Shaping Kyushu's future: two trade shows for food and hospitality
For the Kyushu & Japan market
8th Edition
Kyushu/OkinawaHospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition 2026 New business with local hotels and ryokan Hotels & Lodging / Izakaya & Restaurants / Kitchen Equipment & Digital Solutions In cooperation with: Japan Ryokan & Hotel Association Youth Division, Kyushu/Okinawa Block View this exhibition →
For overseas & export markets
2nd Edition
Asia Export FoodExhibition 2026 1,000 overseas buyers expected Food Manufacturers, Farms & Fisheries / Overseas Buyers & Trading Companies / Export Logistics & Certification View this exhibition → Co-located 2 EXPOS
For VisitorsVisitor info
Find Exhibitors & ProductsWeb Guide
Interviews with Overseas Hosted Buyers
Hear directly from buyers who will be at the show.
Find out which Japanese products they are looking for, in their own words.
Ji Yoo, Shinsegae L&B
Changwoo Lee, KOREA SEVEN
Leo Hsu, Kanpai
Minemura, KOBE-YA SHOKUHIN KOGYO
About the Kyushu/Okinawa Hospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition & Asia Export Food Exhibition
This is the region's largest business event for the future of food and tourism in Kyushu and Okinawa, made up of two exhibitions. The Kyushu/Okinawa Hospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition brings together the latest solutions for the hotel and food service industries that drive the regional economy. The Asia Export Food Exhibition actively supports distinctive products from Kyushu and Okinawa in reaching overseas markets.
The organizer, the Japan Management Association (JMA), has run major trade shows such as FOODEX JAPAN and the International Hotel & Restaurant Show (HCJ) for many years. JMA draws on that experience to support regional economic growth and to meet strong demand for new and wider overseas sales channels for regional products.
The event takes place over two days, October 28–29, 2026, at Marine Messe Fukuoka. Including co-located shows, it expects about 350 exhibitors and 6,000 visitors, making it a large-scale venue for business meetings. It is an ideal opportunity to take your business from the region to the world. We look forward to welcoming you.
Why Choose the Kyushu Show
Two markets at once:
Japan and overseas
Meet key buyers from
the region and Asia
Industry trends and
firsthand market needs
Solutions to
your challenges
Raise your profile in
Kyushu and Okinawa
Launch and discover new
products and technologies
No additional fee for exhibitors. Be sure to sign up.
Pre-Scheduled Business Meeting Program
Pair your booth with scheduled meetings
to get more from the show.
The organizer invites buyers from Japan (hospitality and food service buyers in Kyushu) and from overseas (importers and retailers, mainly in Asia). Meeting requests are matched with exhibitors in advance, so every exhibitor is assured of meetings during the show. The program leads directly to new sales channels, not only overseas but also within Kyushu.
for a single exhibitor
This is where you meet serious buyers.
*Average and maximum number of meetings based on past results
Meet leading overseas buyers
without leaving Japan
From Kyushu to the world:
2 shows to grow your food business
Kyushu/Okinawa Hospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition is the show for you if…
- You want to meet leading buyers from across Kyushu and Okinawa, all in one place.
- You want to pitch your labor-saving and automation solutions directly to facilities facing severe staff shortages.
- You want to sell your latest systems to businesses riding the surge in inbound tourism and the push to go digital.
- You want to show facilities hit by soaring electricity and operating costs what your energy-saving equipment and durable products can do for them.
- You want to promote well-designed furniture, building materials, amenities or premium equipment that help properties renovate and stand out.
Who Takes Part: Examples
Lodging (hotels, ryokan and other accommodations)
(owners, general managers, purchasing and facilities staff, digital transformation leads)
Food service (restaurants, cafés and izakaya)
(owners, store managers, head chefs, purchasing staff)
Others (store and facility design and construction, consultants)
Asia Export Food Exhibition is the show for you if…
- You want to export your products overseas, especially to Asia, but don't know where to start.
- You want to meet leading Asian buyers and Japanese export trading companies, all in one place.
- You want direct feedback from overseas buyers on which countries your products suit.
- Export hurdles such as halal certification and each country's import rules feel daunting.
- You want to do business efficiently by making the most of Kyushu and Okinawa's proximity to Asia.
Who Takes Part: Examples
Food and beverage manufacturers / producers
(executives, overseas business managers, product developers, producer cooperatives)
Related equipment and service providers
(packaging machinery, freezing and freshness-preservation technology, logistics and freight forwarders,
export consultants, certification support providers)
Local governments / industry associations
(staff who coordinate regional products or support overseas market development)
Scenes from Past Shows
A Look Around the Venue
The 8th Kyushu/Okinawa Hospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition 2026: Promo Video
The 2nd Asia Export Food Exhibition: Promo Video
Exhibitor Interview: Nakamura Seifun
For Visitors
Why Visit
Find the latest solutions to on-site challenges
and products that help you grow sales.
Try the latest technology for
tackling severe staff shortages
Serving and cleaning robots, digital tools, self check-in kiosks: the latest equipment for streamlining operations and saving labor is all here. See how each machine actually moves and handles, something no catalog can show, and compare them side by side to find the solution that fits your challenges.
