About this expo
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 is an international B2B and B2G event dedicated to fostering innovation and business exchanges within the smart city sector. Held annually at Keihanna Plaza in Seika-cho, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, on October 8-9, 2026, the expo leverages Keihanna Science City's reputation as a hub for R&D-driven open innovation. It serves as a crucial platform for professionals, global companies, research institutions, and government leaders to collaborate on smart city concepts.
The event attracts a diverse audience including governments, startups, corporations, researchers, and technology providers from across Japan and beyond, facilitating exchanges between local governments and private enterprises. Core exhibit sectors span Meta-verse, Smart Factory / Work, Health and Femtech, AI / Bigdata, Energy / SmartLife, Foodtech, Digital transformation, Mobility, Smart manufacturing, and Urban infrastructure. Attendees can also participate in concurrent programs such as seminars, symposiums, business matching opportunities, startup pitch events, and ideathons, including a Special Dialogue Session featuring Prof. Hiroshi Ishiguro and Ms. Mahoro Uchida, and University Collaboration Sessions for 2026.
Highlights
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- Annual event since 2014
- Attracted 11,000 visitors (2025)
- Held at Keihanna Plaza, Seika-cho, Kyoto Prefecture
- Includes concurrent seminars, business matching, and startup pitch events
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 take place?+
The event is held annually on October 8-9, 2026, at Keihanna Plaza in Seika-cho, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
Who organizes Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026?+
The event is organized by THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE OF KYOTO SMART CITY EXPO, with Sakura International Inc. serving as the administrative secretariat.
What industries and products are covered at the expo?+
The expo covers Meta-verse, Smart Factory / Work, Health and Femtech, AI / Bigdata, Energy / SmartLife, Foodtech, Digital transformation, Mobility, Smart manufacturing, and Urban infrastructure.
How can I attend or exhibit at Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026?+
Admission is free but requires registration. For exhibition and sponsorship, applications must be submitted by July 31, 2026.
Is there a cost to attend Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026?+
Admission to the event is free, but registration is required.