Western Japan's Largest-Class* Exhibition Featuring Latest Technologies in Electronic Components, Materials, Manufacturing Equipment, and Power Devices - 'Kansai Nepcon Japan' Held from Wednesday, May 13 to Friday, May 15, 2026
RX Japan will hold 'Kansai Nepcon Japan 2026' at INTEX Osaka from May 13-15, 2026. This exhibition brings together the latest in electronics, semiconductors, components, and manufacturing equipment, aiming to foster innovation and business opportunities for the Kansai manufacturing sector.
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Background of the Event | Why Kansai Nepcon Japan Now?
The Kansai region has long been a hub for the manufacturing industry that has supported Japanese manufacturing. Centered around Osaka, Hyogo, Kyoto, and Shiga, it has a wide range of manufacturing industries closely related to the electronics equipment and semiconductor industries, such as electronic components, electronic devices, precision equipment, machinery, and materials. Government statistics and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry surveys also show that the Kinki region is one of the areas with a high number of manufacturing businesses and employees nationwide, indicating a deep industrial base formed in fields like electronic components/devices/circuits, electrical machinery, and precision equipment. *¹ On the other hand, large-scale specialized exhibitions comprehensively handling semiconductors, electronic components, and assembly technologies have been limited in the Kansai area, where many manufacturing industry employees work. Amidst many companies seeking opportunities for information gathering and problem-solving regarding the latest technologies, materials, and equipment, RX Japan is holding "Kansai Nepcon Japan" as a "place where Kansai's manufacturing industry can encounter cutting-edge electronics technology in Kansai." This exhibition brings together technologies related to electronics manufacturing, such as electronic components/materials, semiconductor-related technologies, and assembly/manufacturing/inspection equipment. It provides an environment where Kansai's manufacturing employees can find information leading to concrete problem-solving, while minimizing travel burdens.
"Kansai Nepcon Japan" aims to be more than just an exhibition; it strives to be a "hub of technology and people" for the Kansai manufacturing industry to advance to its next stage of growth.
※Western Japan's Largest-Class: Comparison of exhibitor numbers and product display area with similar types of exhibitions, including co-exhibitors.
*¹ Based on government statistics (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) and materials released by the Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Featured Topics at This Exhibition
This exhibition will feature groundbreaking events that will shape the future of the electronics industry.
■ "Next-Gen SMT Demo Experience Area"
In the electronics manufacturing field, addressing labor shortages,
automating processes, and the difficulty of skill transfer have become
increasingly significant challenges in recent years. This area will feature
a special exhibition where attendees can experience the latest SMT
(Surface Mount Technology) firsthand through live demonstrations.
Unlike mere product displays, attendees can visualize the introduction and effectiveness of these technologies in their own factories through demonstrations simulating actual production lines. The setup allows for "visual understanding" of equipment operations and process flow, providing practical insights for visitors from design, production technology, and manufacturing departments.
＜Collaborating Companies＞
iBIT, Ito Print, KnK, Senju Metal Industry, Hitachi Koki, Marantz Electronics,
Meisho, Yamaha Motor
※In Japanese alphabetical order, legal entities abbreviated.
■ "Madaikou no Yoru" x Nepcon Collaboration Seminars & Monster Machine Special Exhibition
As a special project to experience the depth of electronics technology and the "seriousness" of engineering, a collaboration between NHK's popular technical entertainment program "Madaikou no Yoru" and Nepcon Japan is realized. This initiative will feature special discussion seminars by corporate teams who appeared on the program, as well as a special exhibition of the "monster machines" actually developed. It offers an opportunity for engineers involved in design, development, and manufacturing to re-examine "what technology is" and "what challenge is."
IHI × Sony "Madaikou no Yoru" Discussion Seminar
・Behind-the-scenes stories of engineers who tackled the extreme theme of "Madaikou" (Extreme Modification)
・How to manage growth opportunities for young engineers
The behind-the-scenes of the development site and the real voices of engineers, rarely spoken about, will be revealed.
