Join us for Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 from November 18-20 at INTEX Osaka, showcasing cutting-edge digital marketing solutions.
Dates
18–20 Nov 2026
City / country
Osaka, Japan
Venue
INTEX Osaka
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Event overview
Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 will take place from November 18 to 20 at INTEX Osaka.
This event is organized by RX Japan and focuses on the latest trends and innovations in digital marketing.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain access to valuable networking opportunities, learn from industry experts, and discover innovative solutions that can enhance their marketing strategies.
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, increase brand visibility, and connect with potential clients and partners. Digital Marketing Expo Osaka is a pivotal event for professionals in the marketing sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and strategies that drive success in the digital landscape.
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
Osaka, Japan
Attend
Event days & opening times
General Admission
Free registration until October 20, after which it becomes a paid registration.
Ticket info
Registration deadline
2026-10-20
How the last edition performed
Current edition
2026
Impact
Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 will take place from November 18 to 20 at INTEX Osaka. This event is organized by RX Japan and focuses on the latest trends and innovations in digital marketing. Digital Marketing Expo Osaka is a pivotal event for professionals in the marketing sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and strategies that drive success in the digital landscape. Join us for Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 from.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Marketing professionals seeking the latest trends, Digital strategists looking for innovative solutions, Business owners interested in enhancing their marketing efforts, Advertising agencies aiming to connect with new technologies. Event Name: Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026. Dates: November 18-20, 2026. Location: INTEX Osaka, Japan. Organized by: RX Japan. Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, increase brand visibility, and connect with potential clients and partners. Digital Marketing Expo Osaka is a pivotal event for professionals in the marketing sector, providing insights into the latest technologies and strategies that drive success in the digital landscape. Exhibitor categories include Digital marketing agencies, Technology providers for marketing solutions, E-commerce platforms, Content management systems.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Kansai is Japan's second-largest business region, and RX Japan's Osaka edition of Japan IT Week brings the group's marketing, martech and DX buyer base to INTEX Osaka alongside co-located IT, retail-tech and manufacturing technology halls. For overseas vendors the show is a comparatively low-cost route into Japanese enterprise and SMB marketing budgets: entry is free until 20 October 2026, and one trip reaches both marketing decision-makers and the systems integrators and agencies who influence Japanese technology purchasing. The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo also reset local corporate appetite for digital transformation projects, making Kansai a realistic first step before committing to the larger Tokyo spring edition.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
AI-assisted campaign operations
First-party data and CDP consolidation
Retail media and commerce media networks
Digital talent shortage and agency-led buying
APAC-language marketing and inbound demand
Treat Digital Marketing Expo Osaka as the autumn anchor of a Japan-focused marketing calendar: pair it with RX Japan's Tokyo editions in spring for nationwide coverage, and benchmark against the European and US flagship shows for product positioning and partnerships.
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Peer events taken from RX Japan's own portfolio and widely published industry calendars; confirm exact dates, venues and space deadlines on each organiser's website before committing budget.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 60–115 / night
Very limited room supply within walking distance of INTEX Osaka; book 4–6 weeks ahead for 18–20 Nov 2026. Rates rise sharply on show days.
sourceUSD 120–200 / night
Best balance of price, room size and transit access; the Nanko Port Town Line connects Universal City and Nakafuto to the venue in under 15 minutes.
sourceUSD 230–480 / night
Choose Osaka Bay for shortest commute, Namba/Umeda for dining, nightlife and direct Kansai Airport (KIX) rail links.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Red Line metro serves DWTC and Expo City when applicable.
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Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa exemption (short-term stay, up to 90 days) | Citizens of roughly 70 countries/regions covered by Japanese visa-waiver arrangements — including the United States, United Kingdom, EU/Schengen states, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand and the UAE — travelling for meetings, conferences or trade-show attendance. | Not yet confirmed | None — no application; entry status granted on arrival at the port of entry. | |
| Short-term business visa (single entry) | Business travellers from nationalities without a visa-waiver arrangement (including many African, South Asian and Middle Eastern countries) attending the show for meetings, sales or partner discussions. | $20.00 | Approximately 5–10 working days once the embassy/consulate accepts the file; apply 3–4 weeks before departure. | |
| Multiple-entry business visa | Frequent business travellers expecting several Japan trips within the visa validity window. | $40.00 | Approximately 5–10 working days; longer where additional screening applies. |
Visa-free short stays (typically 90 days, 15 days for a few nationalities) apply to about 70 countries/regions; confirm your passport against the MOFA visa-exemption list and use Visit Japan Web for the immigration/customs QR code before departure.
