Japan's Largest Podcast Event 'PODCAST EXPO 2026' Concludes with Over 12,000 Attendees
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- 📰 Published: May 12, 2026 at 01:30
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The inaugural 'PODCAST EXPO 2026' was held in Setagaya, Tokyo, on May 9-10, 2026, drawing 12,713 visitors. The event featured three main areas: 'Podcast Weekend' (a market with 150+ programs), 'P7 - PODCAST SUMMIT' (a conference with 63 speakers), and corporate exhibitions. Major partners including Spotify, Yamaha, and ZOOM provided hands-on experiences with the latest audio technology. The event successfully marked a significant step in evolving podcasting from a personal hobby into a vibrant industrial culture, generating massive engagement both on-site and on social media.