Japan’s largest startup conference, IVS 2026, will take place in Kyoto over three days from July 1 to July 3, 2026. This year’s theme is “Japan is Back.” In addition to the main venue, Kyoto International Exhibition Hall Miyakomesse, the event will introduce a new area called IVS CORE. This invitation-only space for decision-makers will...
With the start of a new fiscal year, many professionals find themselves meeting new colleagues, joining new teams, and engaging with new business partners. This is also a season when opportunities to exchange business cards increase. At trade shows and events, conversations often begin with a simple introduction, and in some cases lead to unexpected...
SIMTOS, one of Asia’s largest manufacturing technology trade shows, will return in April 2026 at the KINTEX exhibition center in Goyang, South Korea. The event will bring together more than 1,300 companies from 35 countries, showcasing the latest machine tools and advanced manufacturing technologies incorporating AI. As a major international gathering for the manufacturing industry,...
Creators Caravan Utsunomiya, one of the largest entertainment networking events in the Northern Kanto region, will be held over two days on July 31 and August 1, 2026, in Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture. The event is organized by Trident Works Co., Ltd., with Banpō Tsūshō Co., Ltd. serving as the title sponsor. The initiative aims...
KINTEX (Korea International Exhibition Center), the largest exhibition and convention center in South Korea, is positioned as one of Asia’s leading MICE innovation platforms. Established on April 29, 2005, as a joint investment project between the national government and local authorities, KINTEX was developed with the dual objective of internationalizing Korea’s exhibition industry and addressing...
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As heavy down jackets and winter coats return to the closet and lighter outerwear comes into season, March brings a tangible sense of spring, even amid the lingering chill in the air. While the arrival of pollen may be unwelcome news for some, the milder weather also makes it an inviting time to go out....
The Japan Association for the 2027 International Horticultural Expo (official name: Public Interest Incorporated Association for the 2027 International Horticultural Expo) has announced that advance sales of admission tickets for GREEN×EXPO 2027 will begin on March 19, 2026, one year prior to the opening of the Expo. Advance Sales Begin March 19: Early-Bird One-Day Ticket...
In March 2026, South by Southwest (SXSW) will take place in Austin, Texas, entering what may be one of the most transformative moments in its 40-year history. With the closure of the Austin Convention Center, venues will be further decentralized across the city, and for the first time, the music, film, and interactive tracks will...
HANNOVER MESSE is one of the world’s largest trade fairs dedicated to industrial technology. It is held at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in Germany and typically brings together around 4,000 exhibiting companies and approximately 123,000 visitors over five days. The 2025 edition concluded under the theme “Tailwind for Industry,” emphasizing momentum and resilience within the...
The Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA), in co-organization with Nikkei Business Publications and Sony Music Solutions, has officially announced the event outline for Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026). Celebrating its momentous 30th anniversary, the event will be held for a record-breaking five days. We provide the details on this world-class gaming festival, which will be...
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From March 13 to 22, 2026, TOKYO CREATIVE SALON 2026 will be held over ten days across the entire city of Tokyo. Now in its seventh year, the event is recognized as one of Japan’s largest creative festivals, featuring a wide range of programs spanning fashion, art, and design across nine major areas of the...
As the year gets underway, February is already approaching. This time of year often brings a noticeable shift in pace, with calendars filling up and seasonal events beginning to line up one after another. Below is a curated overview of notable exhibitions and events scheduled for February 2026. Of particular interest are opportunities that serve...
Every autumn, the Busan International Film Festival brings together approximately 12,000 industry professionals from around the world and attracts nearly 200,000 spectators, generating a high level of enthusiasm across the city. Busan’s profile continues to rise internationally, extending beyond Asia. Today, Busan is increasingly recognized as one of Asia’s leading MICE cities. The city offers...
Hoshino Resorts is planning the phased opening of eight new properties nationwide by 2026. These developments include consecutive openings in the Yokohama area and Japan’s first luxury hotel created through the adaptive reuse of a former prison designated as an Important Cultural Property. Each facility reflects the unique history and culture of its location and...
From January 29 to February 1, 2026, Taipei Game Show 2026 will be held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. This year’s edition will bring together 399 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions, showcasing more than 500 game titles. The event features a hybrid format in which business matchmaking and public exhibitions are conducted within the...
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The Pokémon Company has announced the opening of PokéPark KANTO, the first outdoor facility dedicated to Pokémon.The new park is scheduled to open in spring 2026 and will be developed on a site of approximately 2.6 hectares within Yomiuriland, an amusement park located in western Tokyo. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale starting in...
Daiwa Lifenext Co., Ltd. will open a retreat-style hotel, FUTATABI FUTABA FUKUSHIMA, in Futaba Town, Fukushima Prefecture, on June 1, 2026. Located within the Nakano District Reconstruction and Industrial Hub—an area progressing in its recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake—the facility combines one of the largest conference rooms in the region with a retreat...
A new urban landmark emerges in front of Tokyo Station, integrating facilities and programs designed to enhance well-being. The Tokyo Station Yaesu 1-chome East District Type 1 Urban Redevelopment Project, promoted by Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd., is a large-scale redevelopment initiative designated as a National Strategic Special Zone. The district name has been officially decided...
For some, this season brings thoughts of hot springs. As for me, I enjoy creating a hot-spring atmosphere at home with bath additives. As the year draws to a close, we have compiled a list of notable trade shows and events scheduled to take place in January 2026. Three major events related to mobility will...