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AI Expo Osaka 2026: Pioneering the Next Generation of AI

The AI Expo Osaka 2026 is set to take place on January 21-22, 2026 at the MyDome Osaka, featuring over 50 exhibiting companies showcasing 100 innovative AI products. This event promises to be a hub for industry professionals eager to explore how artificial intelligence can revolutionize business practices and cultivate talent matching opportunities in a collaborative environment between humans and AI.

This event follows the successful inaugural AI Expo held in January 2025, which attracted an impressive 3,393 visitors and highlighted the eagerness for AI integration within the Kansai region. For its second iteration, the expo ramps up with 30+ conferences discussing leading-edge AI trends and solutions, further promoting the actual implementation of AI into society.

The Rise of AI-Powered Talent Matching
One of the standout sessions will focus on the transformative potential of AI in talent matching. Scheduled for January 22 from 11:00 to 11:40, this conference will feature Natsumi Tanaka, a Growth Marketing Specialist at Salesforce Japan, who will present a case study on how companies can rapidly scale their operations using AI agents, alongside CRM and data foundation technology.

Tanaka has a rich background in marketing and demand generation, specializing in implementing strategies to engage emerging customer bases. Her insights are expected to shed light on how businesses can efficiently harness AI for growth despite their limited resources.

Innovations in Organizational Transformation
Another critical discussion taking place on January 22 from 15:00 to 15:40 will feature Keisuke Idemitsu from Osaka Gas, focusing on achieving a culture change where every employee becomes an AI user. By sharing real-world examples of behavior transformation among employees, Idemitsu will illustrate how an organization can fully embrace AI technology. His tenure at Osaka Gas has specifically been aimed at driving DX (digital transformation) initiatives alongside significant organizational change in recent years.

Unlocking Data-Driven Solutions
Additionally, Takuya Hayashi, representative director of the Retail AI Association, will discuss identifying bottlenecks in business processes during the session titled