CEATEC 2026 Event Overview
A visitor guide to CEATEC 2026 — one of Japan's largest technology expos, held at Makuhari Messe — covering highlights, access, and sessions to watch.
Event Overview
CEATEC is one of Japan’s largest CPS/IoT exhibitions, held every autumn at Makuhari Messe. Leading companies in consumer electronics, semiconductors, telecommunications, mobility, and energy showcase their latest solutions, making it a key venue for B2B meetings, open innovation, and policy dialogue.
Dates and Venue
The event takes place at Makuhari Messe (Chiba, Makuhari). The venue connects directly to JR Kaihin-Makuhari Station on the Keiyo Line from central Tokyo, with limousine bus service from both Haneda and Narita airports. Over several days, keynotes, corporate pavilions, a startup zone, and conference sessions run in parallel.
Sessions to Watch
Keynotes typically address internationally relevant themes — AI, sustainability, robotics, and next-generation mobility — alongside pitch sessions from startups with overseas ambitions and showcases from Japanese government agencies. Overseas press and investor participation has grown steadily. Please refer to the official site for the latest details.