SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, held from April 22 to 24, 2026, at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center, was designed as a deal-making event rather than a traditional tech conference. Organizers reported 60,000 attendees, including startups, investors, and corporate leaders from over 50 countries.
The event featured matchmaking sessions, pitch competitions, and one-on-one meetings, with a focus on facilitating business partnerships. According to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, which organized the event, the goal was to create a 'deal room' environment where participants could secure funding, partnerships, and clients.
Key sectors highlighted included artificial intelligence, robotics, clean energy, and biotechnology. Notable participants included SoftBank, Toyota, and several Japanese government agencies. The event also included a startup showcase with over 200 exhibitors.
SusHi Tech Tokyo is part of a broader initiative by the Tokyo government to position the city as a global innovation hub ahead of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka. The event has grown significantly since its launch in 2023, with attendance doubling from 30,000 in 2024.
