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Discover the Future at Smart City Festa 2026

Tokyo is embracing the digital age by launching its Smart City initiatives to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The city is geared towards creating a more convenient and enjoyable environment leveraging cutting-edge digital technology. This year marks the fifth installment of the annual "Smart City Festa," which promises exciting experiences featuring the latest in smart technology.

Event Details

The Smart City Festa will occur over three days:
Dates:

• - April 24, 2026 (Friday) from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• - April 25-26, 2026 (Saturday & Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Location:

• - Shinjuku Station West Exit Plaza Event Corner
• - Route 4, Shinjuku Chuo Park Fun More Time Square

For more details, visit our official event website.

Engage with Groundbreaking Smart Services

Attendees can immerse themselves in various smart services designed to enhance daily life. Highlights include a digital twin model of future Nishi-Shinjuku, showcasing how advanced digital technology can reshape urban living. The event will also introduce next-generation mobility solutions and assistive vehicles to empower individuals with disabilities.

One highlight includes a unique walking experience using a four-legged robot, allowing participants to gain insights into the mobility options of the future.

Experience Next-Gen Mobility

Get hands-on with next-generation mobility solutions that enable seamless transportation by simply shifting your center of gravity. Participants can also engage with delivery robots designed to assist in nearby mobility, making it particularly relevant in our aging society. This showcases how technology can solve real-world challenges.

Fun for Kids!

The festival is also designed with family-oriented activities, offering engaging experiences for children. Kids will have the chance to operate ride-on robots, play in interactive digital sandpits, and enjoy their own creations in an exciting drawing race. These initiatives will guarantee a fun-filled day for the younger audience.

Community Collaboration Programs

The event is not just about technology; it is deeply rooted in community engagement. Collaborating with local management agencies and universities, there will be workshops like "Creating Vtuber Avatars" tailored for kids, along with health information sessions led by nearby medical institutions.

Related Events

Moreover, Smart City Festa 2026 is a prelude to the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 event, taking place at Tokyo Big Sight after the festival. This major global innovation conference will gather startups, investors, and urban planners from around the world, culminating in activities suitable for all ages on the last day.

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 Overview:

• - Content: Asia's largest global innovation conference featuring major players in startups and urban development
• - Dates: April 27-28, 2026 (Business days) and April 29, 2026 (Public day - Free Entry)

Visit SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 for more information.

Conclusion

The Smart City Festa is an integral part of Tokyo’s vision towards the "2050 Tokyo Strategy," specifically targeting digital advancements to improve the Quality of Life for residents. Everyone is invited to join this pioneering festival!

Contact Information:
To learn more about the event, please contact the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Digital Service Bureau at 03-5320-7622 or through email: S1100301(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp (replace (at) with @ for emailing).