TOKYO Toy Show 2026, Japan’s largest toy trade fair, will be held over four days from August 27 to 30, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight, occupying the West Exhibition Halls 1–4. Organized by the Japan Toy Association, the event traces its history back to the first Japan International Toy Fair in 1962, making this year’s...
When I was a child, one of the hardest parts of summer vacation homework was deciding on a topic for my independent research project. Looking back, choosing the subject may have been the most difficult part. Now, as an adult, every exhibition I visit brings new discoveries: “I never knew that,” or “I had no...
Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2026 will take place from September 17 to 21, 2026, at Makuhari Messe and TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall in Chiba, Japan. Organized by the Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA), this year’s event marks the 30th anniversary of one of the world’s leading video game exhibitions and will be held over...
ENLIGHTENMENT JAPAN, an immersive sound and light spectacle that has been presented in more than 90 cities and attracted over 3 million visitors worldwide, will make its debut in Japan. From October 10 to November 29, 2026, the Central Hall of the Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts will be transformed by a projection mapping...
Hotel Marketing Conference 2026 (HMC2026), a two-day event focused on the latest marketing strategies for the hospitality industry, will be held on November 10–11, 2026. The conference will cover topics including hotel marketing, revenue growth, digital transformation (DX), and the use of AI in the accommodation sector. The venue is KABUTO ONE in Kayabacho, Tokyo,...
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International Matcha Congress 2026, described by the organizer as the world’s first and one of the largest international conferences dedicated to the matcha industry, will be held on November 12, 2026, at TOFROM YAESU Tower in front of Tokyo Station. The conference will bring together leading figures from the global matcha industry to discuss the...
TechGALA Japan 2026:BEYOND will be held over three days, from December 15 to 17, 2026, in the Sakae and Tsuruma districts of Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Ahead of the event, the organizers have launched the official teaser website and announced the opening of applications for side events, along with the appointment of the event’s ambassadors. TechGALA:...
As Japan enters July 2026, the country moves into one of its busiest seasons for exhibitions, conferences, trade shows, and cultural events. Despite the summer heat, the month offers numerous opportunities to discover new products, technologies, business trends, and networking opportunities across a wide range of industries. This article highlights 36 major exhibitions and events...
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,...
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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...
The 2025 edition of ICCA’s Business Analytics Country and City Rankings Report provides valuable insight into both the current state and future direction of the global MICE industry. Published annually by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), the report is regarded as one of the most influential benchmarks for international association meetings worldwide. In...
As the opening day of a mega-event arrives, how does an entire city respond? The 2026 World Cup, the world’s largest international football tournament, is being held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament opened in Mexico on June 11, 2026, placing Mexico City at the center of global attention and activity. While...
THE NEXTT HOTEL, a new lifestyle hotel, is scheduled to open on March 1, 2027 in the north exit area of Tachikawa Station in Tokyo. Operated by Tachihi Hospitality Management, the property will feature one of the largest banquet halls in the Tama area and is designed to accommodate a wide range of MICE demand,...
VivaTech, Europe’s largest startup and technology event, will return to Paris, France, from June 17 to 20, 2026, marking its milestone 10th edition. Organizers are expanding the event footprint this year and expect approximately 180,000 participants from around the world. From cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies to cleantech solutions aimed at addressing environmental challenges, VivaTech 2026...
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Business Stays at Japan’s First Beach Resort-Style Courtyard Opening in Nago, Okinawa Courtyard by Marriott Okinawa Resort, Japan’s first beach resort-style Courtyard hotel, is scheduled to open on June 15, 2026 along the scenic Kise Beach in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture. Located approximately 60 minutes by car from Naha Airport, the property is surrounded by...
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...
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced Sphere Abu Dhabi, the first Sphere development project to be built outside the United States. Approximately USD 1.7 billion will be invested during the construction phase of the project ahead of its planned opening in 2029. Equipped with cutting-edge immersive technology, the venue is...
Plan・Do・See Co., Ltd. will open South Gate Hotel Okinawa, an urban resort hotel directly connected to the Tomari Port Passenger Terminal Building in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, on May 23, 2026. Located approximately 11 minutes by car from Naha Airport, the hotel offers excellent accessibility along with banquet facilities accommodating up to 570 guests and...