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Local Government and Business Location Fair 2026

The Japan Management Association (JMA), headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the upcoming Local Government and Business Location Fair 2026, scheduled for July 8-10, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. This year’s event promises an exciting lineup, featuring over 50 seminars focusing on pivotal topics such as AI advancements and disaster prevention initiatives. As a platform uniting 168 companies and organizations, the event aims to address local government and business interactions, providing attendees with insights and solutions tailored to meet evolving challenges.

Comprehensive Venue Layout

The event will showcase a well-organized venue map that clearly delineates exhibition booths across various zones, allowing participants to navigate effectively according to their interests. This is a fantastic opportunity for local governments and enterprises to engage in collaborative efforts and showcase innovations that aim at enhancing community welfare.

Areas of Focus:

• - Eight exhibition areas dedicated to local government engagement.
• - Special Zone for Private-Public Collaboration in Tokyo, prioritizing dialogue between government agencies and private entities.
• - Future Strategic Zones supported by the Cabinet Office’s Future Strategy Headquarters.
• - Disaster Prevention Exchange Plaza, where attendees can engage with the latest topics on disaster readiness and climate resilience.

Seminar Highlights

The fair will host a diverse range of seminars designed to equip attendees with knowledge and strategies to implement within their organizations and communities. Here’s an overview of notable sessions:

Day 1: July 8

• - Generative AI and Local Business

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Speakers:
- Takayuki Fukatsu, Representative of THE GUILD
- Masahiro Watanabe, COO of StoryHub
- Masashi Kunido, Representative of miibo

• - Human Capital Management in Local Governments

Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Speakers include various local government officials discussing effective human capital strategies in the AI era.

Day 2: July 9

• - Tokyo Fire Department’s Safe Practices

Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Discussing initiatives to enhance public safety through innovative emergency preparedness measures.

• - Speaker’s Corner

Time: 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
A gathering for key policymakers to discuss future-oriented strategies for local governance.

Event Details

The Local Government and Business Location Fair 2026 will run daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Tokyo Big Sight’s West Exhibition Halls 3 and 4. Entry to the event is free, but prior registration is required.

Previous Success and Attendance

The last event drew over 8,600 participants, showcasing an impressive turnout from 354 organizations across 46 prefectures. Attendees also included representatives from 100 exhibiting companies and approximately 2,500 seminar participants.

For those interested in attending, registration is now open. To learn more, please visit the official event page on the JMA website.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, feel free to reach the Local Government Fair Management Office at JMA via email at [email protected].

About the Japan Management Association

Founded in 1949, JMA has played a vital role in promoting management modernization and efficiency in Japan. Our core philosophy focuses on achieving harmony between management, humanity, and science, contributing to sustainable societal development and continuous innovation in the realm of Japanese management practices.

Official Website: Japan Management Association