Join us at FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 from October 14-16 at Tokyo Big Sight, showcasing innovations in food safety and longevity.
Dates
14–16 Oct 2026
City / country
Tokyo, Japan
Venue
Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight)
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Event overview
Food Development Expo 2026 (Hi Japan / FiT Japan / S-tec Japan / LL Japan) is a comprehensive trade show for the food industry, focusing on health, taste, safety, and long-life food. It will be held from October 14 to 16, 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight, West Halls 1, 2, 4 & Atrium.
The event features exhibitions, commemorative seminars, and exhibitor presentations. It is organized by Informa Markets Japan and is the 37th edition.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest innovations in food safety and longevity, network with industry leaders, and discover new products and technologies. The event provides a unique opportunity to engage with over 1,100 exhibitors and participate in seminars focused on health and safety in the food industry.
Exhibiting at FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 offers companies the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience of over 40,000 professionals. Participants can engage directly with potential clients, enhance brand visibility, and leverage networking opportunities to drive business growth. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Suppliers of functional ingredients, Manufacturers of health foods, Producers of organic and vegan products.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
3Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight) in Tokyo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight) in Tokyo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Informa Markets Japan Co., Ltd.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 40,000
This edition
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Visitors: 40,000
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
The 2025 edition of FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN was held as part of the co-located Hi Japan / FiT / S-tec / LL Japan exhibition group. The organizer published a 2025 exhibitor list for the group, but the available search results do not include visitor or exhibitor totals for the 2025 FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN edition. No dedicated post-show recap page was found in the search results. Visitor total from organiser recap.
Audience quality
Visitor total from organiser recap language in captured sources. The 2025 edition drew 40,000+ visitors across hobbyist and trade audiences. The 2025 edition of FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN was held as part of the co-located Hi Japan / FiT / S-tec / LL Japan exhibition group. The organizer published a 2025 exhibitor list for the group, but the available search results do not include visitor or exhibitor totals for the 2025 FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN edition. No dedicated post-show recap page was found in the search results.
Exhibitor outcomes
The 2025 edition of FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN was held as part of the co-located Hi Japan / FiT / S-tec / LL Japan exhibition group. The organizer published a 2025 exhibitor list for the group, but the available search results do not include visitor or exhibitor totals for the 2025 FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN edition. No dedicated post-show recap page was found in the search results.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 on 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-16 in Tokyo lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Tokyo
Primary international gateway serving Tokyo.
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 80–130 / night
Business hotels near Tokyo Big Sight; walk or short train to venue. Confirm rates before travel.
USD 130–220 / night
Mid-range hotels on the Rinkai Line corridor; direct access to Kokusai-tenjijo Station. Confirm availability before travel.
USD 220–400 / night
Upscale hotels with global standards and direct transit to the venue. Confirm rates before travel.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
airport rail
Narita Express serves JR stations; Keisei Skyliner serves Ueno and Nippori. Check timetables before travel.
rail
Direct rail link to the venue. Confirm routes on the Tokyo Big Sight access page before travel.
taxi
Long drive; fixed-fare and shared-transfer options exist. Compare and confirm with the operator before travel.
taxi
Metered fare; useful for late arrivals or with luggage. Confirm with the operator before travel.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Mid-October in Tokyo is mild and generally comfortable for walking between the Tokyo Big Sight halls and the Rinkai Line and Yurikamome stations. Expect daytime highs around 20-23 C and overnight lows around 14-17 C, with a mix of clear and showery days. Mid-October can still catch the tail of the Pacific typhoon season, so a compact folding umbrella and a light rain layer are worthwhile. Confirm the forecast for the show week before travelling.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Tokyo has extensive mobile coverage and dense public WiFi. Options for business visitors include a Japanese eSIM or data-only SIM, a tourist SIM bought at Haneda or Narita on arrival, or a pocket WiFi router for a team. Tokyo Big Sight provides venue WiFi, but treat it as best-effort and bring a mobile hotspot or tethering plan if you rely on live demos. Japan uses 100 V power with type A plugs, so European and most other visitors need a plug adapter; check whether your devices are dual-voltage before packing a converter.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards
Bring plenty of meishi business cards and present them with both hands, taking a moment to read the card you receive. Cards are still expected at first meetings with Japanese ingredient suppliers and distributors, and a printed card works better than a phone screen.
