We are pleased to announce that the Yokohama Future Organization will be holding the "Startup Demoday × YOXO FESTIVAL 2026" in the Minato Mirai area for three days from January 30th to February 1st, 2026.
Through pitch events that support the growth of startups and exhibition events where people can experience new technologies, we will support the activities and mutual collaboration of startups, companies, universities, etc. that are working to create innovation. In addition, by raising awareness of Yokohama's startup ecosystem, we will further strengthen collaboration, attract new players, and create the next generation of players.
This will be an opportunity for people to learn about the efforts of the Future Innovation Yokohama. We look forward to seeing many people, from children to adults, in attendance.
Overview of YOXO FESTIVAL
(1) Name: "YOXO FESTIVAL 2026 ~Experience the Future in Yokohama~"
(2)日程：2026年1月30日（金）12:00～19:00／1月31日（土）11:00～19:00／2月1日（日）11:00～17:00
(3) Content: This event, organized by the Future Innovation Yokohama, is themed around "Experience the Future in Yokohama," and brings together a diverse range of innovators and creators, including members of the Future Innovation Yokohama, as well as companies, startups, academia, and individuals, to exhibit and present cutting-edge technologies and ideas and solutions currently undergoing demonstration testing, thereby promoting research and development.
(4) Admission fee: Free
(5) Venues: Landmark Plaza, TECH HUB YOKOHAMA, Queen's Square Yokohama, Minatomirai Station Mirai Tube, MARK IS Minatomirai, Grand Mall Park, MM Terrace, Yokohama i-Mark Place, Yokohama Sympho Stage, Yokohama World Porters
(6) Organizer: Future Organization of Yokohama
(7)Website:https://yoxo-o.jp/yoxofestival/
About the exhibit
Through presentations and displays of new technology and service research and development and learning outcomes from a variety of innovators, including members of the Future Yokohama Institute, companies, and universities, we will create a new meeting place that will spark innovation that transcends organizations and fields. We will hold a number of exhibits and events that will lead to the creation of new businesses, the formation of networks and communities, and the creation of next-generation players. *The exhibit contents of each booth will be gradually released on the website. The contents and venue may also change due to weather conditions, etc.
A booth where you can "experience" the future
90 exhibits and demos where you can experience the latest technologies in mobility, AI, gadgets, music, food, etc.
Talk event to "think" about the future
20 talk sessions and pitch events will be held on the theme of "the future"
Workshop to "experience" the future
There are many workshops that children can enjoy, such as programming and science experiments.
Startup DemoDay Overview
Following on from last year, we will be collaborating with a venture capital firm (VC) based in Yokohama to hold a pitch event where startups with high growth potential recommended by some of Japan's leading VCs will take the stage.
Yokohama Future Institute member companies and other business companies, top-tier startups, and active investors will come together in Yokohama to provide opportunities for partnerships, investments, and the building of collaborative relationships, thereby strongly supporting the growth of startups.
Organizers: Canal Ventures Co., Ltd., Lifetime Ventures LLC, Yokohama Future Organization, Yokohama City/Tech startup support center "TECH HUB YOKOHAMA"
Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Venue: Yokohama Landmark Hall