Event
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 is an international conference and exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in smart cities and sustainable urban development. Held in Keihanna Science City, the event brings together startups, corporations, researchers, and government leaders to explore solutions in AI, mobility, energy, digital transformation, and smart infrastructure. Through exhibitions, keynote sessions, and business matching, the expo fosters collaboration and highlights technologies shaping the cities of the future.
- When
- Thu, October 8, 2026 · 1:00 AM – Fri, October 9, 2026 · 8:00 AM
- Where
- Keihanna Plaza, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
- City
- kyoto
About the Event
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 is one of Japan's leading international events dedicated to smart city innovation, bringing together governments, startups, corporations, researchers, and technology providers to explore the future of sustainable urban development. Held annually in Keihanna Science City—one of Japan's premier R&D and open innovation hubs—the expo serves as a platform for showcasing next-generation technologies and fostering cross-sector collaboration.
The event features exhibitions, keynote sessions, business matching opportunities, startup pitch events, and symposiums covering AI, digital transformation, energy, mobility, health tech, food tech, smart manufacturing, and urban infrastructure. By connecting industry, academia, and the public sector, Kyoto Smart City Expo highlights how emerging technologies can address real-world challenges while creating new business opportunities.
Why Attend?
- Explore the latest smart city technologies from Japan and abroad.
- Connect with startups, corporations, government agencies, and research institutions.
- Attend seminars and pitch events focused on AI, sustainability, and digital transformation.
- Discover business and collaboration opportunities within the Keihanna innovation ecosystem.
Admission
Free (Advance registration required.)
Registration
Advance online registration is required for all attendees.
Organizer
Kyoto Smart City Expo Organizing Committee
Official Website
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 Official Website
Short Description (under 100 words)
Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 is one of Japan's leading international events focused on smart city innovation and sustainable urban development. Held in Keihanna Science City, the expo brings together startups, corporations, researchers, and government leaders to showcase emerging technologies in AI, digital transformation, energy, mobility, and smart infrastructure. Through exhibitions, keynote sessions, business matching, and startup pitches, the event promotes collaboration across industries while highlighting practical solutions for building more connected, resilient, and sustainable cities.