibitors, making it the largest machine tool trade fair in Japan this year. The...
On October 13, 2025, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai will close. Next, from October 2030 to March 2031, a large-scale World Expo will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Expo 2030 Riyadh coincides with the pivotal year when the UN SDGs and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reach their conclusion. Bringing together countries and organizations from around...
Set against the living history and nature of Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture, the International Art Festival BIWAKO BIENNALE 2025 will run from Saturday, September 20 to Sunday, November 16, 2025. Now in its 11th edition and curated by General Director Yoko Nakata, the festival will invite around 70 artists from Japan and overseas under the theme...
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Japan’s largest international music awards, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ), has officially announced its 2026 edition. Established under the concept “Connecting with the world and lighting the future of music,” the award is organized in collaboration by five leading organizations representing Japan’s music industry: Nihon Record Kyokai, Nihon Ongaku Jigyosha Kyokai, Nihon Ongaku Seisakusha Renmei, Nihon...
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai is entering its final stretch, with festivities running through October 13. How many times have you visited the venue so far? Attendance continues to rise, and with the summer heat behind us, October should offer relatively mild weather to enjoy the Expo. This article rounds up the month’s standout events and...
The 2025 Osaka Hobby Fes, one of Kansai’s largest model and hobby events, will be held over two days on Saturday–Sunday, November 1–2, 2025, at INTEX Osaka, Hall 3. Designed for everyone—from dedicated enthusiasts to first-timers and families with children—the event offers hands-on experiences that showcase the fun of hobbies, a cornerstone of Japan’s craftsmanship...
The AnimeJapan Organization has announced that AnimeJapan 2026, one of the world’s largest anime events, will be held over four days from March 28 to 31, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. Now in its 13th edition, the event will expand into the South Exhibition Halls and the Rooftop Exhibition Area, marking the largest footprint in...