Manufacturing NEXT
Solution-Focused Exhibition Evolving Annually with New Topics
Show Schedule
Visitor Registration for OSAKA SHOW (Oct. 7-9, 2026)
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for OSAKA SHOW
(Oct. 7-9, 2026)
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☑ Floor Plan, etc.
What is Manufacturing NEXT?
Manufacturing NEXT is a new solution-focused exhibition, part of Manufacturing World,
designed to find solutions to the key challenges facing the manufacturing industry.
The show evolves annually with new topics aligned to industry trends, and for 2026,
Automation & Labor-Saving, Utilisation of AI, and Reducing Workload in Design & Manufacturing will be the main focus.
One of Japan’s largest trade shows for
the manufacturing industry!
Current Exhibitions within Manufacturing World
- Mechanical Components & Technology Expo
- Design & Manufacturing Solutions Expo
- Manufacturing DX Expo
- Measure/Test/Sensor Expo
- Manufacturing DX Expo ...etc.
Newly Launched!
Now Even More Powerful with Manufacturing NEXT!
Stronger Every Year with
Key Manufacturing Themes Added!
Manufacturing NEXT’ introduces new themes each year to reflect the evolving needs of the manufacturing industry.
By staying aligned with the latest technologies and issues, it provides visitors with new insights and value.
＜Upcoming Schedule＞
◆2026
Automation & Labor-Saving Solutions
AI Utilization
Design & Manufacturing Process Optimization
◆2027
Automation & Labor-Saving Solutions
AI Utilization
Design & Manufacturing Process Optimization
To be announced in May 2026
◆2028
Automation & Labor-Saving Solutions
AI Utilization
Design & Manufacturing Process Optimization
To be announced in May 2027
Three Key Areas Featuring Hot Topics in Manufacturing
Effectively showcase your products and solutions to manufacturers in the following stages:
1. Automation &
Labor-Saving Stage
<Exhibit Products>
Production Sites
- Production management systems
- Manufacturing equipment robots
- Conveying equipment and systems
- Machinery and component technologies
- Inspection and quality control systems
Procurement and Storage Automation
- Inventory management system
- Ordering platform
- Purchasing management system
Human Resources Measures
- Engineer dispatch
- Education programs
etc..
2. AI Utilization Stage
<Exhibit Products>
- Demand forecasting
- Drawing search
- Experimental simulation
- Research simulation
- Visual inspection
- Anomaly detection
- Translation
- AI agents
- RPA/chatbots
- AI-OCR
etc..
etc..
3. Design & Manufacturing
Workload Reduction Stage
<Exhibit Products>
Design workload
- Design support systems
- Data management & sharing systems
- Process design & management systems
- Analysis tools
Manufacturing workload
- Processing Technology
- Parts & Materials
- Machinery & Equipment
- Contract Processing (Molding / Modeling / Production)
etc..
etc..
<Visitor Profile>
Design, Development, Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Procurement,
SCM, and Production Departments of Manufacturers
Next up is OSAKA SHOW
Visitor Registration for OSAKA SHOW (Oct. 7-9, 2026)
Visitor Registration
for OSAKA SHOW
(Oct. 7-9, 2026)
Free Registration is Required
Get Your Free Badge
Register now for fast entry.
For Managers & Above Only
Enjoy VIP lounge access.
Become an Exhibitor
Available Documents
☑ Show Brochure
☑ Contract Form
☑ Floor Plan, etc.
Manufacturing World – Specialised Shows
Manufacturing World consists of 12 specialised shows featuring DX solutions, 3D printers, energy-saving equipment, and more.
Visitors can efficiently compare and evaluate a wide range of products and technologies for the manufacturing industry—all in one place.
⚙ Component / Technology
Enhancing Mechanical Components, Processing & Surface Technologies
・Motors, Motion Technologies
・Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Piping Components
・Processing Technologies, Surface Treatment
・Screws, Springs
・Mechanical Components, etc.
Connecting You with Manufacturing & Development Partners
・ODM (Design & Manufacturing)
・OEM / Contract Manufacturing
・EMS
・Assembly & Inspection Services
・Manufacturing Staffing, etc.
Medical/Healthcare Device Development & Manufacturing
・Pumps, Motion Technologies
・Processing Technologies, Coatings
・Electronic & Mechanical Components
・Measuring Equipment, Sensors
・OEM, Materials, etc.
💻 IT Solution / Digital Transformation
Manufacturing Solutions for Design, Development & Production Management
・CAD, CAM, CAE
・PLM, PDM, BOM
・Production Management Systems, ERP
・3D Measurement
・Drawing Data Management
・Design Outsourceing, etc.
Driving Digital Transformation, AI & IT Solutions for Manufacturing
・Manufacturing, Production, Quality DX
・Procurement, Purchasing & Estimation DX
・Sales & Marketing DX
・Business Management DX
・Back-Office DX (HR, Accounting, Legal), etc.
Exhibition for Strengthening Manufacturing Security Solutions
・Endpoint Protection
・Network Security
・Anti-Spoofing & Tampering Solutions
・License Management
・Other Cybersecurity Solutions, etc.
🏭 Facility / Measuring
Improving Factory Safety, Environment, Energy Efficiency & Productivity
・Factory Equipment & Supplies
・Energy-Saving Products
・Logistics & Material Handling Equipment
・Safety & Disaster Prevention Products
・Deburring, Cleaning, Processing Machines, etc.
Exhibition for Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing Technologies
・Additive Manufacturing
・Metal & Resin 3D Printers
・Materials
・Contract Manufacturing Services, etc.
Advancing Precision & Quality in Manufacturing
・Measuring Instruments
・Inspection Equipment
・Sensors
・Testing Equipment
・Weighing Instruments, etc.
Optimising Maintenance & Extending Equipment Lifespan
・Equipment Management Systems
・Inspection & Measurement equipment
・Repair & Maintenance Parts
・Repair Services
・Tools, etc.
🏅 Newly Launched
AI-Powered Robotics & Systems Solving Real-World Challenges
・AI Robotics
・Operations Management & Communication Infrastructure
・Development & Simulation Platforms
・Core Components & Sensing Technologies
・AI for Recognition & Control, etc.
Solution-Focused Exhibition Evolving Annually with New Topics
・Automation & Labor-Saving
・AI Applications
・Design & Processing Efficiency
・Solutions Focused on Key Industry Challenges, etc.
Semiconductor World Fukuoka (Newly Launched)
Materials & Processing Technologies for Semiconductor Equipment Design and Manufacturing
For semiconductor manufacturing facilities:
・Mechanical Components & Processing Technologies
・Materials & Consumables
・Vacuum Equipment, Fluid Control & Piping
・Electrical & Control Components
・Cleanroom Equipment & Measuring Instruments, etc.
Solutions for Smart Semiconductor Factories and Facility Operations
For semiconductor manufacturing facilities:
・Cleanroom & Facility Solutions
・Manufacturing Process Equipment & Inspection Systems
・Smart Factory & Automation Solutions
・Facility Operation, Maintenance & Support Services
・Training, Human Resources & Specialized Services, etc.
*Medical Device Development Expo: Tokyo & Osaka only.
*Semiconductor World including Semiconductor Equipment Development Expo and Semiconductor Fab Equipment & Operations Expo: Fukuoka only.