Japan technology sector expands AI applications and industry expos

Various technology and industry events and developments are scheduled across Japan, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence applications.

Kao Corporation has developed ‘Kao-MIKOMIL’, an AI agent designed to support demand planning by integrating statistical forecasts with marketing data. The system aims to reduce cosmetics inventory by approximately 25% by 2027, starting with the KATE brand.

Major upcoming events include the AI Commerce Expo and SNS Strategy Expo in Tokyo, the AI Expo Summer 2026 in Shinjuku, and the Tokyo Game Show 2026, where DMM GAMES and Pocketpair will host large-scale exhibits. Additionally, the DIY Homecenter Show 2026 will focus on disaster preparedness and home maintenance.

In the professional development sector, Globis Graduate School is launching a new MBA-credit course on communication in the AI era, while various seminars are being organized to assist companies in utilizing side jobs and integrating AI into construction and manufacturing workflows.