Healthcare Comprehensive Event 'WHX Osaka' to Inherit the Legacy of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai to be Held at INTEX Osaka from July 2-4, 2026

The comprehensive healthcare event 'WHX Osaka,' which inherits the legacy of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, will be held at INTEX Osaka from Thursday, July 2 to Saturday, July 4, 2026.

This exhibition is an international trade fair and conference that brings together medical and healthcare professionals and buyers from around the world to showcase Japan's cutting-edge medical technologies and services, while promoting global collaboration and business creation.

It aims to revitalize the industry, enhance international competitiveness, and foster innovation by bringing together all healthcare-related organizations and stakeholders, including management-level personnel from domestic and international medical institutions, healthcare professionals, medical device manufacturers, startups, research institutions, investment institutions, and government agencies, to present Japan's proud technologies and services to the world.

Last June, it was held for the first time in Japan under the name 'Japan Health' as a theme week connect for EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai. This year, it will be held for the second time under the new name 'WHX Osaka.'

During the event, the international leaders' forum 'WHX Leaders Osaka,' which will bring together health ministers from the APAC region and government officials responsible for health administration, as well as CXOs from healthcare companies, will be held concurrently.

Scenes from 'Japan Health' held last June

■ List of Sponsor Companies

Platinum Sponsor

Nippon Life Insurance Company

Gold Sponsor

Asahi Intecc Co., Ltd. / Osaka Life Science Nexus by Nippon Life and CIC (Abbreviation: O-Nexus)

Osaka Bio-Headquarters (Secretariat: Osaka Prefecture) / Terumo Corporation / Shimadzu Corporation

Silver Sponsor

FUJIFILM Corporation

■ Direct Interaction with VIP Buyers from 9 Countries and 48 Individuals Possible, Supporting Business Opportunity Creation

This year, along with various programs, a VIP buyer program is planned with the aim of building meaningful networks within the medical industry. We will invite 48 VIP buyers from 9 countries, including CEOs and purchasing managers from overseas medical-related companies, primarily from Asia and Oceania, to create international business opportunities.

Furthermore, the matchmaking program allows for direct interaction with leaders, dealers, and distributors in the medical field who have purchasing decision-making authority. You can utilize this as a strategic platform to connect with the world, serving as a stepping stone for overseas expansion.

*The name change is due to the fact that 'Arab Health,' a sister exhibition and one of the world's largest medical and healthcare exhibitions, celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, leading to the renaming of all related exhibitions worldwide to WHX (World Health Expo).

■ Invited VIP Buyers (Partial List)

Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh

(President Association Private Hospitals Malaysia Immediate Past President

ASIAN HOSPITAL FEDERATION 2023-2025

【Comment】

WHX Osaka is a very important conference that brings significant opportunities for collaboration between Japanese medical technology and ASEAN countries. As ASEAN members, we have relied on Japanese medical technology for many years and have built high trust in its systems and durability. In today's era of niche treatment development utilizing AI and innovative technologies, WHX Osaka will be a crucial platform for sharing knowledge and deepening understanding of the advancements in Japanese medical technology. Amidst rising healthcare costs, the adoption of efficient and durable equipment and devices is becoming increasingly important. The introduction of appropriate technologies is essential for achieving value-based healthcare outcomes, and Japanese solutions are expected to meet many of our needs.

■ Participating Organizations (Partial List)

IHH Healthcare Malaysia / Malaysia

A leading private healthcare group in Malaysia with a history dating back to the 1970s, operating numerous hospitals. With a medical system of over 3,500 beds, more than 1,500 specialists, and over 15,000 staff, it strives to improve high-quality medical access domestically and internationally, leveraging its strengths in high-quality medical provision and technological innovation.

Changi General Hospital / Singapore

A major general hospital with over 1,000 beds located in Simei, eastern Singapore, serving as a hub for regional healthcare since 1935. It specializes in sports medicine, emergency medicine, geriatrics, and sleep medicine, providing patient-centered comprehensive care. It serves over 1 million patients annually.

Woodlands Hospital / Singapore

A public hospital integrating acute and community care, officially opened in 2024. It offers a wide range of medical services, including acute, sub-acute, rehabilitation, and transitional care, primarily in the northern region. Located at 17 Woodlands Drive 17, it functions as a healthcare hub aiming to promote resident health and improve access in collaboration with regional medical institutions.

Sengkang General Hospital / Singapore

A public general hospital located in northeastern Singapore, opened in August 2018 with approximately 1,000 beds. SKH belongs to the Sing Health group and forms an integrated campus with the adjacent Sengkang Community Hospital, enabling seamless care from acute to recovery phases.

Changhua Christian Hospital / Taiwan

A large JCI-accredited medical center in central Taiwan, a general hospital with approximately 3,300 beds. It specializes in advanced medical care, emergency services, and specialized treatments, serving a wide range of regional healthcare needs. Based on Christian principles, it actively engages in research, education, and community contribution, forming one of the largest medical networks in central Taiwan.

Taipei Medical University Hospital / Taiwan

Taipei Medical University Hospital (TMUH) is a university-affiliated general hospital established in 1976, a high-quality medical institution that has obtained JCI accreditation multiple times. It specializes in advanced medical fields such as reproductive medicine, cancer treatment, and proton therapy, with a comprehensive medical system provided by specialized centers.

Grand Hantha International Hospital / Myanmar

A 700-bed international standard hospital established in 2017 in Kamayut Township, Yangon, it is one of the largest private medical institutions in Myanmar. Equipped with advanced medical facilities, including a 3T MRI, 384-slice CT, and 17 operating rooms, it provides 24-hour emergency and inpatient services. The outpatient department has 66 consultation suites, with over 350 doctors providing medical care from both domestic and international backgrounds.

Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center / Philippines

A government-operated tertiary medical institution located in Batac City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, providing advanced medical care as a regional core hospital. It has 700 licensed beds, and an expansion has been carried out to increase medical services.

■ Event Outline

Exhibition Name: WHX Osaka 2026

Concurrent Event: WHX Leaders Osaka

Date: July 2 (Thu) - 4 (Sat), 2026

Venue: INTEX Osaka