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SMARTCITY × TOKYO – 2026 SPRING MEETING –

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Japan’s Leading Metropolitan Cities:
Panel Discussion by Tokyo Metropolitan Government × Aichi Prefecture × Osaka Prefecture

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is promoting smart city initiatives to harness the power of digital technology, unlocking Tokyo’s potential and making residents’ lives more comfortable and convenient.
To further advance smart cities, we have held the “SMARTCITY × TOKYO” event annually since 2021, bringing together stakeholders from municipalities and companies to share advanced case studies and build networks.
In this edition, key figures responsible for driving digital strategies in major metropolitan areas will gather to discuss the future of smart cities. In addition, a panel discussion will be held focusing on initiatives aimed at realizing an inclusive city. The event will also feature introductions to advanced services, as well as networking opportunities designed to foster deeper connections among participants.
We invite you to join us for this excellent opportunity to explore the future of smart cities, where digital technologies enrich our lives.

Event Outline

Date and Time February 4, 2026 (Wednesday), 14:00–17:00 (scheduled)
Venue

Tokyo Port City Takeshiba (8F Port Studio, 1-7-1 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
*Online participation will also be available.

Main Program

  1. 1

    Panel Discussions

    Challenges Faced by Major Cities in Shaping the Future of Smart Cities

    Panelists

    • Cabinet Secretariat Advisor (DX)
      Naoki Ota
      Moderator
    • Vice Governor of Tokyo Metropolitan Government
      Manabu Miyasaka
    • CDO, Aichi Prefecture
      Junji Nakatani
    • CDO, Osaka Prefecture
      Hideo Ichinose

    Toward Realizing a Smart Inclusive City through Digital Technology

    Panelists

    • WheeLog
      Yuriko Oda
    • Nihon University Hisashi Emori
    • carefit Yuichiro Sato

  2. 2

    Introduction of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Initiatives

    Aiming for the early commercialization of services utilizing flying cars in Tokyo, this initiative is being advanced through public-private collaboration.

    Theme: “Flying Cars from the Perspective of Urban Development”

    Speaker: Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

    For more information on “flying cars,” please refer to the press release dated May 30, 2025, titled “Projects Selected to Develop Business Models for Services Utilizing Flying Cars in Tokyo.”

    (URL: https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/information/press/2025/05/2025053014)

  3. 3

    Presentations of Innovative Services

    Introduction of corporate solutions through lightning talks and exhibitions

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    Participating Companies (Alphabetical Order)
    BRJ Inc. enstem Inc.
    INFORICH INC. monoAI technology Inc.
    Nefront Inc. Oitr, Inc.
    Geocreates, Inc. Jorudan Co.,Ltd.
    Sonae co.,Ltd. Motion Lib, Inc.

  4. 4

    Networking

    Networking opportunities will be provided to foster connections and collaboration among on-site participants.

Schedule for the Day

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Time Contents
14:00-14:05 Opening
14:05-14:35 Presentations of Innovative Services
14:35-14:50 Introduction of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Initiatives
Theme: “Flying Cars from the Perspective of Urban Development”
14:50-15:20 Panel Discussion
Theme: “Realizing a Smart Inclusive City through Digital Technology”
15:20-15:30 Break
15:30-16:10 Panel Discussion
Theme: “Challenges of Major Cities in Shaping the Future of Smart Cities”
16:10-16:15 Closing
16:15-17:00 Networking

Registration Method & Deadline

Please register in advance via the event website by noon on February 3, 2026 (Tuesday).

Application Form

https://form.run/@2026xtokyo-spring

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*Please review the listed notes before registering.

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Application Deadline

Tuesday, February 3, 2026, noon

*On-site participation is limited to approximately 150 people (registration will close once capacity is reached).

*There is no limit for online participation.

Contact Information

For general inquiries

Digital Services Bureau, Digital Services Promotion Division, Digital Services Promotion Section
TEL: 03-5320-7622
Email: S1100301(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp

For event-related inquiries

SMARTCITY × TOKYO Event Secretariat (Event operator: Keio Agency Inc.)
Email: st2025(at)mixzone.co.jp

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