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Makuhari Messe, located in Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, is one of Japan's largest multi-purpose convention facilities. It boasts excellent access from central Tokyo and both Haneda and Narita airports, and is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Kaihin-Makuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line. Equipped with vast exhibition halls and international conference facilities, it is a hub for business where cutting-edge information is constantly gathered.

In September 2026, Makuhari Messe will host a packed schedule of important exhibitions related to "manufacturing," a cornerstone of Japan's industry. We'll thoroughly introduce three must-see exhibitions where you can experience the future of manufacturing!

1. JASIS 2026

Exhibition Overview

JASIS (Japan Analytical Instruments Manufacturers' Association) is Asia's largest exhibition of cutting-edge scientific and analytical systems and solutions, jointly organized by the Japan Analytical Instruments Manufacturers' Association and the Japan Scientific Instruments Association. It brings together analytical and scientific instruments essential for research and development and quality control, supporting the resolution of challenges in a wide range of fields, from new material development to life sciences and environmental measures.

• Date:September 2, 2026 (Wed) - September 4, 2026 (Fri)
• venue:Makuhari Messe International Exhibition and Conference Hall

Features

• The fusion of AI and "analysis and measurement":You can experience cutting-edge solutions for the digital age, such as the automation of experimental design and advanced data analysis brought about by advancements in generative AI, and autonomous experiments in cooperation with robots.
• A learning space that engages all five senses:While it's a hybrid event combining the online "JASIS WebExpo®" with a physical venue, the physical venue places a strong emphasis on demonstrations where attendees can directly interact with the latest equipment and engage in in-depth conversations with engineers.
• Overwhelming scale:With over 430 companies and organizations exhibiting and an expected attendance of more than 24,000 visitors from both Japan and abroad, it is the industry's largest information dissemination platform.

Recommended for these types of companies

• Companies aiming to accelerate and improve the accuracy of research and development (R&D) in fields such as new materials, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food.
• Companies that want to advance the digital transformation of their research processes by incorporating AI into the automation of experiments and data analysis.
• Manufacturers who want to differentiate themselves from competitors by building a sophisticated quality assurance and quality control system.

2. Factory Innovation Week [Autumn]

Exhibition Overview

Factory Innovation Week [Autumn] is a massive, multi-faceted exhibition designed to comprehensively address major challenges facing modern manufacturing, such as digital transformation (DX), automation, decarbonization, and labor shortage countermeasures. It covers solutions necessary for advanced factory operations, including smart factories, industrial robots, and carbon-neutral technologies.

• Date:September 9th (Wed) to September 11th (Fri) 2026
• venue:Makuhari Messe Exhibition Halls 1-3

Features

• It consists of four specialized exhibitions:It consists of four specialized exhibitions: "Smart Factory EXPO," "RoboDEX," "Manufacturing Carbon Neutrality Exhibition," and "Manufacturing Labor Shortage Countermeasures EXPO," allowing for efficient information gathering tailored to your company's objectives.
• Realizing the Smart Factory:Numerous practical ideas that can be immediately implemented will be on display, ranging from factory visualization using IoT technology to automation of manufacturing lines utilizing AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and collaborative robots.
• Creating sustainable factories:We offer a wide range of expert proposals to strongly support the "decarbonization and greening" of factories, including energy-saving equipment, clean energy, and waste reduction technologies.

Recommended for these types of companies

• Companies are accelerating efforts to move away from analog management within their factories and improve productivity through data utilization (factory digital transformation).
• Companies struggling with labor shortages are specifically considering ways to reduce manpower and reduce labor costs through robots and automated equipment.
• A factory manager wants to implement concrete measures to meet the greenhouse gas reduction targets (carbon neutrality) demanded by business partners and society.

3. The 17th High-Performance Materials Week [Tokyo Exhibition]

Exhibition Overview

High-Performance Materials Week [Tokyo Exhibition] is one of the world's largest exhibitions bringing together high-performance materials (films, plastics, metals, ceramics, sustainable materials, etc.). It covers not only cutting-edge materials, but also all the technologies and supply chains that support the materials industry, from their development, manufacturing, and processing to bonding and joining technologies, and inspection and analysis equipment.

• Date:September 30, 2026 (Wed) – October 2, 2026 (Fri)
• venue:Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall

Features

• World-leading materials technology:High-performance materials that dramatically increase the added value of products—such as lightweight materials, highly durable materials, heat dissipation solutions, and improved conductivity and insulation—are gathered from all over the world.
• Focus on "sustainable materials":The exhibits on bioplastics, recycling technologies, and environmentally friendly materials have been significantly enhanced, offering hints directly relevant to product design in the decarbonized era.
• Synergy with concurrently held exhibitions:Events such as "Photonix" and "FINETECH JAPAN," which deal with light and laser technology, will be held concurrently, allowing you to seamlessly check everything from material selection to processing and evaluation techniques.

Recommended for these types of companies

• Designers and developers seeking material breakthroughs such as "lighter weight," "higher strength," and "improved heat resistance" in the development of next-generation products.
• Product designers who want to use environmentally friendly materials in product packaging and casings to showcase their company's contributions to SDGs and sustainability.
• Manufacturing engineers who want to learn the latest laser and joining technologies related to material processing and optimize production processes.

*Please register in advance and come visit Makuhari Messe this autumn.

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