The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced the focus areas and other details of “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 – 5th Anniversary,” the fifth edition of the global innovation conference, which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from May 20 to 22, 2027.
Based on the concept of “Sustainable High City Tech,” Sushi Tech Tokyo is a global conference that brings together large corporations, startups, municipalities and a diverse range of international players to envision and help realise the future of cities.
The 2027 focus will be on “Humanity After AI.” Entertainment and food will also be provided to enhance the visitor experience, enabling them to experience and engage with the many attractions of Tokyo and Japan.
In addition, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will establish the SusHi Tech City Award to recognize cities that are promoting AI-driven transformation (AX). By harnessing innovation from Tokyo, we aim to spark a powerful global movement that helps shape the future.
Applications are now open for exhibitors, including startups, pitch contest participants, and corporate partners who wish to help create SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027. We look forward to welcoming everyone who is ready to take on the challenge.
1. 2027 Focus Areas
Main Themes “Focus on”
In the age of AI-driven transformation (AX), where AI is bringing significant changes to society, the event will ask the audience to consider what it means to be human and how humanity should evolve in the age of AI.
SusHi Tech Tokyo brings together a diverse range of stakeholders, including representatives of cities from around the world, large corporations, startups, investors, small and medium-sized enterprises, academia and young people who will shape the future. Through discussions made possible by this unique gathering, the conference will explore the ideal relationship between people and AI, as well as the shape of future society.
In addition, through exhibitions and demonstrations of advanced technologies that are transforming the way we work, live and be, the conference will share these possibilities with visitors and help them envision the cities of the future.
Visitor Experience
Entertainment and food—two of Tokyo and Japan’s strengths—will be provided throughout the conference, with a range of content and offerings designed to allow visitors to experience and engage with these.
2. Launch of the SusHi Tech City Award
Overview: The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will launch a new programme – the SusHi Tech City Award – to recognize cities around the world that are promoting AI-driven transformation (AX) and working with their citizens and local communities to build a sustainable society. The award will help expand the network of cities taking on these challenges beyond Tokyo.
Application period: Starting in November, 2026
Announcement of award-winning cities and award ceremony: To be made at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027
Further details, including the application guidelines, will be announced at a later date.
3. Calls for Exhibitors, Pitch Contest Participants, and Partners
(1) Call for Exhibitors
Overview: Businesses interested in exhibiting at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 are invited to apply.
(2) Participation in the Pitch Contest “SusHi Tech Challenge 2027”
Overview: Startups interested in participating in SusHi Tech Challenge 2027 are invited to apply.
Details and applications: https://sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/recruiting-pitch/
(3) Call for Corporate and City Partners, Partner Events
Corporate Partners: Corporate partners who wish to help create SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 are invited to apply.
City Partners: Countries, regions and cities interested in exhibiting at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 are invited to apply.
Overview: Organizers of events that build momentum toward SusHi Tech Tokyo 2027 and create opportunities for participants to connect are invited to apply. We are looking for a wide range of events, including networking opportunities for startups and ecosystem players, as well as events that showcase diverse appeal of Tokyo and Japan through entertainment, music, food and other experiences. These partner events will build momentum for SusHi Tech Tokyo across Tokyo and expand the initiative into “SusHi Tech Weeks.” They are invited to apply here.
SusHi Tech Tokyo Website: https://sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/
(2) The fourth G-NETS Senior Officials Meeting/ The first TOKYO-SEADS Senior Officials Meeting
At the same time, Senior Officials Meetings for G-NETS and TOKYO-SEADS, international city networks initiated by Tokyo, will be held to promote discussions and knowledge sharing aimed at addressing common challenges faced by participating cities.
- G-NETS: Approximately 60 cities from all five continents are expected to participate. (55 cities in 2026.)
- TOKYO-SEADS: 11 cities, including Tokyo and capital cities of Southeast Asia are expected to participate. (10 cities participated in 2026.)
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