Takamiya Set to Host Innovative Agricultural Event TAP EXPO 2026

Takamiya to Host TAP EXPO 2026: A New Era for Agriculture

Takamiya Corporation, headquartered in Osaka and Tokyo, is taking significant steps towards revolutionizing the agricultural sector with the announcement of TAP EXPO 2026. This innovative event will occur from October 29 to November 1, 2026, at the TAKAMIYA AGRIBUSINESS PARK (TAP) in Hanyu, Saitama. It aims to create a collaborative platform focusing on sustainable agricultural solutions, making strides towards accomplishing what could be likened to an “Agricultural Silicon Valley.”

Addressing Structural Challenges in Agriculture

Japan's agricultural landscape is at a tipping point, grappling with multiple structural challenges—declining workforce numbers, aging farmers, ensuring food security, and responding to climate change. The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture reports that the core agricultural workforce is projected to decrease from approximately 1.76 million in 2015 to around 1.04 million by 2025, with an average age of 67.7 years. Additionally, the projected food self-sufficiency rate for the year 2024 is a mere 38%, underscoring an urgent need to bolster domestic food production capabilities.

These multifaceted issues cannot be addressed by the agricultural sector alone. It requires collaborative efforts across various domains such as IoT, robotics, AI, energy, logistics, finance, and education. A comprehensive approach that integrates different technologies and services, supported by cross-industry cooperation from inception to implementation, is essential for overcoming these challenges.

What is TAP?

TAKAMIYA AGRIBUSINESS PARK (TAP) serves as a demonstration hub for agricultural innovation. Unlike conventional facilities, TAP is designed to support multifaceted collaborations between enterprises, municipalities, research institutions, and education organizations. This space spans approximately 30,000 square meters and aims to foster integrated developments—from technology research and validation to implementation and commercialization. TAP aims to merge interests and expertise from diverse fields, leading to groundbreaking agricultural solutions reminiscent of Silicon Valley.

TAP EXPO 2026: An Immersive Agricultural Experience

TAP EXPO 2026 stands out as a comprehensive agricultural event designed to showcase the TAP concept through demonstration, interaction, and experience. What sets this event apart is the decision to host it on an actual farm rather than in a traditional urban exhibition space. Exhibits will not only include agricultural robots, drones, and AI but will provide hands-on experiences, allowing participants to see how these technologies operate under real agricultural conditions. This approach ensures attendees can evaluate the feasibility and challenges of various technologies in authentic environments.

The event will utilize its extensive testing grounds, encouraging business discussions and negotiations among attendees while also facilitating dialogue among diverse stakeholders from various sectors. Businesses participating in the expo can share their solutions to agricultural challenges within a broader social context, showcasing their technologies’ potential and opening doors to new business opportunities and collaborations.

Call for Partners

To maximize the impact of TAP EXPO 2026, Takamiya is calling for sponsorships, exhibitors, and cooperative municipal partners who are interested in exploring the agricultural market. Participating in the event presents a unique opportunity to engage in a collaborative network focused on addressing agricultural challenges while crafting new market possibilities.

Application Deadline: August 7, 2026
Spaces are limited, and applications will close once the maximum number of participants is reached. For more details on participation, please refer to the official TAP EXPO 2026 website.

Planned Features of the Event

TAP EXPO 2026 intends to offer a range of content for both general visitors and businesses, municipalities, and research institutions wanting to engage in validation, collaboration, and co-creation. The event will encourage attendees to not just observe but to experience and engage in dialogue, making meaningful connections that lead to substantive action in agriculture.

Key Planned Activities:

- Demonstrations of advanced agricultural technology on the 30,000㎡ testing field
- Showcasing AI, agricultural robots, and smart farming technologies
- Drone displays and live demonstrations
- Interactive harvesting experiences
- Educational contents related to food production
- Local markets and kitchen areas
- Sessions by businesses, municipalities, and research institutions
- Networking and interactive plans across industries

The event aims to create a platform where everyone, from the general public interested in agriculture to organizations considering entry or expansion into the sector, can observe, learn, and connect.

Event Details

Event Name: TAP EXPO 2026
Date: October 29 to November 1, 2026
Location: TAKAMIYA AGRIBUSINESS PARK
Address: 348-0013 Saitama, Hanyu City, Hino-te Shinoda 130-1
Format: In-person event
Target Audience: Sponsoring and exhibiting companies, municipal partners
Application Deadline: August 7, 2026
Entry Fee: Free for attendees, though pre-registration may be required for some aspects.
Official Website: TAP EXPO 2026
Contact: TAP EXPO 2026 Secretariat at [email protected]

About Takamiya Corporation

Established in 1969, Takamiya is a prominent player in the construction sector, dealing in provisional materials and diverse product offerings including housing materials, structural materials, agricultural houses, and disaster prevention systems. The company is dedicated to enhancing safety and workability across various “on-site” operations, contributing significantly to industry advancements.

- CEO: Kazumasa Takamiya
- Main Offices: Osaka City and Tokyo
- Website: Takamiya Corporation