Event
TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND
- When
- Tue, December 15, 2026 · 1:00 AM – Thu, December 17, 2026 · 7:00 AM
- Where
- Multiple venues across Nagoya
- City
- nagoya
TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND is an international technology and innovation festival bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, corporations, and professionals from around the world.
Held in Nagoya, a region with a strong manufacturing and industrial heritage, the event aims to connect cutting-edge technologies with global business opportunities and address major societal challenges.
Under the theme "BEYOND," the third edition seeks to go beyond traditional industry boundaries and encourage new collaborations between different sectors, cultures, and regions.
The conference focuses on six key themes: Mobility, Global Environment, Materials, Life Sciences, Advanced Technologies, and Stories of the Future.
The three-day program includes keynote speeches, conference sessions, startup pitch contests, exhibitions, speed business meetings, networking events, and city-wide side events.
The previous edition in 2026 brought together more than 5,500 visitors from 39 countries and regions, featuring over 420 speakers, 250 exhibitors, and 1,050 business meetings.
Why Attend
For startups, TechGALA offers opportunities to showcase their technologies, connect with potential investors and corporate partners, and explore business opportunities through exhibitions, pitch contests, and structured business-matching programs.
For corporations and investors, the event provides access to emerging technologies and startups across multiple industries. The Speed Business Meetings program is particularly valuable for companies seeking potential partners for open innovation, joint development, and new business creation.
For international participants, TechGALA provides an opportunity to connect with Japan's regional innovation ecosystem beyond Tokyo. Nagoya and the surrounding Chubu region have strong foundations in manufacturing and engineering, making the event particularly relevant for those interested in mobility, advanced materials, robotics, and industrial technology.
The event also offers AI-powered Japanese-English translation support for its main programs, helping international participants communicate with Japanese startups, investors, and business leaders.
Fee
Paid admission. TechGALA offers four ticket categories, with Regular/Early Bird prices:
- Executive: ¥100,000/¥80,000
- Business Meeting: ¥25,000/¥20,000
- Visitor: ¥10,000/¥8,000
- Side Event: Free
Early-bird prices are available until November 13, 2026. All prices include tax.
Each ticket provides different access to sessions, exhibitions, networking, and business-matching programs. Side Event tickets only grant access to side events.
Registration
Advanced registration and ticket purchase are required.
Participants can choose from Executive, Business Meeting, Visitor, and Side Event tickets depending on their objectives and desired level of participation.
Business-matching sessions require separate advance applications.
Organizer
Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium, including:
- Central Japan Economic Federation
- Nagoya University
- Aichi Prefecture
- City of Nagoya
- City of Hamamatsu