Japan does not participate in the ATA Carnet system. Exhibitors bringing goods temporarily use Japan Customs' temporary-import (duty-free re-export) procedure, normally arranged through the organiser's recommended freight forwarder or a licensed customs broker.
Official visa pageWeather
November in Osaka is late autumn: daytime highs typically 16–18°C and overnight lows 9–11°C, with around 60 mm of rain spread over roughly 8 rainy days. Expect mostly crisp, clear days, falling humidity and early autumn colour, with cool evenings — pack layers and a compact umbrella for show-floor and evening walking.
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
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping and payment
Tipping is not customary and can cause awkwardness — service is included. Cash is still widely accepted in Osaka, but IC transit cards (ICOCA/Suica), credit cards and QR payments (PayPay) cover most hotels, restaurants and convenience stores.
Business etiquette
Exchange meishi (business cards) with both hands and a slight bow, and take a moment to read the card before pocketing it. Punctuality is expected — arrive a few minutes early for meetings, and dress in dark business attire.
On the move and at the venue
Keep phone calls and loud conversation off trains; queue on the marked platform lines. At INTEX Osaka, follow staff direction for hall entry, bring a reusable bag for brochures, and note that many exhibitors' materials are Japanese-language only — ask for English datasheets or bring a translation app.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: DXB
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Osaka; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Japan grants visa-free short stays of up to 90 days to citizens of about 70 countries/regions (including the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Singapore and the UAE) for business meetings and trade-show attendance. Delegates from non-exempt countries need a short-term business visa from a Japanese embassy or consulate — allow 3–4 weeks and request an invitation/visa-support letter from the organiser. Visas are not issued on arrival, and all travellers should complete Visit Japan Web before flying.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
The waiver covers business meetings, negotiation and exhibition attendance, but not paid employment or running a business in Japan. Passport must remain valid for the stay; immigration may ask for a return ticket and hotel details. Standard single-entry fee is JPY 3,000 (≈USD 20); some nationalities have separate fee schedules. Requires an invitation letter or company guarantee documents — request
OfficialFind a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Areas to stay
Nakafuto / Cosmosquare and Universal City — 1–3 metro stops from the venue · Nanko-Kita / Suminoe ward — walking distance to INTEX Osaka · Osaka Bay (Grand Prince), Namba and Umeda — 15–35 min by taxi or metro
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC); SHJ Airport (SHJ). Allow road or rail time to INTEX Osaka; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near INTEX Osaka: Nanko-Kita / Suminoe ward — walking distance to INTEX Osaka: Hotel Fukuracia Osaka-Bay (Nanko-Kita, closest business-style hotel to the venue), Business hotels around Cosmosquare / Osakako metro stations; Nakafuto / Cosmosquare and Universal City — 1–3 metro stops from the venue: Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay (Nanko-Kita, near Nakafuto station), Hotel Universal Port and Hotel Keihan Universal Tower (Universal City); Osaka Bay (Grand Prince), Namba and Umeda — 15–35
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Osaka; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to INTEX Osaka.
Parking: On-site parking is available at INTEX Osaka; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Days 16–18°C / nights 9–11°C (typical Osaka November range)
Seasonality: Late-autumn pattern: mostly dry, clear and increasingly cool days with falling humidity; occasional rain fronts deliver around 60 mm across the month. Little risk of typhoons by late November.
Packing: November in Osaka is late autumn: daytime highs typically 16–18°C and overnight lows 9–11°C, with around 60 mm of rain spread over roughly 8 rainy days. Expect mostly crisp, clear days, falling humidity and early autumn colour, with cool evenings — pack layers and a compact umbrella for show-floor a
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 1 — Wednesday 18 November 2026 (opening day)
Opening day carries the keynotes and product announcements, the full Digital Marketing Expo roster plus the co-located Japan IT Week halls are all open, and exhibitor staffing is at its peak — best for a single-day visit covering both vendor discovery and conference sessions. If your priority is detailed 1:1 meetings rather than breadth, Day 2 (Thursday 19 November) is calmer on the floor and easier to book in-depth demos.
