Japanese industry events scheduled for late 2026

Several major industry events and corporate announcements are scheduled for late 2026 in Japan.

Promotool Co., Ltd. will participate in COSME Week 2026 Osaka on September 30, presenting on ‘olfactory design.’ The company aims to demonstrate how strategic scent design can enhance luxury cosmetic brand value by connecting products, physical spaces, and staff training to create a cohesive brand experience.

Yaskawa Electric Corporation will exhibit at the 2026 International Welding Show at Tokyo Big Sight from September 16 to 19. The company will showcase motion control and AI-driven robotic solutions, such as the MOTOMAN NEXT, designed to improve productivity and address labor shortages in welding and joining processes.

Sotas Co., Ltd. will host the ‘CHEMICAL X’ business conference on November 9, 2026, in Tokyo. Focused on the structural transformation of the chemical and materials industry, the event will feature a keynote by Resonac Holdings Corporation CEO Hidehito Takahashi. The conference aims to discuss competitive redesign, AI integration, and supply chain reforms.