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Railway Industry Exploration Fair 2026

The Railway Industry Exploration Fair 2026 will take place from August 7th to 9th, 2026 at the Shinjuku Sumitomo Hall in Tokyo. This innovative recruitment event, organized by Sankei Shimbun, offers a direct recruitment platform targeting around 3000 promising STEM students highly interested in railway careers.

Event Highlights

This fair will host about 50 exhibiting companies, offering them a unique opportunity to connect with future railway talents. The event aligns with the 2026 National High School Railway Model Contest, expecting around 10,000 attendees. This synergy allows exhibitors to directly engage with a talented and highly motivated group of students.

Optimized Networking Opportunities

One of the event's most significant advantages is the simultaneous hosting of the railway model contest. This provides instant access to students and educators passionate about railway technologies. Exhibitors can conduct company presentations and recruit potential candidates right in their booths, combining business discussions with engaging activities related to railway models.

Benefits for Exhibitors

Participating in the Railway Industry Exploration Fair 2026 offers four key benefits for companies looking to hire:

1. Direct Access to Engaged Students: The event occurs within the same venue as the model contest, ensuring contact with students who possess a keen interest in railway innovations. Participants at last year’s contest came from about 180 schools, highlighting the event's broad outreach.

2. Exclusive Networking Events: Exhibitors will have special access to a networking party that includes faculty members from participating schools and university professors. This is an invaluable chance to build direct relationships with educators and future professionals in the railway sector.

3. Cost-Effective Solutions: The exhibition fee for a basic booth setup, including conference tables and chairs, is a competitive 1.2 million yen (tax excluded) for all three days. This fee is significantly lower than rates for other job fairs, maximizing return on investment.

4. Targeted Outreach to STEM Students: In partnership with Acaric, Japan's top job platform for STEM undergraduates, we expect to significantly enhance student attendance at the fair. Acaric will be instrumental in attracting high-caliber students pursuing degrees in science and engineering.

Event Details

• - Dates: August 7 (Friday) to August 9 (Sunday), 2026
• - Venue: Shinjuku Sumitomo Hall, B2F, directly connected to the station and equipped with weather-independent indoor spaces.
• - Target Audience: Approximately 3000 students expected to graduate in March 2028 (predominantly high school second-year, university third-year, and four-year technical college students).

Registration Deadline

Companies interested in exhibiting must apply by April 30th, 2026. We appreciate your understanding regarding the short planning period and encourage prompt confirmation of your participation.

For any inquiries or further details, our team is available for online or face-to-face consultations. Feel free to reach out for assistance at any time.

Thank you for considering this opportunity!

Contact Information

Railway Industry Exploration Fair Organizing Office - Sankei Shimbun Business Headquarters
1-7-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8077
Phone: 03-3273-6180 (Weekdays 11am - 5pm)
Email: [email protected]

Official Website

For more information, please visit: Railway Career.