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Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 2026

Food Factory Week Tokyo 2026 (formerly Foodtech Week): automation, hygiene and factory DX

Nov 18 – 20, 2026

Food Factory Managers; Automation Engineers; Quality Assurance Teams; Equipment Suppliers

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

Exhibitors and suppliers active in Food Factory Automation, Food Safety and Hygiene, Manufacturing Digitalisation, Robotics in Processing

🎫 Event Snapshot

HOURS

18–20 Nov: 10:00–17:00.

VISITORS

Food Factory Managers; Automation Engineers; Quality Assurance Teams; Equipment Suppliers

Nov 18 – 20, 2026

DATES

EXHIBITORS

ADULT TICKET

COUNTRIES

Exhibitors and suppliers active in Food Factory Automation, Food Safety and Hygiene, Manufacturing Digitalisation, Robotics in Processing

Free preregistration offered by organiser.

International and regional industry participants

Who Should Attend

Food Factory Managers

Food Factory Managers should prioritise food factory automation at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Quality Assurance Teams

Quality Assurance Teams should prioritise manufacturing digitalisation at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support, and use the organiser's current 2026 registration and exhibitor information to arrange targeted conversations.

Automation Engineers

Automation Engineers should prioritise food safety and hygiene at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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.

Equipment Suppliers

Equipment Suppliers should prioritise robotics in processing at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in Japan, prepare relevant specifications for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo (Nov 18 – 20, 2026), shortlist exhibitors relevant to food factory automation and send a concise buying or technical brief before attending Tokyo Big Sight.

2

Compare Technical and Commercial Fit

During Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, 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 manufacturing digitalisation area at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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 robotics in processing. Agree who will send quotations or supporting documentation after the event.

5

Confirm Event Access and Logistics

Before travelling to Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, confirm the latest visitor registration, show hours, hall allocation and exhibitor meetings directly through https://www.foodtechjapan.jp/tokyo/ja-jp.html.

What You'll See & Do

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Food Factory Automation

Food Factory Managers can use Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo (Nov 18 – 20, 2026, Tokyo Big Sight) to evaluate food factory automation against real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support. Food Factory Week Tokyo 2026 meets at Tokyo Big Sight East Halls 7–8 on 18–20 November with three connected themes: factory automation and DX, food safety and hygiene, and resource/circularity improvements.

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Food Safety and Hygiene

For food safety and hygiene at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, demand comparable supplier information on technical fit, price and quality benchmarks, compliance documents and post-event supplier follow-up before shortlisting companies. The 2026 show includes a special humanoid-robot demonstration for food and beverage factories supported by Kawada Robotics, as well as a production-equipment data standardisation demo corner.

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Manufacturing Digitalisation

The manufacturing digitalisation meetings at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo are most useful when buyers bring precise requirements for real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support. Food Factory Week Tokyo 2026 meets at Tokyo Big Sight East Halls 7–8 on 18–20 November with three connected themes: factory automation and DX, food safety and hygiene, and resource/circularity improvements.

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Robotics in Processing

A meaningful robotics in processing discussion during Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo should end with written specifications covering real line or field throughput, interoperability, commissioning requirements, operator training, parts availability and after-sales support and a named follow-up contact. The 2026 show includes a special humanoid-robot demonstration for food and beverage factories supported by Kawada Robotics, as well as a production-equipment data standardisation demo corner.

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Humanoid Robots and Automation

The 2026 programme features a humanoid robot demonstration for food plants; buyers should assess safety, sanitation and technical fit with actual factory tasks.

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Factory Data Standardisation

A demonstration corner focuses on production equipment data standards. Examine whether machines can exchange information with quality, maintenance and planning systems.

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Getting to Tokyo

For Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in Tokyo, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (HND) before arranging onward travel to Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo. 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo at Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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

🏗️ Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo — Official Exhibitor Services

Exhibitors at Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, calculate transport and import requirements for samples, equipment or stand displays arriving at Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in a shared project tracker.

POST-EVENT CRM & LEAD MANAGEMENT

🌱 Agworld — Farm Records & Field Collaboration

Farmers and agronomic buyers visiting Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo can use Agworld to document field programmes, input decisions, activity records and team follow-up when turning supplier discussions into operational plans.

📈 Pipedrive — Follow Up After Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo

After Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in 2026?

Nov 18 – 20, 2026; check the organiser for changes or individual conference sessions.

Where is Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo held?

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

What are the published opening hours?

18–20 Nov: 10:00–17:00.

How much does admission cost and who can attend?

Free preregistration offered by organiser.

What can industry visitors explore?

Humanoid Robots and Automation and Factory Data Standardisation. Food Factory Week Tokyo 2026 meets at Tokyo Big Sight East Halls 7–8 on 18–20 November with three connected themes: factory automation and DX, food safety and hygiene, and resource/circularity improvements. The 2026 show includes

Which participants benefit most from visiting?

Food Factory Managers, Automation Engineers, Quality Assurance Teams, Equipment Suppliers.

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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo in Tokyo, compare flights to the relevant gateway airport (HND) before arranging onward travel to Tokyo Big Sight, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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, East Exhibition Halls 7–8, 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo 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 Food Factory Technology Week Tokyo organiser site for current programme updates and visitor/exhibitor announcements.

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