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Japan's Food Export Fair Winter 2026

2026 trade exhibition and professional visitor guide

Nov 11 – 13, 2026

International Importers; Japanese Food Exporters; Retail Buyers; Wholesale Distributors

Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, Tokyo, Japan

Exhibitors and suppliers active in Japanese Food Exports, Overseas Importer Meetings, Regional Specialty Products, International Retail Channels

🎫 Event Snapshot

HOURS

11–13 Nov: 10:00–17:00.

VISITORS

International Importers; Japanese Food Exporters; Retail Buyers; Wholesale Distributors

Nov 11 – 13, 2026

DATES

EXHIBITORS

ADULT TICKET

COUNTRIES

Exhibitors and suppliers active in Japanese Food Exports, Overseas Importer Meetings, Regional Specialty Products, International Retail Channels

Free registration through Nov 5 (Japan time); JPY 5,500 including tax after that deadline.

International and regional industry participants

Who Should Attend

International Importers

International Importers should prioritise japanese food exports at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Retail Buyers

Retail Buyers should prioritise regional specialty products at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Japanese Food Exporters

Japanese Food Exporters should prioritise overseas importer meetings at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for technical fit, price and quality benchmarks, compliance documents and post-event supplier follow-up, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Wholesale Distributors

Wholesale Distributors should prioritise international retail channels at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Top Reasons to Attend

1

Plan Relevant Exhibitor Meetings

For Japan's Food Export Fair Winter (Nov 11 – 13, 2026), shortlist exhibitors relevant to japanese food exports and send a concise buying or technical brief before attending Tokyo Big Sight.

2

Compare Technical and Commercial Fit

During Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, ask suppliers about technical fit, price and quality benchmarks, compliance documents and post-event supplier follow-up and record which claims are backed by real production data, certificates or verified case studies.

3

Explore Sector Innovations

Use the regional specialty products area at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter to compare several providers on the same criteria; ask for technical datasheets and realistic implementation or delivery dates.

4

Arrange Post-Show Follow-Up

Before leaving Tokyo Big Sight, record contact details, requested samples and next steps for international retail channels. Agree who will send quotations or supporting documentation after the event.

5

Confirm Event Access and Logistics

Before travelling to Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, confirm the latest visitor registration, show hours, hall allocation and exhibitor meetings directly through https://www.jfex.jp/jpfood/en-gb.html.

What You'll See & Do

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Japanese Food Exports

International Importers can use Japan's Food Export Fair Winter (Nov 11 – 13, 2026, Tokyo Big Sight) to evaluate japanese food exports against minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity. Japan's export-focused food fair helps overseas buyers discover Japanese packaged foods, premium ingredients and beverage brands and meet suppliers prepared for cross-border distribution.

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Overseas Importer Meetings

For overseas importer meetings at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, demand comparable supplier information on technical fit, price and quality benchmarks, compliance documents and post-event supplier follow-up before shortlisting companies. Japan's export-focused food fair helps overseas buyers discover Japanese packaged foods, premium ingredients and beverage brands and meet suppliers prepared for cross-border distribution.

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Regional Specialty Products

The regional specialty products meetings at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter are most useful when buyers bring precise requirements for minimum order quantities, target shelf price, destination-market labelling, import documentation and supplier capacity. Japan's export-focused food fair helps overseas buyers discover Japanese packaged foods, premium ingredients and beverage brands and meet suppliers prepared for cross-border distribution.

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International Retail Channels

A meaningful international retail channels discussion during Japan's Food Export Fair Winter should end with written specifications covering guest or customer throughput, equipment uptime, stock turns, hygiene and local service coverage and a named follow-up contact. Japan's export-focused food fair helps overseas buyers discover Japanese packaged foods, premium ingredients and beverage brands and meet suppliers prepared for cross-border distribution.

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Japanese Export Compliance

Overseas importers need to confirm product specifications, translated labels, shelf-life documentation and relevant destination-country rules.

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Importer–Exporter Matching

Use the supplier appointments to establish shipment volumes, product samples, payment conditions and reliable distributor follow-up.

🏢 Are you Exhibiting at This Event?

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Register as a business visitor to get exhibitor alerts, networking opportunities, and priority notifications when companies in your sector register. Free for all business attendees.

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Getting to Tokyo

For Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, arrive in Tokyo with enough time for local transport, event registration and meetings at Tokyo Big Sight. Check the organiser's updated visitor instructions before booking flights or accommodation, as entry rules and venue logistics can change.

✈️ Flights to Tokyo — Skyscanner

For Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Tokyo, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (HND) before arranging onward travel to Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Check arrival times against the event's published opening hours and advance registration requirements.

🚆 Airport to Tokyo Big Sight

This route planner shows travel options from Tokyo airport to Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Check the arrival terminal, public transport connections, and meeting-day traffic before choosing an option.

