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...
Trade shows and exhibitions are held around the world, some of which are significantly larger in scale than those typically organized in Japan. Among them are events that play an important role in indicating future directions for their respective industries. This article introduces a selection of internationally recognized trade shows and exhibitions. If the schedule...
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...
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...
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Held at Makuhari Messe from November 19 to 21, 2025, Inter BEE 2025 is one of Japan’s largest events where media and entertainment professionals gather. This year, which the organizer JEITA positioned as “the start of a new phase of evolution,” we visited on the final day, November 21. From doors opening to just before...
On Thursday, November 27, 2025, Japan MICE EXPO 2025 opened at INTEX Osaka. Under the theme of connecting business events with new stages for regions, tourism, and exchange, the show returns to Osaka, where MICE activities continue to accelerate in the run-up to the Expo. The MICE TIMES ONLINE editorial team also exhibited. Nationwide MICE...
KOREA MICE EXPO 2025 (KME2025) concluded successfully after three vibrant days from Monday, November 3 to Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at COEX in Seoul. Organized by the Korea MICE Association and supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, KME2025 stands as Korea’s leading international certified exhibition in the...
Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) is a leading MICE venue located in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture.In this feature, we take a closer look at the venue’s outstanding accessibility through interviews with Chubu Centrair International Airport Co., Ltd. and Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd. (Meitetsu). We also highlight Tokoname’s unique appeal as a destination that...
With the cooperation of Aichi Sky Expo, this article explores the venue’s unique features from the perspective of a professional MICE media outlet. It is intended for event organizers who are considering venues in Japan and wish to better understand what makes Aichi Sky Expo a standout destination. What Is Aichi Sky Expo – the...
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Carrying forward the excitement and passion of the Tokyo Motor Show cherished for roughly 70 years, the Japan Mobility Show—nicknamed “MobiShow” since its 2023 relaunch—returns this year. Organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), the event will run for 11 days from Thursday, October 30 to Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Tokyo Big Sight....
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...
Under the theme “Unlimited, Neverending Playground,” TOKYO GAME SHOW 2025 will take place from Thursday–Sunday, September 25–28, 2025, at Makuhari Messe. From hands-on demos of new titles to e-sports and AR/VR showcases, Japan’s leading game show brings together a wide range of gaming experiences. This article provides an overview of the event and will be...
CEATEC 2025 will take place over four days from Tuesday, October 14 to Friday, October 17, 2025, at Makuhari Messe. This year’s theme is “Innovation for All.” This article introduces the event overview and will be updated with exhibitor information as it becomes available. CEATEC 2025: Event overview and organizing structure Dates, venue, and theme...
One of Japan’s largest cruise-focused events, Cruise EXPO 2025 Tokyo, will take place on Friday–Saturday, December 5–6, 2025, at Tokyo International Cruise Terminal. According to the organizer, expected attendance is between 5,000 and 10,000. While detailed programming has yet to be fully announced, here is what has been shared so far. Cruise EXPO 2025 Tokyo...
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KOREA MICE EXPO (KME) is South Korea’s flagship trade show covering the full spectrum of MICE—an essential platform for industry stakeholders. This article traces its 25-year history, highlights the latest developments, and looks ahead to what’s next as the event relocates to Seoul in 2025. Event Overview: KOREA MICE EXPO (KME) KOREA MICE EXPO (KME)...
Held at Miyakomesse in Kyoto, IVS2025 is one of Japan’s largest startup conferences. This year it drew about 13,000 attendees, recorded 3,900 matches made via the official system, hosted 500 side events, and welcomed over 2,000 participants from 70 countries. We focused on services that could be applied to MICE. Would we find them…? IVS2025...
Tourism EXPO Japan 2025 Aichi, Chubu & Hokuriku will be held for the first time in Aichi at Aichi Sky Expo from September 25–28, 2025. As Japan’s largest and one of the world’s leading comprehensive tourism events, this year’s edition adopts the theme “Rediscovering the Wisdom of Travel.” Positioned to drive tourism across the wider...
Opened in 2024, “Messe Taoyuan” (桃園会展中心, Taoyuan Convention and Exhibition Center) stands at Taiwan’s gateway as a new landmark that blends artistry with functionality. It is designed as an ideal platform for large-scale international conferences, specialized trade fairs, corporate events, and industry exchange. With the potential to elevate Taiwan’s MICE industry into an Asia–Pacific hub,...