CEATEC 2026 in Makuhari Messe Showcases Record AI and Robotics Innovations

The CEATEC Technology Show is scheduled to run from October 13 through October 16, 2026 at the Makuhari Messe exhibition centre in Chiba, a large complex situated just outside the capital city of Tokyo, as stated in the official press release issued by the organisers of the event.

The exhibition is being orchestrated under the leadership of JEITA – the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association – and is being co‑organised with the support of the CIAJ and the SAJ, a detail that is confirmed by the published event documentation.

Scale and International Reach

A total of 821 companies, research institutes and other organisations have officially confirmed that they will take part, establishing a new record for the show. Among these participants, a historic 246 start‑ups and university groups will present their most advanced research, while 194 foreign firms representing 31 different nations will add a broad international dimension to the programme.

The organisers anticipate that more than 110,000 visitors will attend, ranging from senior industry executives and venture capitalists to university scholars and technology journalists, thereby creating a dense network for knowledge exchange, collaborative projects and partnership formation.

Key Corporate Demonstrations

Mitsubishi Electric will showcase an AI‑driven system that can detect abnormal acoustic signatures and human speech even within heavily noisy production lines, illustrating how predictive maintenance can be applied to modern factories.

Hitachi Ltd. is set to exhibit AI‑based solutions aimed at improving the efficiency of social infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on railway operations and energy‑distribution networks, underscoring the company’s drive toward sustainable urban mobility.

NEC Corp. will present a cyber‑attack protection service that is designed for organisations of any size, highlighting capabilities such as real‑time threat detection, automated response and continuous security monitoring.

NEDO’s Thematic Presence

The New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) will operate a dedicated exhibition zone entitled “NEDO and the transformation of the future.” This space will combine panel discussions, video presentations, live demonstrations and a consultancy desk that offers guidance on accessing R&D funding.

NEDO’s showcase is organised into three thematic categories – AI & Robotics, Mobility, and Infrastructure & Solutions – each populated with collaborative projects that involve universities, industrial partners and start‑ups.

• Humanoid robot that replicates human actions – joint project of ATR and Kyoto University
• Lightweight reversible motor for flying vehicles – developed by DENSO
• Acoustic mask “OTO Mask” with integrated sound sensor – created by Kyoto‑Kogei University
• AI‑based abnormal sound detection system – Mitsubishi Electric
• Cyber‑attack protection platform – NEC Corp

Within the AI & Robotics track, a humanoid robot capable of reproducing human gestures will be displayed; the robot is the result of a joint effort between ATR and the University of Kyoto, demonstrating progress toward seamless human‑machine interaction.

In the Mobility sector, DENSO will unveil a lightweight reversible motor intended for integration into next‑generation flying vehicle concepts, signalling a shift toward aerial urban transport solutions.

The Infrastructure segment will feature the OTO Mask, an acoustic mask equipped with an embedded sound sensor, developed by Kyoto‑Kogei University, with the aim of mitigating noise pollution while simultaneously monitoring ambient sound levels.

Future Outlook

For English‑speaking companies and research groups, CEATEC offers concrete takeaways: proven AI‑based sound‑analysis tools for manufacturing environments, ready‑to‑deploy cyber‑security services, and a clear pathway to Japanese R&D funding through NEDO’s advisory desk. Exposure to cross‑sector prototypes such as the humanoid robot and the lightweight motor provides immediate inspiration for product road‑maps and partnership opportunities in the global market.

Local attendees in the Chiba prefecture are especially excited about the chance to witness these innovations up close, as the event promises to boost regional visibility, attract talent and stimulate collaborations that could shape the next decade of Japanese technology development.