A New Market Begins Here in Japan RAILWAY × INNOVATION EXPO 2027

November 24 (Wed.)–26 (Fri.), 2027

Venue
MAKUHARI MESSE
Chiba, Japan
Held Concurrently
Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2027
Railway Industry Career Fair

Delivering Comfort and Inspiration to Railway Users

Railway users across Japan number approximately 65–70 million per day,
spanning everyday commuting, business travel, and tourism.
At the same time, new ideas are needed to address challenges
such as population decline and regional revitalization.

Railway×Innovation EXPO brings together companies, local governments,
and startups from diverse industries—including tourism, food, entertainment, mobility,
and wellness—to propose user-focused solutions and shape the future of rail travel.

Event Overview

Dates
November 24 (Wed.), 25 (Thu.) & 26 (Fri.), 2027
Venue
MAKUHARI MESSE Chiba, Japan
Host
THE SANKEI SHIMBUN
Show Management Office
CNT Inc.

What is the Railway × Innovation EXPO?

Delivering Comfort and Inspiration to Railway Users

Creating New Value

Discover technologies and services that enhance the railway experience and drive business growth.

Revitalizing the Industry

Connect railways with diverse industries to shape the future of sustainable communities.

Showcasing Japanese Railways

Create new travel experiences and share the unique appeal of Japanese railways with the world.

Enhancing Well-being Through Rail

Develop solutions that make everyday travel more convenient, enjoyable and enriching.

Business Matching &
New Business Opportunities

Exhibitor Profile

Seeking Sales Opportunities
in the Railway Industry

  • IT, AI and DX service providers
  • Manufacturers(including food, apparel, housing, and other sectors)
  • Real estate developers
  • Healthcare and wellness companies
  • Entertainment companies
  • New mobility manufacturers
  • Local governments
  • Startups
  • Advertising agencies

Visitor Profile

  • Railway operators
  • Real estate developers
  • Local governments
  • Infrastructure development
  • Retail / Store development

Event Vision

Spatial Design, IT Solutions, Retail Tech, Entertainment, Tourism, Regional Revitalization, Healthcare

Enhancing Comfort, Excitement & Well-Being Through Rail Travel

Exhibit Categories

Smart Stations & Wellness

  • Spatial Design & Offices
  • Healthcare
  • Retail Tech
  • IT Solutions

Mobility Innovation & Onboard Entertainment

  • Entertainment
  • Spatial Design & Various Manufacturers
  • IT Solutions

Tourism, Regional Revitalization & Last-Mile

  • Travel Agencies & OTAs
  • Hot Springs & Tourism
  • Regional Revitalization & Producers
  • IT & Last-Mile Mobility
  • Transport Alliances
  • Local Governments
  • DMOs

Rail Media & Communication Design

  • Advertising & Media
  • Creative & Design

Railway Food & Food Tech

  • Mobile Food & Food Trucks
  • Ekiben & Food Heritage
  • Food Tech & Solutions

Future Society & Emerging Tech

  • Green Mobility & Zero Carbon
  • Robotics & Next-Gen Logistics
  • Life Science & Food Tech

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Exhibition Applications Open: Fall 2026 (Tentative)