Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
The World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare (WCNPH-2026) is scheduled for November 23-25, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan.
This hybrid event will bring together nurses, healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry experts to explore the latest advancements in nursing and primary healthcare.
Participants will engage in keynote speeches, plenary sessions, and panel discussions, fostering international collaborations and sharing innovative practices.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare takes place from November 23-25, 2026, at Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier, Tokyo, Japan.
- 2Scale and Focus: This global event will gather healthcare professionals to discuss advancements in nursing and primary healthcare.
- 3Organiser: The conference is organized by The Iconic Meetings Group, with registration available on their official website.
- 4Entry / Access: Registration is open now, with various pricing options for in-person and virtual attendance.
- 5Location: World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare takes place in Tokyo, Japan. Venue: Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier. Scheduled 2026-11-23 to 2026-11-25.
Why visit
Attend the 2026 nursing and healthcare conference in Tokyo's Toyosu waterfront district to work through the practical issues facing nurse leaders, educators and clinical teams in Japan and across Asia. Registration is open now, with various pricing options for in-person and virtual attendance.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of healthcare professionals. This event provides a platform for visibility and engagement with key decision-makers in the nursing sector. Exhibiting at WCNPH-2026 will enhance brand recognition and facilitate valuable connections.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Nurses from various specialties
Healthcare administrators and managers
Researchers in nursing and healthcare
Public health professionals
Students in nursing and healthcare programs
Policy makers in health sectors
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Nursing education publishers and clinical simulation suppliers presenting manikins, skills trainers, competency assessment and curriculum content
Electronic health record and nursing documentation vendors demonstrating care-planning, eMAR and handover modules
Patient monitoring and vital-signs device makers showing ward-level observation, early-warning scoring and remote monitoring
Telehealth and remote care providers with virtual consultation platforms, home monitoring kits and nurse triage tools
Infection prevention and patient-handling equipment suppliers covering PPE, disinfection, lifting and mobility systems
Workforce scheduling, credentialing and staff rostering software vendors focused on nurse retention and workload balancing
Healthcare recruitment, education and professional-body representatives offering CPD, certification and career pathways for nurses
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Clinical simulation manikins, skills trainers and debriefing systems
Nursing education platforms, e-learning and competency assessment
Electronic health records and nursing documentation software
Patient monitoring, vital-signs devices and early-warning scoring
Telehealth kits, remote monitoring and nurse triage platforms
Infection prevention consumables and disinfection systems
Patient handling, mobility and pressure-injury prevention equipment
Workforce scheduling, credentialing and nurse rostering software
Continuing professional development (CPD) and certification resources
Location & Facilities
Venue
Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Tokyo, Japan
Facilities
Parking
Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier 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: Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier 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 Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Delegate/Listener (In-Person)
949Speaker (In-Person)
849Student
649Virtual (Speaker/Delegate)
499
Who runs the show
Organisers
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Local currency · JPY
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Tokyo
Primary international gateway serving Tokyo.
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel LiveMax Toyosu-Ekimae
2-star
Toyosu, TokyoBudget option about 320 m from Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier. Approximate late-November night band; confirm live JPY rates.
hotel MONday Premium TOYOSU
4-star
Toyosu, TokyoQuoted 32% below its usual rate at capture time and sited about 890 m from the Toyosu reference hotel. Approximate night band; confirm live JPY rates.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Reference property
Toyosu, TokyoHotel used as the near-venue reference point in the Google Travel hotel search; 320 m from Hotel LiveMax Toyosu-Ekimae and 890 m from hotel MONday Premium TOYOSU. Approximate premium night band; confirm live JPY rates.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
airport rail
Estimated costJPY 500-1,200 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forNarita Airport (NRT) to Tokyo Station on the Narita Express (N'EX)
JR East service; then transfer to the Tokyo Metro or Yurikamome for Toyosu.
airport rail
Estimated costJPY 500-1,200 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forNarita Airport (NRT) to Ueno on the Keisei Skyliner
Keisei line; a cheaper limited-express option also runs to Ueno. Continue by metro to Toyosu.
airport bus
Estimated costApprox. JPY 1,200-3,200 one way depending on stop; confirm the hotel stop and live fare
Best forNarita Airport (NRT) to Tokyo Bay and Toyosu hotels
Airport limousine buses serve selected Tokyo Bay hotels; check whether your hotel is a stop or use a nearby station.