Confirm passport validity and Japan entry and visa requirements for your nationality — Apply early if a visa is required; the show runs 18-20 November 2026 at INTEX Osaka.
Book flights to Osaka area airports and compare transfer options to INTEX Osaka — Aim to arrive by 17 November, the day before the show opens.
Reserve a hotel in Osaka within easy reach of INTEX Osaka — Choose free-cancellation rates and book early as show dates approach.
Complete online visitor registration for Digital Marketing Expo Osaka 2026 — Register through japan-it.jp and check whether early registration terms apply.
Download the exhibition hall plan and programme from japan-it.jp — Map the halls and note priority booths before you travel.
Shortlist sessions, keynotes and exhibitor stands to visit — Focus on digital marketing, martech, e-commerce and analytics exhibitors.
Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors and partners — Confirm meeting slots and booth numbers in advance.
Plan daily transport between your hotel and INTEX Osaka — Allow extra time for morning peak travel on show days.
Prepare business cards, meeting documents and a portable charger — Bring both printed and digital copies of key materials.
Finalise packing for three days of business meetings in Osaka — Pack business attire and comfortable walking shoes for long days on the show floor.
Save or print your registration confirmation and badge QR code — Have the confirmation ready for badge collection on arrival.
Arrive in Osaka, collect your badge and attend Day 1 of the show — Arrive early on 18 November for orientation and security screening.
Kyoto
Temples, Gion, Nishiki Market and Fushimi Inari — the classic half-day or evening add-on to a business trip, and easily reached from central Osaka.
Nara
Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha temples plus Nara Park's deer — a relaxed half-day trip that pairs well with an afternoon flight home.
Digital Marketing Expo exhibitor zone, INTEX Osaka
On-Site B2B Floor
Booth staff are most available mid-morning and after the first afternoon break; ask for the English-speaking contact.
Organiser seminar and conference concourse
Session & Reception Area
Check the schedule page closer to the show for session times and any networking reception being run by the organiser.
Namba and Umeda evening districts
After-Hours Business Dining
Reserve group tables in advance; keep the evening informal and let your host lead on ordering.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General Admission
JPY 5500 / per person
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visitor · Short-term business visa (single entry)
USD 20 / per application
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visitor · Multiple-entry business visa
USD 40 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | General Admission | JPY 5500 / per person | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | Short-term business visa (single entry) | USD 20 / per application | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | Multiple-entry business visa | USD 40 / per application | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You want first-hand visibility of Japanese martech/adtech vendors and buyers before committing budget, or you are scouting the Kansai market ahead of a larger Tokyo presence.
Best for
Marketing, growth and DX teams from brands, agencies and SMBs who need a vendor shortlist, competitive intel and partner meetings in the Kansai market without committing exhibition space.
Min. budget
$5,800.00
Timeline
1–2 days on the floor; free visitor registration closes 20 Oct 2026, then book flights and Osaka Bay/Namba hotels 4–6 weeks ahead.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Free registration closes 20 October 2026; after that entry is JPY 5,500 per person.
Show-floor materials and many exhibitor staff are Japanese-language first — plan translation support.
exhibit
You have a qualified Kansai/Japan pipeline target, budget for a Japanese-language sales motion, and can commit to post-show follow-up for 3–6 months.
Best for
Martech, adtech, CDP/CRM, analytics, retail-media and DX solution vendors with a Japan-ready product, localisation plan and Japanese-speaking sales coverage.
Min. budget
$26,100.00
Timeline
6–9 months: space application and contract, stand design and build, freight/customs, Japanese-language collateral, staff travel and follow-up campaign.
Risks
Estimated exhibit floor budget from stand/travel cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Japan does not accept ATA Carnets — temporary import must be arranged through a freight forwarder or customs broker.
Returns depend on Japanese-language sales follow-up after the show; English-only stands convert poorly.
skip
Your APAC budget is committed elsewhere, the Kansai buyer profile does not match your ICP, or a Japanese partner/distributor already covers the segment for you.
Best for
Teams with no Japan revenue plan this cycle, or those already covering the market through the larger spring Japan IT Week Tokyo edition or a local distributor.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
n/a
Risks
No major risks listed.
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.
