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Nurse Fest 2026: A Celebration of the Nursing Profession

On June 13 and 14, 2026, Japan's largest nursing event, Nurse Fest 2026, was held at the Shinjuku Sumitomo Building's triangular plaza. Organized by SMS Co., Ltd., a company focused on career services for nurses, this vibrant event attracted over 9,000 attendees, providing a rich platform for celebration, learning, and connection among nursing professionals and students.

Themed around the motto "I'm truly glad to be a nurse," Nurse Fest aimed to empower both current nurses and nursing students, showcasing a bustling environment filled with practical workshops, engaging speakers, and supportive sponsors. With over 90 companies participating, the event emphasized not only professional growth but also personal well-being and community spirit.

Engaging Activities and Unique Experiences

The festival featured a variety of unique, nurse-centric activities designed to elicit laughter and deepen connections among professionals. Highlights included the “Arm-1 Grand Prix,” where attendees celebrated the unique challenges of their profession, and the interactive session “Nurse's Realities,” generating a wave of camaraderie through shared experiences and humor.

One of the standout initiatives was the “Next Year, I Declare!” campaign, where participants wrote their professional goals on custom cards, fostering motivation and accountability among peers. An exclusive space for managers offered candid discussions and seminars, allowing leaders to share insights beyond their workplace boundaries.

Popular returning elements from the previous year included the “Nurse's Reward Darts” and a surprising array of useful work items available at the “Work Support Market,” both of which drew significant crowds throughout the fest.

A particularly notable attraction on June 14 was a moving surgical room from the film TOKYO MER: Emergency Medical Room – CAPITAL CRISIS. Many attendees enjoyed photo ops with the display alongside costumes from the film, enhancing the interactive atmosphere.

In addition to physical activities, the event offered a spirited