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Tama Future Industry Fair 2023

The Tama Future Industry Fair is gearing up for its fourth edition, scheduled for January 22 and 23, 2023, at the Tokyo Tama Future Messe. This grand exhibition offers a unique opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Tokyo, Saitama, Kanagawa, and Yamanashi areas to showcase their innovative products and services. With the aspiration to foster a sustainable ecosystem for innovation in the Tama region, the fair promises to be a key event for local businesses to connect and collaborate.

Event Overview

• - Dates: January 22 (10 AM - 5 PM) and January 23 (10 AM - 4 PM)
• - Venue: Tokyo Tama Future Messe, a five-minute walk from JR Hachioji Station.
• - Organizer: Tama Innovation Ecosystem Committee.

This year's event anticipates a significant increase in scale, with an estimated 170 exhibitors and around 8,000 visitors expected. The fair is not just about displaying products; it includes business negotiations, special lectures, networking sessions for exhibitors, hands-on workshops, and experiential booths for general visitors.

Call for Exhibitors

The registration period for exhibitors runs from July 23 to September 10, 2023, at 5 PM. There are no exhibition fees, but costs for transportation and setup will be borne by the exhibitors. Interested participants can apply through the official website here, where detailed guidelines and terms of exhibition are also available.

Key Benefits of Participation:

• - Increased Exhibitor Numbers: The fair has expanded from 150 exhibitors last time to 170 this year, maximizing exhibition opportunities.
• - Rich Programming for Business: Enhanced sessions designed specifically for business attendees promise a more fruitful exchange of ideas.
• - Support for Exhibitors: Additional resources for exhibitors, including support for pitch events and assistance with creating introduction videos, will aid participants in maximizing their impact at the fair.

Event Highlights.

The forum's structure encourages dynamic engagement, as it accommodates both business professionals and general consumers, ensuring feedback is readily available from diverse audiences. It allows participating companies to explore potential collaborations with various sectors they might not usually consider.

Insights from Past Exhibitors

Sapuru Co. reported valuable encounters with local manufacturing firms during the fair, where the demand for their technical capabilities became more evident, leading to new contractual agreements and increased recognition within the community.

Signate Co. value the extensive support from the organizing committee, which provided effective exhibition management know-how. They also appreciated the opportunity to interact with visitors, yielding unexpected insights that propelled their business development.

Sayama Mold Co., Ltd. experienced enhanced networking opportunities, discovering potential partners that could complement their technological strengths. They noted the environment of the fair facilitated easy exchanges among exhibitors and attendees, promoting fruitful interactions.

By adhering to the objectives outlined in the Tokyo 2050 Strategy, this event aims to create an industry showcase that utilizes the unique characteristics of the region and spurs innovation. In an era where collaboration is vital, the Tama Future Industry Fair stands as a beacon for SMEs looking to thrive in a connected economy.

For inquiries regarding the event and its application process, please contact the Tama Innovation Ecosystem Committee at 03-5320-5982, or reach out to the fair's operational office at 03-6416-1144.