​Where to Stay

Four real accommodation options with convenient transport to Tokyo Big Sight, selected for visitors attending Japan's Food Export Fair Winter. Compare availability and cancellation conditions for the exact exhibition week.

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Tokyo-Bay Ariake

About five minutes on foot from Tokyo Big Sight and three minutes from Kokusai-Tenjijo Station, a particularly direct choice for exhibitors.

DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake

A Hilton-branded Ariake property suitable for B2B meetings, with practical transport links to Tokyo Big Sight.

Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel

Ariake business hotel close to the Rinkai and Yurikamome stations and the Tokyo Big Sight exhibition grounds.

Hotel Trusty Tokyo Bayside

A smaller waterfront Ariake option within easy reach of the showground and its conference facilities.

Tools & Services for Attendees

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

🛂 Japan — Entry & Business Travel

Entry requirements for Japan depend on citizenship, passport validity and business-travel purpose. Before attending Japan's Food Export Fair Winter at Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan, confirm your eligibility, possible invitation-letter requirements and applicable entry rules. Do not rely on a trade-show registration as permission to enter.

🏥 Travel Health & Trip Cover

For a business trip to Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Japan, compare medical cover and trip-interruption protection, particularly if travelling with samples or important equipment. Policies vary in exclusions and limits.

📶 Mobile Data for Japan

Mobile data can help visitors to Japan's Food Export Fair Winter navigate Tokyo Big Sight, reach suppliers and access digital exhibitor directories. Compare eSIM coverage and device compatibility before leaving home.

Post-Event CRM & Lead Management

🏗️ Japan's Food Export Fair Winter — Official Exhibitor Services

Exhibitors at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter should obtain their stand-build, logistics, safety, access and delivery instructions from the organiser. Verify venue deadlines and approved services before contracting suppliers.

📦 Exhibition freight and customs

For Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, calculate transport and import requirements for samples, equipment or stand displays arriving at Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Coordinate delivery windows and temporary-import documentation with the appointed freight handler and venue.

🗣️ Translation for Japan Trade Meetings

If you are arranging international supplier meetings at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, prepare product sheets, specifications and business materials in the languages required by your target buyers; use professional review for contracts and regulated claims.

🗂️ Trade Show Project Planner

Coordinate supplier meetings, sample requirements, follow-up tasks and exhibition deadlines for Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in a shared project tracker.

POST-EVENT CRM & LEAD MANAGEMENT

🏭 Odoo Manufacturing — Production and Inventory

For food and beverage businesses visiting Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, Odoo Manufacturing can help organise bills of materials, inventory movements, production operations and project follow-up when evaluating new suppliers.

📈 Pipedrive — Follow Up After Japan's Food Export Fair Winter

After Japan's Food Export Fair Winter, sort leads by category and purchase potential, record the specific products or systems discussed, and schedule accountable follow-up conversations.

BUSINESS CARDS

📇 Blinq — Contact Sharing

Use a digital business card during Japan's Food Export Fair Winter so buyers and suppliers can scan a QR code and find company, role, products and follow-up contact without retyping the details.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When is Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in 2026?

Nov 11 – 13, 2026; check the organiser for changes or individual conference sessions.

Where is Japan's Food Export Fair Winter held?

Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, Tokyo, Japan

What are the published opening hours?

11–13 Nov: 10:00–17:00.

How much does admission cost and who can attend?

Free registration through Nov 5 (Japan time); JPY 5,500 including tax after that deadline.

What can industry visitors explore?

Japanese Export Compliance and Importer–Exporter Matching. Japan's export-focused food fair helps overseas buyers discover Japanese packaged foods, premium ingredients and beverage brands and meet suppliers prepared for cross-border distribution.

Which participants benefit most from visiting?

International Importers, Japanese Food Exporters, Retail Buyers, Wholesale Distributors.

Where should trade visitors stay?

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Tokyo-Bay Ariake, Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake, Hotel Trusty Tokyo Bayside. Confirm travel time and cancellation terms for the actual dates.

How can international visitors plan airport transfers?

For Japan's Food Export Fair Winter in Tokyo, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (HND) before arranging onward travel to Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Check arrival times against the event's published opening hours and advance registration requirements. This route planner shows travel options from Tokyo airport to Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Check the arrival terminal, public transport connections, and meeting-day traffic before choosing an option.

How do exhibitors get official stand information?

Exhibitors at Japan's Food Export Fair Winter should obtain their stand-build, logistics, safety, access and delivery instructions from the organiser. Verify venue deadlines and approved services before contracting suppliers. Registration, stand servicing, freight and security rules may differ from ordinary visitor access.

Where can I confirm the complete programme and registration details?

Visit the official Japan's Food Export Fair Winter organiser site for current programme updates and visitor/exhibitor announcements.

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