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...
Following a major first-phase renewal, Toei Kyoto Studio Park has been renamed “UZUMASA KYOTO VILLAGE.” The facility has also introduced extended operating hours until 9:00 p.m. daily, evolving into an entertainment destination that can be enjoyed both during the day and in the evening. The renewal project also takes into consideration business events, group use,...
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...
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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...
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 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...
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...
What comes to mind when you hear the term “shareholder meeting”? For many, it is an annual corporate event often highlighted in the news each June—where top executives present business results and respond to questions from shareholders. While this perception is not inaccurate, it represents only one aspect of a much broader picture. Held regularly...
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...
“The MICE industry sounds interesting, but what kinds of companies are actually involved?” For those with this question, this article provides an overview of the types of companies and organizations that operate within the MICE sector. MICE is an acronym for Meeting (corporate and organizational meetings), Incentive Travel (reward and training travel), Convention (international conferences),...
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,...
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In today’s environment, where information is expanding at an unprecedented rate, human attention has become one of the scarcest resources — a concept often referred to as the attention economy. As competition for attention intensifies in digital spaces, often within seconds, the MICE industry is being reconsidered as a platform with distinct value. One reason...
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...
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...
Osaka’s Integrated Resort (IR), scheduled to open in 2030, has attracted significant attention in Japan. In seeking insight into how such a development may function in practice, we conducted on-site coverage of INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in Incheon, South Korea, which has emerged as a leading case study in the region. What does “integrated operations,” a...