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Tech Challenge Party 2026: Register Today!

The Software Association of Japan (SAJ), located in Minato, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the launch of registration for the 'Tech Challenge Party 2026', an event dedicated to fostering growth and collaboration among engineers. The official website went live on December 15, and participants can now sign up to become part of this exciting community event!

Objectives of the Event

The primary aim of the Tech Challenge Party 2026 is multifaceted:

• - Creating Opportunities for Engineer Growth: Participants will have the chance to engage with cutting-edge technologies and diverse viewpoints that are not easily accessible through standard work or in-house learning, thereby fostering personal development and new business ideas.
• - Facilitating a Learning Cycle Through Community: By sharing trends and best practices through presentations and discussions, a cycle of learning and knowledge exchange will be established.
• - Spreading the Excitement from Tokyo to Other Regions: The event aims not only to ignite passion within the metropolitan area but also to extend its influence to regional areas, ensuring that the growth experiences of engineers circulate nationwide.
• - Reinforcing SAJ's New Role: The association aims to act as a body representing engineers, contributing to recruitment, development, and appreciation of the engineering profession.

The ultimate goal is to create an atmosphere where engineers feel excited to participate, learn, and feel that their involvement will lead to future challenges and opportunities.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Tech Challenge Party 2026 (TCP)
• - Theme: Inspiring Engineers' Curiosity Through Technology and Community
• - Organizer: Software Association of Japan (SAJ)
• - Management: Tech Challenge Party Executive Committee, NanoOpt Media Co., Ltd.
• - Supporters: Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (Application in Progress), Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (Application in Progress), Digital Agency (Application in Progress)
• - Date: February 4, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• - Venue: JP Tower Hall & Conference, located at 2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Expected Attendance: 1,000 participants
• - Registration Website: TCP Registration

Keynote Speeches

Two essential keynote speeches will deliver real insights into the evolving value of engineers and the potential for growth through community connections:

Keynote 1

Title: The Value of Existence Questioned: How will Engineers Thrive in the Era of Generative AI?
The introduction of generative AI raises questions about the future of coding and the role of engineers. What actions and considerations should engineers prioritize as the coding process transforms? This keynote features a discussion between leading voices in the AI sector, including Tadao Nagasaki, the President of OpenAI Japan, and Yoshihisa Aono, President of Cybozu.

Keynote 2

Title: More Than Just Technical Skills: The Career-Transforming Power of Community Participation
Challenging the stereotype of communities as exclusive clubs, this session will unravel how participation in key communities has dramatically transformed the careers and lives of engineers. Members from four prominent communities—JAWS-UG, kintone Café, Jagu’e’r, and CoderDojo—will share their unexpected growth and valuable experiences gained through their community involvement.

Target Participants

The event welcomes all engineers, whether from manufacturing, software, IT consulting, or any organization interested in sparking growth opportunities for their engineering teams. It's an inclusive space for anyone intrigued by the themes and objectives discussed.

Join us and become part of an inspiring and growth-oriented community at Tech Challenge Party 2026!

Sponsors

The event features several key sponsors:

• - Platinum Sponsors: OBIC Business Consultants, Cybozu, Sakura Internet, and more.
• - Gold Sponsors and Silver Sponsors: Including local companies and international tech firms dedicated to supporting engineering development.

About SAJ

The Software Association of Japan is committed to promoting a digital society powered by software, envisioning a future where every organization and individual involved with software thrives in this digital age. Our 40th anniversary in 2025 will be celebrated with various initiatives and activities.

For inquiries, please contact the SAJ public relations office at Email.