Punctuality and meeting flow
Arrive a few minutes early and expect meetings to start and finish on time. Introductions are usually made by role and company rather than first name, and decisions are often confirmed after the meeting rather than during it, so build in follow-up time.
Language and materials
Japanese-language specification sheets, certificates and presentation slides significantly speed up technical discussions. If your team does not speak Japanese, book interpreter support for your stand or key meetings rather than relying on ad-hoc translation on the show floor.
Payments and cash
Cards and IC transit cards are widely accepted in Tokyo, but some smaller restaurants and taxis still prefer cash, so carry a modest amount of yen. Tipping is not customary and can cause confusion.
Transport and public behaviour
Trains are quiet and phones are kept on silent; eating while walking is uncommon. Keep bags clear of the aisle and queue in marked lines on platforms and at taxi ranks, especially during the busy show-week commute.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: NRT
Book flights early for the mid-October show week, since autumn is a busy travel period into Tokyo. Haneda (HND) gives the shortest transfer to the Tokyo Bay venue district, while Narita (NRT) handles most long-haul routes; both connect to the Rinkai Line and Yurikamome via central Tokyo. Arriving the day before your first meeting is safer than a same-day international arrival, and if you travel with ingredient samples confirm baggage allowances and any documentation required at check-in.
Visa requirements depend on nationality and purpose of travel. Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the official visa index, and short-term visit guidance (tourism, business, conference, study) is available via Japanese embassy sites. Japan also operates a JAPAN eVISA electronic visa system for eligible applicants.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the authoritative source for entry visa requirements. Japan also operates an eVISA (electronic visa) system; confirm eligibility and the application route on the MOFA eVISA page. Business travellers should check the MOFA visa index and their nearest Japanese embassy or consulate for the correct short-term business visa process before booking.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Tokyo (NRT): Primary international gateway serving Tokyo.. Allow road or rail time to Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight): Ariake / Shiomi (Tokyo Bay): Ariake / Shiomi (Tokyo Bay); Ariake / Tennozu Isle: Ariake / Tennozu Isle; Toyosu / Tokyo Station: Toyosu / Tokyo Station.
Ride-hail: Tokyo has good ride-hailing coverage alongside a large fleet of metered taxis. Apps such as GO, Uber Japan and DiDi operate in the city, and taxis can also be hailed at ranks outside stations such as Kokusai-tenjijo (Tokyo Big Sight) Station and at the venue. Fares are metered, so confirm the approximate cost and the pickup point before you set off, and expect demand to spike around hall opening and closing times.
Public transit: The venue is served by two lines that stop at Kokusai-tenjijo (Tokyo Big Sight) Station: the Yurikamome, which runs across the bay from Shimbashi, and the Rinkai Line, which connects through Osaki and Shin-Kiba. Tokyo Metro and Toei subway and bus networks feed into both. Load a Suica or PASMO IC card, or add a mobile transit pass to your phone, for tap-in tap-out travel. Allow extra time at peak hours and check the Tokyo Big Sight access page for the routes closest to your hotel.
Parking: Tokyo Big Sight has on-site car parking for visitors, with access to the exhibition halls during show hours. Spaces are limited on busy trade fair days and the car park can fill early, so arriving by rail or taxi is usually faster. Confirm current opening hours, capacity and daily rates on the venue site before driving, and follow the show signage to the correct hall entrance.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Mid-October 2026
Temperature: Approx. 14-23 C across the show period, with daytime highs typically around 20-23 C and overnight lows around 14-17 C. Check the forecast for show week before travelling.
Seasonality: October is one of Tokyo's drier months, but the first half of the month can still catch the tail of the Pacific typhoon season, so showery days and the occasional stronger system are possible. Check the forecast for show week and carry a compact umbrella and a light rain layer for the walk between the halls and the station.
Packing: Pack light layers for mild days and cooler evenings, a light rain jacket or compact folding umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for long days across the Tokyo Big Sight halls and the station transfers. Bring chargers and a plug adapter for Japan's 100 V type A sockets, business cards, and printed or offline copies of your specifications and meeting schedule.
Plan your trip
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 registration concourse
Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight)
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight)
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether FOOD LONG LIFE JAPAN 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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