⏰Date: July 1–3, 2026

📍Venue: Kyoto Miyakomesse / Hotel Okura Kyoto

📝Overview:

IVS2026 (IVS2026 | Japan's largest startup conference) is one of Japan's largest startup conferences.

This event is designed for entrepreneurs, investors, large enterprises, media, government officials, and students. Key highlights include:

• Stage Sessions: Over 80 keynote speeches and panel discussions

• Startup Market: Approximately 300 startup exhibitors

• IVS CORE: An invitation-only, closed-door networking area for executives

• IVS LAUNCHPAD: Japan's top pitch competition, featuring a 6-minute final presentation

• Side Events: Collaborative events held across Kyoto

• Networking: Real-time business meetings, investment discussions, and recruiting

The event also features zones such as Crypto Zone, Kyoto Zone, Student Event, and Core Lounge, along with services like childcare.