SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 to Spotlight Urban Resilience, AI and Climate-Ready Technologies

TOKYO, February 26, 2026 – SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 will return to Tokyo Big Sight from April 27 to April 29, bringing together global innovators to explore how advanced technologies can support sustainable and resilient cities.

Organised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, the conference has grown into a major global innovation platform. The 2026 edition is expected to feature more than 700 startups and attract approximately 60,000 attendees.

Resilience and Climate Adaptation at the Forefront

One of the core themes of the 2026 programme is Resilience, focusing on technologies designed to strengthen cities against earthquakes, flooding and the broader impacts of climate change.

Exhibitions will include disaster risk identification using small SAR satellites, 3D construction printing technologies supporting post-disaster reconstruction, and fusion energy engineering solutions.

Participants will also have access to site tours of critical infrastructure, including underground flood-control reservoirs that help safeguard Tokyo’s urban functions.

AI and Robotics for Sustainable Urban Systems

The AI track will examine how artificial intelligence is transforming urban systems, workplaces and innovation ecosystems.

An AI-themed pitch contest will highlight university-born startups and research-driven ventures from across Japan.

Robotics demonstrations will showcase physical AI applications that enhance efficiency, safety and infrastructure management, including inspection robots and autonomous mobility technologies.

Global City Collaboration

More than 20 countries and regions will host pavilions at the event, promoting international collaboration on urban innovation and sustainability.

The G-NETS Leaders Summit, bringing together major global city leaders to discuss solutions to shared urban challenges, will be held concurrently.

As part of Tokyo’s 2050 Strategy to empower startups globally, SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 aims to serve as a platform where technology, climate resilience and sustainable urban development converge