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...
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...
What Are Unique Venues? Unique venues refer to event locations that offer distinctive experiences beyond conventional meeting rooms or hotel banquet halls. These venues include places that are not typically used for events, such as historic buildings, museums, industrial heritage sites, gardens set in natural surroundings, and even waterfront facilities. By utilizing spaces with cultural,...
What modes of transportation do you usually choose for long-distance business trips? High-speed rail, company cars, and air travel are likely the most common options. At the company behind MICE TIMES ONLINE, ferries are also frequently used—specifically long-distance ferry routes. In the past, we have shared onboard reports on Orange Ferry and PanStar Cruise Ferry....
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Orange Ferry offers a convenient transportation option for travelers heading to Ehime. Operating between Osaka Nanko Port and Toyo Port in Ehime Prefecture, the ferry is not only a means of getting from point A to point B, but also a distinctive option that allows passengers to spend their travel time comfortably while continuing to...
In December, I joined a trial tour conducted as part of Mie Prefecture’s “Model Course Development Project for Corporate MI Programs.” Within the prefectural government, the International Tourism Promotion Division has staff dedicated to MICE and high value-added tourism, and the prefecture is making a concerted effort to attract MICE events. This article introduces the...
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...
In January 2026, the ALGS Year 5 Championship, the world championship of the globally popular game Apex Legends, will be held in Sapporo, Hokkaido. On the following day, a career information session focused on employment opportunities in the game industry and aimed at gaming fans is also scheduled to take place. The World’s Highest-Level Competition:...
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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...
The “BitSummit PUNCH,” one of Japan’s largest indie game events, has been announced to take place over three days from Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Miyako Messe in Kyoto. The theme for 2026 is “High Impact.” With a mission to share Japan’s most exciting indie games with the world, BitSummit has...
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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With excitement from Osaka Comic Con during Golden Week still fresh, Tokyo Comic Con 2025 has been announced for three days from Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba. The 2024 edition drew a total of 74,290 visitors, and this major pop-culture event—closely watched by MICE professionals worldwide—returns this...
Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, “KYOTO NIPPON FESTIVAL,” which has shared the beauty and culture of Japan with the world, will present “KYOTO NIPPON FESTIVAL 2026 – Beyond time, the garden blooms –” at the historic Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto) from February 1 to May 24, 2026. Artist Mika Ninagawa, the creative team...
Imperial Hotel, Ltd. will begin accepting reservations for “Imperial Hotel Kyoto,” which opens on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. Carrying forward the architectural design of Yasaka Kaikan, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property, the property draws attention as a new-era small luxury hotel that harmonizes with Gion’s historic streetscape....
Held in the manufacturing hub of Nagoya every odd-numbered year in autumn, Mechatronics Technology Japan (MECT) is one of Japan’s largest specialized exhibitions for machine tools and FA technologies. Marking its 20th edition, MECT2025 is slated to host a record 524 exhibitors, making it the largest machine tool trade fair in Japan this year. The...