Dates

    18–19 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Fukuoka, Japan

    Venue

    Marine Messe Fukuoka

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Food Style Fukuoka 2026 will take place from November 18 to 19 at Marine Messe Fukuoka, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the food industry.

    This event is organized by イノベント and aims to connect industry professionals and promote regional food products.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event dates: November 18-19, 2026
    2. 2Location: Marine Messe Fukuoka, Japan
    3. 3Organized by: イノベント
    4. 4Focus on food industry trends and innovations
    5. 5Networking opportunities for industry professionals

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into the latest food trends, network with industry leaders, and discover new products.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, increase brand visibility, and connect with potential buyers and partners in the food industry. Food Style Fukuoka 2026 is crucial for showcasing the latest innovations in the food industry, providing a platform for networking and collaboration among industry professionals. It highlights regional products and promotes the growth of the local food market.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Food industry professionals
    Retail buyers
    Food service operators
    Distributors and wholesalers
    Food manufacturers
    Culinary experts

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Food product manufacturers
    Food technology companies
    Packaging solutions providers
    Food service equipment suppliers
    Agricultural producers
    Beverage companies

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Processed food products
    Beverages and spirits
    Organic and natural foods
    Food technology solutions
    Packaging materials
    Culinary equipment

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Marine Messe Fukuoka

    Fukuoka, Japan

    Floor plans & maps

    Floor plan (PDF)

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only
    Free registration
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    イノベント

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    This edition

    2026

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Food Style Fukuoka 2026 will take place from November 18 to 19 at Marine Messe Fukuoka, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the food industry. This event is organized by イノベント and aims to connect industry professionals and promote regional food products. Food Style Fukuoka 2026 is crucial for showcasing the latest innovations in the food industry, providing a platform for networking and collaboration among industry professionals. It highlights regional products.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, increase brand visibility, and connect with potential buyers and partners in the food industry. Food Style Fukuoka 2026 is crucial for showcasing the latest innovations in the food industry, providing a platform for networking and collaboration among industry professionals. It highlights regional products and promotes the growth of the local food market. Exhibitor categories include Food product manufacturers, Food technology.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Fukuoka (Kyushu), Japan — Hakata Port waterfront gateway to western Japan and East Asia

    Why it matters

    Fukuoka is Kyushu's commercial capital and one of Japan's most accessible gateway cities for Asian trade: Seoul, Taipei and Shanghai are all within roughly a two-hour flight, and the airport sits only minutes from the city centre and the Hakata Port exhibition district. Kyushu itself is a major food-producing region — agriculture, fisheries, shochu and tea — and hosts significant food processing and food-service operations, so a Fukuoka show puts buyers and suppliers in the same room with short travel distances for both. For overseas brands, the event offers a lower-cost, less crowded alternative to Tokyo shows for testing Japanese distribution and for meeting Kyushu-based wholesalers and restaurant groups.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Labour shortage is accelerating food automation

    02

    Export push from Kyushu food and beverage producers

    03

    Plant-based, health and functional ingredients

    04

    Packaging sustainability and food-loss reduction

    05

    Inbound tourism reshaping food-service demand

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · JPY

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    FUK

    Fukuoka Airport

    The primary gateway and one of Japan's closest major airports to a city centre. The Kuko Line subway reaches Hakata Station in about 5 minutes (JPY 260); from there take a taxi (~15 min) or Nishitetsu bus to Marine Messe and the Hakata Port exhibition district.

    Approximately 7 km

    to venue

    20–30 min by car/taxi off-peak; allow 35–45 min in morning traffic

    by car

    KKJ

    Kitakyushu Airport

    Useful for domestic connections from Tokyo/Haneda and some international services; add an intercity rail or road leg to reach Fukuoka city.

    Approximately 70 km

    to venue

    Approximately 1 h 15 min by car via the Kyushu Expressway

    by car

    HSG

    Saga Airport

    Small regional airport with limited services (mainly domestic and a few Asian routes); practical only if fares or connections make it worthwhile.

    Approximately 85 km

    to venue

    Approximately 1 h 20–30 min by car/expressway

    by car

    NGS

    Nagasaki Airport

    Alternative international gateway for western Kyushu; usually better to route through FUK unless you are extending a trip to Nagasaki.

    Approximately 130 km

    to venue

    Approximately 2 h by car/expressway

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Hakata Station / Gion area (about 5–7 km from Marine Messe; 20–30 min by bus or taxi)

    USD 55–95 / night

    Compact business hotels with reliable cleanliness and typical Japanese business-hotel amenities; book early for the 18–19 November 2026 show dates.

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    Mid-range
    Hakata Station / Canal City Hakata area (about 5–6 km; 15–25 min by taxi or bus)

    USD 95–160 / night

    Best balance of access to Hakata Station (subway, JR, airport link) and evening dining/nightlife for after-show meetings.

