Introduction
Expected to attend
International Conference 4,000participants
Exhibition 10,000visitors
Speakers
60＋
Exhibitors
30＋
Sponsors
30＋
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News
- 2026.04.28
"Program" "Speakers" have been updated.
- 2026.04.13
- 2026.04.02
"Program" "Speakers" "RETAIL EXPO Tokyo 2026" "ABOUT JAPAN & TOKYO" have been updated.
- 2026.04.01
- 2026.03.31
- 2026.03.31
"Registration for APRCE TOKYO 2026" and "Accommodation Information" have been released.
- 2026.03.06
- 2026.02.25
- 2026.02.10
Exhibitor information has been uploaded.
Registration fees for APRCE 2026 are now available (registration begins in April 2026). - 2026.02.10
- 2026.02.05
- 2026.01.15
The official LinkedIn page of APRCE TOKYO 2026 has been launched.
- 2025.12.19
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- 2025.11.28
- 2025.11.11
A new video “Progress of Preparations for the 22nd APRCE Tokyo” has been uploaded.
- 2025.10.20
- 2025.08.01
The APRCE Tokyo 2026 video has been updated.
Registration
- Early-bird RegistrationApr 1 (Wed) - Jun 30 (Tue) , 2026, 15:00 (JST)
- Regular RegistrationJul 1 (Wed) - Aug 31 (Mon), 2026, 15:00 (JST)
- Accompanying PersonApr 1 (Wed) - Aug 31 (Mon) , 2026, 15:00(JST)
- ExhibitionAdmission to "RETAIL EXPO Tokyo 2026" is free of charge
Registration will open in July 2026
Outline
- Purpose
- The Asia-Pacific Retailers Convention & Exhibition (APRCE) is one of the world's premier international conferences that leaders from 18 countries and regions, members of the Federation of Asia-Pacific Retailers Associations (FAPRA), gather biennially to discuss the latest industry trends and common challenges. APRCE has a history of over 40 years since the first APRCE was held in Tokyo in 1983. Participation has expanded significantly with each conference and it has developed into a world's premier international convention.
The 22nd APRCE will be held in Tokyo. We look forward to your participation.
- Event Overview
- We will invite more than 60 speakers of retail executive and experts from various countries. They will participate in five different Themed Sessions, where they will give presentations and engage in Q&A discussions. There will be lots of opportunities for networking among participants through various events such as Welcome Reception, Farewell Party and Retail Study Tours. The concurrently held Exhibition will showcase cutting-edge technologies from Japan and other participating countries and regions.
- Special Event: "J Subculture × Retail Business"
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Keynote Speech"The Third Wave of Anime and Manga Expansion:The Future of Experiential Business Cultivated by Retail." by Mr. Atsuo Nakayama, Entertainment Sociologist (Japan)
DateThursday, October 8, 10:10–10:50
VenueHall A, Tokyo International Forum
Project①Welcome J Characters:
DateThursday, October 8, 10:10–10:50
VenueHall A, Tokyo International Forum
Popular characters known across Asia greet participants at the conference entrance.
Project②J Character Shop
DateThursday–Friday, October 8–9
VenueHall E, Tokyo International Forum
Sales of Welcome J Characters merchandise at the exhibition.
Project③J Subculture Business Networking
DateThursday–Friday, October 8–9
VenueBusiness networking area at Hall B5, Tokyo International Forum
Business networking opportunities with companies in the subculture industry.
- Overall Program
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*1An Accompanying Persons Program will be held on October 8 and 9, 2026.
*2Japanese Cultural Experience Programs and Study Tours are available to international participants and their accompanying persons.
*3FAPRA Networking Reception will be open to the invited guests only.
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Registration Guidebook
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The Second Circular (Brief Version)
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Press Release: One Year to Go
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First Circular
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