metro
Estimated costJPY 180-320 single metro journey
Best forTokyo Station to Toyosu Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Direct metro link to Toyosu; from Toyosu Station, hotels in the cluster are walkable or a short taxi ride.
metro
Estimated costJPY 180-320 single metro journey
Best forShimbashi to Toyosu on the Yurikamome line
Elevated driverless line across Tokyo Bay; useful for hotels in the Toyosu and Ariake waterfront districts.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. JPY 20,000-26,000; fixed-fare taxis may be available, confirm before departure
Best forTokyo (NRT) to Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Long cross-city journey; rail is usually faster and cheaper. Use licensed taxis and confirm the fare estimate at the airport rank.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. JPY 700-1,000 minimum fare; confirm the meter at pickup
Best forToyosu Station to Toyosu hotel cluster
Short hop for luggage or late arrivals; many hotels are also walkable from Toyosu Station.
walk
Estimated costFree
Best forToyosu hotel cluster to the Toyosu waterfront conference district
Hotel LiveMax Toyosu-Ekimae is about 320 m from Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier, hotel MONday Premium TOYOSU about 890 m and Premier Hotel -CABIN PRESIDENT- Tokyo about 1.2 km. Confirm the exact venue entrance on the organiser map.
Weather
Late November in Tokyo is late autumn: expect cool, generally dry days with temperatures roughly 9-17 C, cooler nights around 5-11 C, and a bay breeze off Tokyo Bay. Rain is possible but this is not the peak rainy season. Treat these as climatological ranges and check a 10-day forecast before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Japan uses 100 V power with Type A and Type B plugs; bring a suitable adapter and check dual-voltage devices. Free Wi-Fi is common in Tokyo hotels and conference venues, but speeds and access rules vary. A pocket Wi-Fi router or Japan eSIM is useful for maps, translation and train apps; confirm your phone supports Japanese LTE/5G bands. Suica or Pasmo IC cards work on most Tokyo trains and buses and can be topped up at stations.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards and introductions
Carry business cards (meishi) and offer them with both hands; a brief bow and a clear introduction are standard in Japanese professional settings. English-language cards are acceptable, but a Japanese-language side helps with hospital and university contacts.
Punctuality and queues
Sessions and meetings start on time. Arrive early, queue in designated lines and keep phone calls off trains and crowded indoor spaces.
Paying and tipping
Tipping is not customary in Japan. Cash is still useful at small restaurants and shops, while IC cards and major credit cards work on most transport and at hotels. Prices are generally displayed tax-inclusive.
Conference dress and evenings
Business casual or business attire is appropriate for the conference. Evenings in late November can be cool near Tokyo Bay, so bring a layer for the walk between venues and hotels.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: NRT
Sample searches used 2026-11-23 outbound and 2026-11-27 return, economy, priced in JPY. Nonstop availability is best from Dubai, Singapore and Seoul; New York, London and Sydney results were all one-stop. Google Flights noted that prices for some origins were high for the sample dates, so track fares and book early for November travel. November is a popular travel month in Japan, so check baggage policies for conference equipment and allow a buffer if you are presenting.
Transport
Get 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 Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier: Toyosu, Tokyo: Hotel LiveMax Toyosu-Ekimae; Toyosu, Tokyo: hotel MONday Premium TOYOSU; Toyosu, Tokyo: Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier.
Ride-hail: Tokyo has licensed taxi apps such as GO, Uber Taxi and DiDi, which dispatch metered taxis rather than private cars in most cases. Use the app to set a pickup point at the airport, hotel or station, and confirm the estimated fare before departure. Taxis are useful for luggage-heavy airport transfers and late-night returns, but rail is usually faster between Toyosu and central Tokyo. Fares are metered; tipping is not expected.
Public transit: Tokyo's rail network is the main way to reach Toyosu. From Narita (NRT), take the Narita Express to Tokyo Station or the Keisei Skyliner to Ueno, then continue on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line to Toyosu. The Yurikamome from Shimbashi serves the Tokyo Bay waterfront, including Toyosu and Ariake. Buy or top up a Suica or Pasmo IC card for metro, JR and bus journeys; single metro fares in central Tokyo are typically around JPY 180-330. Confirm first and last train times for your return journey.