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    Premium
    Jigyohama waterfront (adjacent to Marine Messe) and Tenjin/Daimyo

    USD 200–450 / night

    The Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk is the closest full-service hotel to the venue (roughly 5–10 minutes by taxi), which is valuable for early booth set-up and evening receptions.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Subway + bus

    Estimated costJPY 260 subway + JPY 260 bus (approximately USD 3.50 total)
    Best forFUK Airport → Hakata Station (Kuko Line) → Nishitetsu bus to Marine Messe / Fukuoka International Congress Center

    Cheapest option; the subway leg is about 5 minutes and buses to the Hakata Port area run frequently but are busy at show opening.

    Subway + taxi

    Estimated costJPY 260 subway + JPY 1,500–2,000 taxi (approximately USD 12–15 total)
    Best forFUK Airport → Tenjin or Hakata Station → taxi to venue

    Good compromise when carrying samples or luggage to the venue.

    City bus

    Estimated costJPY 260 (approximately USD 1.75)
    Best forHakata Station → Marine Messe / Hakata Port district (Nishitetsu local routes)

    Journey time roughly 20–25 minutes; use the bus if your hotel is on the Hakata Station side of the city.

    App-based taxi (GO / Uber Taxi)

    Estimated costJPY 700–1,500 for short city trips (approximately USD 5–10)
    Best forWithin Fukuoka city — Hakata, Tenjin, Hakata Port / venue

    Apps dispatch licensed taxis rather than private drivers; useful for venue-to-hotel evening returns.

    One-day subway pass

    Estimated costJPY 640 (approximately USD 4.30)
    Best forFukuoka City Subway network (Kuko, Hakozaki and Nanakuma lines)

    Covers museum, Tenjin and Hakata Station access and pays off if you make more than three subway trips in a day.

    taxi

    Estimated costJPY 6,000–12,000 taxi to the venue district
    Best forFukuoka Airport (FUK) to Marine Messe Fukuoka

    taxi

    Estimated costJPY 6,000–12,000 taxi to the venue district
    Best forKitakyushu Airport (KKJ) to Marine Messe Fukuoka

    taxi

    Estimated costJPY 6,000–12,000 taxi to the venue district
    Best forSaga Airport (HSG) to Marine Messe Fukuoka

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Visa exemption (short-term stay)Passport holders from around 70 countries and regions with a Japanese short-stay exemption, including the United States, United Kingdom, most EU/Schengen states, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand.—Not applicable — no visa required before travel
    Short-term visitor visa (single entry)Nationals of countries without a visa-exemption arrangement (for example China, the Philippines, Vietnam, India and Indonesia) travelling for tourism, meetings or trade fairs.$20.00Roughly 5–10 working days after submission at a Japanese embassy/consulate or accredited application agency
    Short-term visitor visa (multiple entry)Frequent business travellers to Japan with a documented travel history and sufficient financial standing.$40.001–2 weeks; longer in peak application seasons

    Short-term visa exemptions of up to 90 days apply to many nationalities (United States, United Kingdom, most EU/Schengen states, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and others). Confirm the current exemption list and permitted stay length for your passport on Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs site before booking.

    Japan participates in the ATA carnet system, so exhibition goods, commercial samples and professional equipment can be temporarily imported using a carnet issued by your national chamber of commerce. Confirm the carnet and freight arrangements with your chamber and your Japanese customs broker before shipping to Marine Messe Fukuoka.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    November in Fukuoka is mild and autumnal, with daytime highs typically around 17–18°C and overnight lows around 10–11°C. It is a comparatively dry month, but expect occasional rain over roughly 8–10 days (about 70–80 mm for the month) and cool breezes at the Hakata Port waterfront in the evening.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Japan.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Payments: cards, IC cards and cash

    Hotels, department stores and convenience stores accept major credit cards, and transit IC cards (Suica/ICOCA/nimoca) are widely used for trains, buses and small purchases. Smaller restaurants, market stalls and some taxis can still be cash-only, so keep a few thousand yen on hand.

    Tipping is not customary

    Tipping is not expected in restaurants, taxis or hotels in Japan and can cause confusion. Service is included in the price; a sincere thank-you (or a small gift rather than cash) is the appropriate way to acknowledge good service.

    Business etiquette at the show

    Exchanging business cards (meishi) with both hands and a slight bow remains standard, and punctuality for booth meetings is essential. Japanese-language or bilingual product materials and allergen labelling significantly improve buyer engagement, and casual dress is common on the exhibition floor.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: FUK

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Fukuoka; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Japan grants visa-free short-term stays (generally up to 90 days) to passport holders from around 70 countries and regions, including the United States, United Kingdom, most EU/Schengen states, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand. Visitors from passports without an exemption (for example China, the Philippines, Vietnam, India and Indonesia) must obtain a short-term visitor visa from a Japanese embassy/consulate or an accredited agency before travelling — apply several weeks ahead and confirm the current rules on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs site. Foreign visitors typically also need a passport valid for the duration of stay, proof of onward travel and accommodation details.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Stay length varies (commonly up to 90 days, shorter for some nationalities). Exemption applies to tourism and short-term business activities such as meetings and trade fairs; paid employment requires a separate work visa. Published fee is JPY 3,000 (approximately USD 20) and is waived for some nationalities under reciprocity. Typical documents: valid passport, photo, application form, itinerary an

