Highly-Functional Material Week 2026
Japan's leading smart factory technology exhibition
Every year
Date: September 30 - October 2, 2026
Location: Chiba
Venue: Makuhari Messe
Exhibits: IoT & AI Solutions, Systems & Software, Network Solutions, etc.
Visitor eligibility: Trade only
2025 year
Visitors : 107,000
Exhibitors：2,130
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2026 Highly-Functional Material Week |
| SEP. 20 |
Arrival at Haneda or Narita. Make your own way to the hotel |
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SEP. 30 |
Highly-Functional Material Week |
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OCT. 1 |
Highly-Functional Material Week |
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OCT. 2 |
Highly-Functional Material Week |
| OCT. 3 |
Make your own way to the airport Have a nice flight ! |
The following services are available upon request.
- International and Domestic Air Ticket Booking: Expert handling of flight reservations and ticket issuance to suit your schedule.
- Professional Interpreters: High-level interpretation services in English and other major languages to facilitate your business meetings and networking.
- Private Airport Transfers: Door-to-door transportation via private car, with the option of a Japanese-speaking assistant to accompany you for a smooth transition upon arrival.
- Curated Pre- & Post-Event Tours: Bespoke travel experiences to discover the cultural and natural beauty of Japan before or after the exhibition.
- Bespoke Logistics Support: From restaurant reservations to special equipment transport—whatever your specific requirements may be, we are here to assist.
Venue and Suggested Hotel
Key Benefits of Attending
You can discover the latest high-performance materials, including advanced resins, lightweight metals, and sustainable alternatives.
It provides an opportunity for direct technical consultations with manufacturers to solve your specific research and development challenges.
You will gain access to cutting-edge processing technologies, such as advanced adhesion, coating, and joining methods.
Attending allows you to build strong professional networks and find reliable partners for future mass production.
You will gather crucial market intelligence on global material trends driving decarbonization and the circular economy.
5 Industries That Must Attend
Automotive and Mobility
Electronics and Semiconductors
Aerospace and Aviation
Medical Devices and Healthcare
Packaging and Logistics
5 Surprising Industries That Should Consider Attending
Apparel and Fashion
Advanced materials offer solutions for developing smart textiles, highly durable synthetic fibers, and eco-friendly, sustainable alternatives to traditional fabrics.
Architecture and Construction
Discovering new structural adhesives, ultra-lightweight thermal panels, and smart glass technologies can drastically improve building energy efficiency and reduce construction time.
Cosmetics and Beauty
Innovations in high-barrier films and biodegradable plastics provide critical solutions for creating sustainable, visually appealing, and highly protective product packaging.
Agriculture and Farming
Advanced functional films and biodegradable resins can optimize greenhouse light transmission, regulate temperature, and significantly reduce agricultural plastic waste.
Toys and Entertainment
Accessing non-toxic, highly durable, and easily moldable next-generation plastics can elevate product safety, reduce manufacturing costs, and improve the environmental footprint of consumer goods.