Parking: Paid parking is available at several Tokyo Bay hotels and venues in the Toyosu and Ariake districts, typically around JPY 1,500-3,000 per day, but event-week spaces are limited and rates vary by garage. Confirm the specific venue's parking arrangements with the organiser before driving. For most attendees, rail to Toyosu Station plus a short walk or taxi is simpler than driving into the waterfront district.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026 (late autumn)
Temperature: Approx. 9-17 C daytime and 5-11 C overnight; cooler near Tokyo Bay.
Seasonality: Late November is generally drier than Tokyo's summer rainy season, but occasional rain systems pass through. Bay breezes can make the waterfront feel cooler than central Tokyo.
Packing: Pack layers, a warm jacket or coat, a compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes and business casual attire. Bring a Type A/B power adapter, business cards and a charged phone with a maps app. A small day bag is useful for conference materials and shopping.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-14
Confirm your registration tier (in-person delegate, speaker, student or virtual) and check the cancellation terms before paying.
T-14
Book a Toyosu-area hotel with free cancellation; the Toyosu cluster is walkable to the waterfront conference district.
T-12
Check passport validity and Japan entry requirements for your nationality; apply for a visa early if required.
T-12
Book flights into Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND) and allow time for immigration and the rail transfer to Toyosu.
T-10
Buy or top up a Suica or Pasmo IC card and check rail routes from your arrival airport to Toyosu.
T-10
Download the organiser schedule and mark sessions on nursing education, simulation, informatics and workforce.
T-7
Arrange pocket Wi-Fi or an eSIM and check that your phone supports Japanese mobile bands.
T-7
Pack business cards, a Type A/B power adapter and comfortable shoes for walking between hotels and the venue.
T-5
Print or save your registration confirmation and hotel booking; share your itinerary with your institution.
T-3
Check the Tokyo 10-day forecast and pack layers for cool late-autumn days.
T-1
Confirm the venue address and first-session start time on the organiser schedule page.
Day 1
Arrive 30-45 minutes early for badge collection and orientation.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare registration concourse
Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights¥190
- Per diem × 2¥150
Estimated total¥340
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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JPY 949 / per person
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JPY 849 / per person
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JPY 649 / per person
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JPY 499 / per person
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | Student | JPY 649 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Virtual (Speaker/Delegate) | JPY 499 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Nursing education resources and Healthcare technology solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare in Tokyo.
Min. budget
$1,399.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Nursing education resources and Healthcare technology solutions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$6,295.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Tokyo show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Advanced practice nursing
- Nursing roles that require graduate-level preparation and expanded clinical responsibility, such as nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists.
- Clinical simulation
- Scenario-based training with manikins, task trainers or standardized patients that lets nurses practice assessment, communication and technical skills before live clinical work.
- Continuing professional development (CPD)
- Structured learning, including conferences, workshops and online modules, that nurses use to maintain competence and meet licensing or certification requirements.
- Evidence-based practice (EBP)
- Clinical decision-making that combines the best available research, clinician expertise and patient preferences rather than relying on habit alone.
- Nursing informatics
- The use of data, information systems and technology to support nursing documentation, decision-making, workflow and patient safety.
- Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs)
- Standardized questionnaires that capture a patient's own view of symptoms, function and quality of life, often used to evaluate care and treatment.
- Telehealth
- Remote delivery of care through video, phone, messaging or remote monitoring, including nurse triage, follow-up and chronic-disease support.
- Care coordination
- Deliberate organization of patient care activities and information sharing among clinicians, patients and families to improve outcomes and reduce duplication.
- Infection prevention and control (IPC)
- Policies and practices, such as hand hygiene, PPE and environmental cleaning, that reduce the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
- Nurse staffing and workload management
- Planning and allocating nursing staff, skills and shift patterns to match patient acuity, safety requirements and workforce wellbeing.
- Competency-based education
- Training and assessment organized around demonstrable clinical competencies rather than time spent in a course.
- Electronic health record (EHR)
- A digital record of a patient's medical history, orders, medications and nursing notes, used across care settings to support coordinated treatment.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- WCNPH 2026
- Nursing Conference Tokyo 2026
- Healthcare Events Japan 2026
- World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare 2026
- World Conference on Nursing and Primary Healthcare Tokyo 2026
- World Conference 2026
- World Conference Tokyo 2026
- Nursing 2026
- Nursing Tokyo 2026
- Tokyo Japan
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