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Fukuoka Airport (FUK): 20–30 min by car/taxi off-peak; allow 35–45 min in morning traffic; Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ): Approximately 1 h 15 min by car via the Kyushu Expressway; Saga Airport (HSG): Approximately 1 h 20–30 min by car/expressway; Nagasaki Airport (NGS): Approximately 2 h by car/expressway. Allow road or rail time to Marine Messe Fukuoka; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Marine Messe Fukuoka: Hakata Station / Gion area (about 5–7 km from Marine Messe; 20–30 min by bus or taxi): Toyoko Inn Hakata-eki Minami, Comfort Hotel Hakata, Dormy Inn Hakata Gion; Hakata Station / Canal City Hakata area (about 5–6 km; 15–25 min by taxi or bus): JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Hakata Chuo, Hakata Tokyu REI Hotel, Hotel Nikko Fukuoka; Jigyohama waterfront (adjacent to Marine Messe) and Tenjin/Daimyo: Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk, Grand Hyatt Fukuoka, The Ritz-Carlton,

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Fukuoka; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Marine Messe Fukuoka.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Marine Messe Fukuoka; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: 10–18°C (typical November highs around 17–18°C, overnight lows around 10–11°C)

    Seasonality: Autumn is comparatively dry in Fukuoka, but expect occasional rain on roughly 8–10 days of the month (about 70–80 mm) plus cool evening breezes off Hakata Port — pack a light jacket and a compact umbrella.

    Packing: Autumn is comparatively dry in Fukuoka, but expect occasional rain on roughly 8–10 days of the month (about 70–80 mm) plus cool evening breezes off Hakata Port — pack a light jacket and a compact umbrella.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: 2026-11-18

    Day 1 (18 November 2026) is the strongest single day: exhibitors are fully staffed from opening, new product launches and press activity are concentrated on the first morning, and the business-matching programme is freshest. If you only have one day, arrive for the 10:00 opening to cover the floor before the afternoon crowd and to secure meetings with the suppliers you most want to see, then use Day 2 (19 November) for follow-up negotiations and closing discussions.

    Side trips

    2

    Dazaifu (Dazaifu Tenmangu and Kyushu National Museum)

    Yanagawa (canal town)

    Networking spots

    3

    Exhibition hall business-matching / meeting area

    The venue's own buyer–seller meeting corner and exhibitor lounges are the highest-density networking space during show hours; book slots in advance where the organiser offers matching.

    Fukuoka International Congress Center and Hakata Port waterfront

    The adjoining congress centre complex hosts the seminars and reception-style functions associated with the show, and its waterfront concourse is a natural place for informal follow-up conversations.

    Hakata Station / Canal City Hakata area

    Most exhibitors and visiting buyers stay around Hakata Station and Canal City, so evening dinners and follow-up meetings there are the easiest to arrange after the hall closes.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · standard

    USD 40 / per person

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    visitor · Short-term visitor visa (single entry)

    USD 20 / per application

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    visitor · Short-term visitor visa (multiple entry)

    USD 40 / per application

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You buy, specify or distribute food and beverage products and can justify a two-day sourcing trip to Fukuoka.

    Best for

    Food-industry buyers, distributors, restaurateurs and retail/private-label teams sourcing Japanese ingredients, processed foods, confectionery and food-service products for the Kyushu and wider Japan market.

    Min. budget

    $450.00

    Timeline

    2–4 weeks (registration, flights and hotel around 18–19 November 2026)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    The show runs only two days, so flights and Hakata-area hotels around 18–19 November 2026 book out early.

    Most exhibitor materials and meetings are conducted in Japanese — plan for translation support or a bilingual colleague.

    exhibit

    You have a Japan-market-ready product with identifiable Kyushu distribution or food-service leads.

    Best for

    Japanese and overseas food, beverage and ingredient brands targeting Kyushu buyers, wholesalers, restaurant chains and import/export partners, or using Fukuoka as a low-cost gateway to test the Japanese market.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3–6 months (booth booking, stand design/build, sample production, shipping or ATA carnet)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Stand/space pricing, shipping and any customs or ATA carnet costs for this edition are not published in official sources yet.

    Localised Japanese-language collateral and a Japanese-speaking booth lead materially affect meeting conversion.

    skip

    The show's food and beverage focus does not match your category, or you can reach the same Japanese buyers more efficiently through FOODEX Japan in Tokyo.

    Best for

    Suppliers whose category sits outside food, beverage and food-service, or buyers already covered by national shows.

    Timeline

    None

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What are the event dates?
    The event will take place on November 18-19, 2026.
    Where is the event held?
    The event will be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka, Japan.
    Is registration required?
    Yes, registration is required for attendance.
    Is there a fee to attend?
    Registration is free for attendees.
    Who is the organizer of the event?
    The event is organized by イノベント.

    Glossary

    1
    Exhibitor
    A company or individual that displays products or services at the event.
    2
    Visitor
    An individual attending the event to explore products and network.
    3
    Registration
    The process of signing up to attend the event.
    4
    Floor Plan
    A layout of the venue showing the arrangement of booths and facilities.
    5
    Networking
    The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional contacts.
    6
    Food Trends
    Current popular themes and innovations in the food industry.

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