Discover high-value products and food
that raise your property's appeal
The show covers everything from guest room renovation proposals and luxury amenities for affluent inbound travelers to lesser-known specialties of Kyushu and Okinawa. You'll find plenty of ideas for standing out from competitors and raising both guest satisfaction and spend per guest. With the Asia Export Food Exhibition held alongside, you can also discover trending ingredients from overseas.
Previous Show Results
Hospitality & Food Week in Kyushu/Okinawa
(2025)
Attendance
(satisfied + mostly satisfied)
Visitor Satisfaction
and What Visitors Valued
Compared with other trade shows, what did you like about this one? (Multiple answers allowed)
Concrete Business Results
What came of your meetings?
Breakdown
About 80% moved on to concrete negotiations
How much do you plan to purchase?
That figure comes from only some of the survey responses. Far more business is done at the show.
What Past Visitors Say
AI for efficiency,
a sharper competitive edge
Many products featured cutting-edge AI, and I got a real feel for where the industry is heading. I found products that directly improve operational efficiency, and we are already considering bringing them in to strengthen our competitiveness.
Little-known finds that
shaped our new menus
I met many distinctive new suppliers and remarkable products I had never heard of. They gave me great ideas for future menus and recipes; it was one discovery after another. It was a valuable chance to source products that set us apart.
Something new every year,
and talks that lead to business
I was looking for items we could use as guest amenities and courtesy gifts. There were many new booths, so there is always something different to look forward to each year, and I found it very interesting. Exhibitors came up and spoke to me, and I think I had conversations that will lead to future business.
What First-Time Visitors Say
Discoveries you won't
find in a web search
You meet local niche manufacturers and producers that don't appear on major search sites or in catalogs. "I met manufacturers I'd never heard of." "I learned about products we don't normally handle." These are new leads you can't get through your existing supplier channels. Remarkable products that never surface in search results, innovative goods no one has noticed yet: a chance encounter with them can open new possibilities for your business.
Cover the floor efficiently,
then talk business in depth
You can stop at the booths that catch your interest and talk at length with developers and manufacturers' representatives. It was also great to hear inside stories straight from the people involved, and to take my time with the exhibits for focused, in-depth research. This is a show for professionals who need to make every minute count.
The energy on the floor
recharges your business
"Seeing such energetic companies from Kyushu gave me energy too." "It made me feel hopeful about Japan's future." The show offers more than a product search. Conversations with lively exhibitors send you home motivated, with fresh ideas for your own business. Beyond product specs, you encounter the passion of developers, the convictions of business owners and the ingenuity of people on the front lines. That firsthand energy gives you drive for the days ahead, and it is what makes this show different.
Event Overview
- Name
- The 8th Kyushu/Okinawa Hospitality & Food Service Industry Exhibition / The 2nd Asia Export Food Exhibition
- Dates
- Wednesday, October 28 – Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Venue
- Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall B Getting there ▼
- Organizer
- Japan Management Association (JMA)
- In cooperation with
- Japan Ryokan & Hotel Association Youth Division, Kyushu/Okinawa Block
- Expected visitors
- 6,000 (including co-located shows)
- Expected scale
- 350 exhibitors, 400 booths (including co-located shows)
Opportunities from across Japan
and around the world
Easy load-in. Smooth meetings.
A location that works in your favor.
Easier Load-In and Load-Out
Direct access from the station cuts shipping and staff travel costs significantly.
Strong Visitor Draw
Rain or shine, the venue draws visitors from all over Kyushu and from Honshu.
After-Hours Made Easy
Restaurants and hotels are close at hand for dinners and overnight stays after your meetings.
Venue Access
Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall B
Getting Here
By Subway or Train
- Subway
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15-min walk from Gofukumachi Station
18-min walk from Nakasu-Kawabata Station
25-min walk from Tenjin Station - Train
-
25-min walk from Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
30-min walk from JR Hakata Station
By Bus
BRT (articulated buses) and city buses run from the Tenjin area and Hakata Station.
BRT and city bus route map (Japanese)FreeShuttle bus planned from JR Hakata Station Details ▼
By Car or Taxi
About 15 min from Fukuoka Airport / about 10 min from Hakata Station / about 6 min from Tenjin
Nearby parking (Japanese)Free Shuttle Bus
A free shuttle bus is scheduled to run from the Chikushi Exit (Shinkansen side) of JR Hakata Station to the venue, Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall B.
Schedule
Service dates: Wednesday, October 28 and Thursday, October 29, 2026
| Route | First bus | Last bus | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| JR Hakata Station → Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall B | 9:00 | 14:00 | Every 30 min |
| Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall B → JR Hakata Station | 13:30 | 17:00 | Every 30 min |
Shuttle Bus Stops
shuttle meeting point
Please Note
- Seating is limited. If the bus is full, please use public transportation.
- Times may change depending on traffic conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
- The organizer's secretariat accepts no liability for accidents, theft or other incidents, whether on the bus or elsewhere. Passengers ride at their own discretion and risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
If P4 is full, please use Parking Lot 1 (P1).
*Free parking vouchers are available at the organizer's office inside the venue. Please stop by to pick one up.
Parking is expected to be busy during the show, so please use public transportation.
Planning to Visit?
Make the show your source of new business.
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