Unveiling the Future of AI: Key Speakers at AI Expo Osaka 2026 in January

AI Expo Osaka 2026: Leading the AI Revolution

The countdown to AI Expo Osaka 2026 has officially begun! This major event will take place at My DOME Osaka on January 21-22, 2026. Organized by AIsmiley, Japan's largest AI portal media, the expo aims to accelerate the implementation of AI in society, creating a dynamic platform for innovation and collaboration.

Having achieved impressive attendance of 3,393 visitors during its inaugural event in January 2025, the expo undeniably highlights the enthusiasm for AI adoption across the Kansai region. This time around, the event will feature over 50 exhibiting companies and 100 products, alongside more than 30 conferences led by top industry leaders.

In this article, we will introduce seven prominent speakers announced as part of the third wave of conference speakers. These experts will delve into the latest AI trends that are reshaping industries and businesses.

Notion: Building a Collaborative Future with AI Agents

One of the highlighted sessions will be presented by Katsuki Nishi, General Manager of Notion Labs Japan. Titled "How to Leverage AI Agents as Your 'AI Teammates'," this talk will take place on January 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 1:40 PM. Katsuki will demonstrate how to utilize Notion as a hub for knowledge and workflow, incorporating AI agents effectively into team operations.

Snowflake: Safeguarding Data with AI Agents

Shigeki Kusano, Head of Third Solution Engineering at Snowflake, will present the session "Moving Operations with AI and Data: Creating a Secure Foundation and Utilizing AI Assistants". This keynote scheduled for the same day from 2:00 PM to 2:40 PM will explore the principles of designing, implementing, and operating AI agents while ensuring data security and governance.

Kyocera: Nurturing the Next Generation of DX Talent

The afternoon will also include an insightful session by Jun Kinoshita, a DX Consultant at Kyocera Communications Systems. He will discuss "Leading the Future with AI and Talent Development in the DX Era," emphasizing the importance of developing DX talent to accelerate AI utilization across organizations. His talk is set for 4:00 PM to 4:40 PM.

Other notable speakers include Shinji Hagiwara, DX Evangelist at Kyocera Corporation, who will talk about grassroots AI initiatives in manufacturing, and Mugen Taiko, AI Promotion Office leader at Daihatsu, who will share practical insights on AI application and talent development.

Overcoming Generative AI Challenges

Ryousuke Unagi, Senior Account Executive at SIGNATE, will address the hurdles businesses face in leveraging generative AI in his conference, "Overcoming Barriers to Generative AI Utilization" scheduled from 1:50 PM to 2:20 PM.

The Future of Information Use in the AI Era

Lastly, Tadashi Fujio from Nikkei will showcase how AI agents can revolutionize information management in his talk, "Harnessing AI Agents and Nihon Keizai Shimbun to Explore the Future of Information Utilization".

All sessions are designed to offer invaluable insights and showcase the latest trends in AI and its application across various industries.

Free Registration: Simple and Quick

Registration for the expo is completely free and only takes about 30 seconds. Attendees can expect a gathering of 3,500 people, engaging discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities.