When is the 8th Cellular Agriculture Conference scheduled to be held?

It is scheduled for Friday, July 10, 2026, with networking opportunities after the event.

What is the main theme of the conference?

The theme is 'Bringing 'Future Food' to Current Business,' focusing on discussions about societal implementation challenges and commercialization of cellular foods and other products.

Announcing the 8th Cellular Agriculture Conference to Discuss the Latest Trends in Cellular Foods and Alternative Proteins! Friday, July 10th @ University of Tokyo Yayoi Auditorium

Q: What is cellular agriculture?

It is a new method of producing foods and materials using cells and microorganisms, instead of traditional livestock and crops. An example is 'cellular food' made by culturing animal cells.

Published Apr 3, 2026 9:55 PM ・ Updated Jun 2, 2026 1:01 PM ・ 10 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association will host the 8th Cellular Agriculture Conference at the University of Tokyo on July 10, 2026. The conference will discuss the latest trends in cellular foods and alternative proteins, and how to deploy them in current businesses.

The NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association (CAIC) will hold the "8th Cellular Agriculture Conference" (Supervisors: Kensuke Okada, Jyunon Koike), one of the largest conferences specializing in cellular agriculture in Japan, on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Yayoi Auditorium, Ichijo Hall, Faculty of Agriculture, The University of Tokyo (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo).

In conjunction with this, we have begun selling participation tickets and recruiting sponsor companies.

Conference Overview

**Name:** 8th Cellular Agriculture Conference

**Theme:** "Future Food" into Current Business

**Date & Time:** Friday, July 10, 2026, 13:00–18:30 (scheduled) *Networking to follow*

**Venue:** Yayoi Auditorium, Ichijo Hall, Faculty of Agriculture, The University of Tokyo (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo)

**Organizer:** NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association

What is Cellular Agriculture?

Cellular Agriculture is a new method of producing foods and materials, which were previously made from livestock and crops, using the power of "cells" and "microorganisms." A prime example is "cellular food," which is created by culturing animal cells to produce meat instead of raising animals. These technologies are expected not only to reduce future food shortages and environmental burden but also hold the potential to create "entirely new kinds of food." In recent years, research, development, and commercialization have been progressing worldwide, making it a field that could significantly transform our way of eating.

About the Cellular Agriculture Conference

The Japan Cellular Agriculture Association hosts an annual conference on cellular agriculture. This conference, where researchers, startups, companies, and policymakers gather to share the latest trends and network, has consistently attracted 200-300 participants.

For the 8th conference, in addition to reporting on research outcomes, we are planning a program that focuses on "social implementation and business development."

Conference Theme: "Future Food" into Current Business

Technologies surrounding cellular agriculture, such as cellular foods (cultured meat) and precision fermentation, are advancing rapidly. On the other hand, for social implementation, complex challenges such as "safety evaluation," "legal regulations," and "market acceptance" are becoming apparent. This conference will delve into the connection between research, regulation, and business from the perspective of "how to make it a viable business."

### Main Session Content (Partial)

Safety evaluation and regulations for cellular foods Market strategy for cellular agriculture from the perspective of social acceptance Current status of business development by domestic and international startups Implementation strategy viewed from the alternative protein market

### Speakers (Scheduled, Partial List)

Mr. Yūki Hanyū | CEO, Integriculture Inc. Ms. Taeko Yamaki | CEO, Organoid Farm Co., Ltd. Mr. Hironaka Tanaka | Representative Director & CEO, UnlocX Inc. Ajinomoto Co., Inc. Asahi Group Japan, Ltd. Nishimura & Asahi SBIR Support Program Awardees (Details will be released sequentially on the special website)

How to Participate

**▼Special Website Here** https://junonk-yaho.github.io/caic-20260710event/

**▼Purchase Tickets Here** https://20260710caicevent.peatix.com/view

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are currently seeking companies to sponsor this conference. Various benefits, such as exhibition opportunities at the venue and publicity features, are available.

Please refer to the sponsorship prospectus for details.

**Sponsorship Plans**

* **Silver (¥50,000)** Logo display (small), 2 complimentary tickets * **Gold (¥100,000)** Exhibition booth provided, logo display (medium), 3 complimentary tickets * **Platinum (¥200,000 or more)** Exhibition booth provided, logo display (large), 4 complimentary tickets, special session slot (negotiable)

**Application Method** Please fill out the application form at the end of the sponsorship prospectus and send it along with your logo data (jpeg / png / tiff) to the address below.

### ▼Sponsorship Prospectus Here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z_upUWzNxg94a3izlonbeJ8Cos1ryfmX/view

Email: office@cellagri.org

For co-sponsorships from academia, please contact us individually at office@cellagri.org.

Thank you for your kind cooperation.

NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association Operations Supervision Jyunon Koike, Japan Cellular Agriculture Association

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Operational Structure

Supervisors: Kensuke Okada (Director) / Jyunon Koike (Director), NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association Operations: Haruka Matsubara / Yuen Yoshikawa

Inquiries

NPO Japan Cellular Agriculture Association Email: office@cellagri.org URL: https://cellagri.org/

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