Upcoming Events:January 21, 2026 - January 23, 2026
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About the Event
If you want to see the future of robotics, don’t look to science fiction. Look to a country with a demographic cliffhanger. RoboDEX, Japan’s premier robotics development and application expo, is less about creating sentient companions and more about finding a machine that can reliably stock a warehouse shelf. Set to unfold from January 21-23, 2026, at the iconic Tokyo Big Sight, this event is a stark, whirring reminder that necessity is the mother of automation.
Part of the much larger Factory Innovation Week, RoboDEX is where the real work gets done. It attracts a legion of industry professionals who aren’t just looking for shiny new toys; they’re desperately seeking solutions to a shrinking workforce. This isn’t just an expo; it’s a strategic national response, coded in C++ and forged in steel. Expect to see fewer philosophical debates on AI consciousness and more live demos of robots that can lift, sort, weld, and assist, because Japan’s production lines and elder care facilities aren’t going to run themselves.
The target audience is anyone who prefers productivity over panic. This includes factory managers, logistics coordinators, R&D specialists from automotive and electronics sectors, and healthcare providers looking for a tireless helping hand. Attendees will leave not with existential dread, but with a clear understanding of how human-robot collaboration is being deployed to solve tangible, urgent problems today.
Key Themes
The expo is a masterclass in pragmatic robotics, focusing on immediate application rather than far-flung hypotheticals. Key themes include:
- Industrial & Factory Automation: The bread and butter of the show. Robots for assembling, welding, polishing, and performing the dull, dirty, and dangerous jobs humans are increasingly unavailable for.
- Humanoid & Service Robots: A major highlight is the “Humanoid Robot Show.” The focus is on practical application in areas like nursing care, reception, and security, where a human-like form can be advantageous for interaction and navigating human-centric environments.
- Logistics & Mobility (AGV/AMR): With e-commerce booming and warehouse staff scarce, Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are the main event. These are the unsung heroes keeping supply chains moving.
- Development Technology: A deep dive into the guts of modern robotics, including advanced sensors, drive systems, AI and control technologies, and the components that make it all possible.
Featured Speakers
While the full 2026 speaker lineup is still under wraps, RoboDEX consistently attracts top-tier talent from the executive and engineering ranks of Japan’s leading robotics manufacturers and technology firms. Expect keynote presentations and technical seminars from industry leaders who are in the trenches, deploying these systems at scale. More details will be announced closer to the event date.
Schedule
The exhibition will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM JST. A detailed schedule of keynotes, technical seminars, and special demonstrations will be available on the official website as the event approaches.
Daily Hours
- Wednesday, Jan 21: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday, Jan 22: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday, Jan 23: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration
Attendance for industry professionals is free, but online pre-registration is required. Your badge for RoboDEX also grants access to the other concurrent shows under the Factory Innovation Week umbrella, including SMART FACTORY Expo and GREEN FACTORY Expo.
Given the urgency of the problems these robots are designed to solve, attending isn’t just an opportunity—it’s practically a civic duty for anyone in the industry.