■ Generative AI World
In the electronics industry as well, the utilization of generative AI is transitioning from the experimental and verification stages to practical application and on-site usage phases. "Generative AI World" will introduce the latest technological trends and practical application methods through special exhibitions and seminars themed around the specific use of generative AI in the electronics field, including generative AI development, ChatGPT integration services, LLMs, and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).
This session is designed to provide concrete learning on how to integrate generative AI into various business areas of the electronics industry, such as design, development, manufacturing, quality control, and production technology, and achieve results, with practical examples. "Generative AI World" is not just an introduction to AI technology but also a notable area of this exhibition, serving as a practical learning ground to understand the "current status" and "next steps" for generative AI utilization in the electronics industry.
120 Lectures by Industry Top Runners
This exhibition will host a total of 120 lectures by companies and engineers at the forefront of the electronics and semiconductor industries. The program covers a wide range of currently trending technical themes such as chiplets, 3D ICs, physical AI, automotive technology, optical-electrical convergence, and AI data centers. Speakers include key personnel from companies actively driving technology in R&D, design, and manufacturing. The content goes beyond mere technical explanations, offering many "uniquely available here" practical insights, including other companies' initiatives, the background of their decision-making, and challenges and solutions in the implementation phase.
■ Main Seminar Themes (Examples)
・ Chiplet Technology ・ 3D ICs ・ Physical AI ・ Automotive Soldering ・ Optical-Electrical Convergence Technology ・ AI Data Centers
The program is structured to provide "take-home knowledge" for attendees regardless of their position, from design, development, production technology, quality control, to management. It supports everything from information gathering to future technology strategy planning. Through an overwhelming volume of 120 lectures, it offers significant value as a "learning ground" for an overview of the current state and future direction of the electronics industry.
※The number of lectures and content are planned as of February 13, 2026, and may be subject to slight changes due to circumstances.
Approximately 60 Companies Exhibiting from the Kansai Region
Approximately 60 companies based in the Kansai region, a hub of manufacturing, will exhibit at this event.
Kansai, as an area where final product manufacturers, material/equipment suppliers, and processors are located in close proximity, is a fertile ground for technologies refined and improvements accumulated through practical application. By bringing together companies that have cultivated technologies in such an environment, many exhibits will showcase "on-the-ground" real technical capabilities. The depth of regionally rooted technology, made possible by holding the event in Kansai, is a major highlight. Through this exhibition, RX Japan will transmit the power of Kansai's manufacturing to the nation and the world.
※Kansai: (Osaka Prefecture, Kyoto Prefecture, Hyogo Prefecture, Nara Prefecture, Shiga Prefecture, Wakayama Prefecture)
★ Those interested in attending as general visitors can register here: here
Exhibition Overview
Name: 2nd [Kansai] Nepcon Japan -Electronics Development and Assembly Exhibition-
Dates: Wednesday, May 13 - Friday, May 15, 2026 Venue: INTEX Osaka
Organizer: RX Japan Ltd. Official Website: https://www.nepconjapan.jp/osaka/ja-jp.html
【Simultaneous Exhibitions】
・[Kansai] Factory Innovation Week 2026
・14th Highly-Functional Material Week [Osaka]－Highly-Functional Material Week－
・6th Photonix [Osaka]－Photonics and Laser Technology Exhibition－
・2nd Recycle Tech Japan [Osaka]
FAQ
What kind of exhibition is 'Kansai Nepcon Japan'?
It is one of the largest electronics trade shows in the Kansai region, gathering the latest technologies in electronic components, manufacturing equipment, semiconductors, and more. It covers solutions from design to manufacturing, assembly, and inspection.
When and where will it be held?
It will be held from Wednesday, May 13 to Friday, May 15, 2026, at INTEX Osaka.
What special features are there?
Key features include the 'Next-Gen SMT Demo Experience Area', a collaboration seminar & exhibition with 'Madaikou no Yoru', and 'Generative AI World' focusing on generative AI applications.