Pokémon GO, the location-based mobile game, reached a major milestone in 2026, marking the 10th anniversary of its launch. To celebrate the occasion, a special live event, Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Tokyo, was held with Tokyo Waterfront City serving as the main venue, attracting players from around the world. The event set new all-time records...
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, one of Asia’s largest global innovation conferences, was held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 27 to 29, 2026. During our visit to the event, we set out to identify technologies with the potential to impact and support the future of the MICE industry. What kinds of innovations could transform meetings,...
GREEN×EXPO 2027 (International Horticultural Expo 2027, Yokohama, Japan) will be held from March 19 to September 26, 2027, at the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. The expo will focus on flowers, greenery, agriculture, food, and coexistence with nature, featuring exhibits and experiential programs from Japan and around the world. This article provides...
Yuzu Appointed as Official Ambassadors; Mana Ashida Appears at the One-Year-to-Go Press Conference With just one year remaining until the opening of the International Horticultural Expo 2027 (GREEN×EXPO 2027), scheduled to begin in March 2027 at the former Kamiseya Communication Site in Yokohama, a series of new announcements have been unveiled. In this article, MICE...
Trade Shows & Events in Hokkaido DXPO Sapporo ’26 (Back Office / Sales & Marketing / IT & Information Systems / E-Commerce) June 30 – July 3 Access SapporoA business exhibition focused on operational efficiency and digital transformation (DX) for corporate management and administrative departments. The event covers areas such as back-office operations, sales and marketing,...
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With the busy start of the new fiscal year beginning to settle down, this is also a time when many professionals may have a little more room to focus on new ideas and opportunities. This month as well, we have compiled a selection of trade shows and events that may provide useful business insights and...
CUEW Showcase & Conference, an international event where music, culture, and business intersect, will take place over four days from April 9 to 12, 2026, in Shibuya, Tokyo. The event aims to create new connections between Japan, Asia, and the global market, providing a platform to support artists’ international expansion and to generate new business...
In recent years, board games have increasingly been used in business settings, including workshops and team-building programs. Alongside this trend, a growing number of events related to board games have emerged. Among them, Board Game Business Expo Japan 2026, commonly known as BGBE, stands out as a particularly noteworthy event. Now in its third edition,...
In January 2026, “TechGALA Japan 2026” was held in Nagoya.One particular session raised a central question: how should environments that foster innovation be designed? Do the events or communities you organize tend to bring together similar participants? Do they risk becoming spaces where attendees only listen to speakers? The structure of a setting can influence...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...