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Create Value Together at the 2026 Manufacturing Technology Exhibition

On June 11, 2026, a unique consultation exhibition titled "Manufacturing Technologies for Enhanced Product Design 2026" will take place in Hamamatsucho, Tokyo. This event aims to connect professionals with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies that can create new, user-centric product experiences defined by comfort, quality, beauty, and excitement.

Japan’s manufacturing sector remains rich in potential for developing high-value-added products and sustainable innovations. This exhibition is an excellent opportunity for professionals in product design and development to explore materials, processing techniques, molding, embellishments, and surface treatment technologies that can significantly enhance added value.

Why Attend This Event?

• - Comprehensive Insights: Its compact, high-density format allows attendees to research technologies across diverse fields in one setting.
• - Real-Time Discussions: Participants can engage directly with technical experts while examining actual product samples.
• - Application Exploration: Discover new possibilities for leveraging unique technologies as solutions to existing challenges and gain valuable insights.

Event Overview

• - Name: Manufacturing Technologies for Enhanced Product Design 2026
• - Date: June 11, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• - Location: Hamamatsucho, Tokyo (5-minute walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station)
• - Admission: Free (Pre-registration required)
• - Organizer: Nikkei Monozukuri
• - Collaborators: Nikkei Cross Tech, Nikkei Design
• - Special Website: Visit here

Featured Presentation

One of the highlights of this event includes a special presentation by Sharp Corporation, showcasing the development process behind their AI companion robot, "Poketomo". This presentation will dive into the challenges of creating a relatable AI, focusing on how affection is materialized in the design process for this robot.

Admission is free, but please register in advance. For more details, visit the special website: Click here.

Please note that attendance is primarily for professionals involved in product design, product planning, research and development, engineering, production technology, and procurement—particularly those responsible for outsourcing design and manufacturing.

Real Exhibition Consultation Forums

The event will feature three unique real exhibition consultation forums under the series "Manufacturing Partner Forum". This series aims to create connections between individuals who need technology and those who provide it, facilitating breakthrough solutions in manufacturing.

This consultation forum is an essential gathering for anyone involved in innovative product design and the development of new manufacturing processes, emphasizing the collaboration necessary to grow within the competitive landscape of the industry. Don't miss the chance to be part of this forward-thinking event!