- 100 Japanese Exhibitors Set to Attract 30,000 Visitors in Dubai
United Arab Emirates- Dubai 16 Jan 2025: With only weeks to go, the second edition of Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition 2025 set to open its doors on February 10, 2025, at Hall 4 of the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), this annual event is poised to be the largest Japanese trade exhibition in the Middle East.
This annual event organized by MAICO Enterprises Inc., a leading Japanese trade organization, aims to strengthen bilateral trade ties between the UAE and Japan, fostering economic growth, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Over three days, visitors will experience a remarkable showcase of Japanese industries, from timeless traditional crafts to groundbreaking technologies, making it a must-attend platform for business connections and growth opportunities.
Ms.Mai Sakaue, CEO of MAICO Enterprises and Chairperson of the Executive Committee for the Japan Trade Exhibition in Dubai 2025, said: “The widespread success of the first edition of the exhibition, held in January 2024 and primarily featuring exhibitors from Kyoto Prefecture, has driven us to expand participation in the second edition in 2025 to include a broader range of exhibitors from across Japan”.
Sakaue added: “We are eagerly looking forward to making the second edition of the exhibition a unique opportunity for diverse Japanese industries and innovations, not only to establish business connections with UAE’ companies but also as a platform to celebrate Japan’s industrial and cultural diversity. With approximately 30,000 visitors expected, we are confident this will be an outstanding experience for attendees from the UAE and the wider Middle East and North Africa region”.
Sakaue continued: “The event will host over 100 Japanese exhibitors, companies, and brands, covering industries such as technology, robotics, aerospace with cutting-edge digital space technologies, construction, food and beverages, healthcare, traditional arts, and cosmetics. Among the participants will be leading beverage company ITOEN and the promising Japanese startup as AVITA, which leverages over 25 years of scientific research by Hiroshi Ishiguro to solve societal issues through AI-powered services.”
Ms. Rina Fujihashi, Organizing Committee Member: said: “Our first edition saw 95 exhibitors and attracted approximately 12,000 visitors. For 2025, we will host 100 exhibitors and welcome up to 30,000 visitors, including business leaders and general attendees interested in Japan’s heritage, innovations, and opportunities”.
With an anticipated attendance of over 30,000 trade and public visitors, the show is poised to be the largest Japanese business matching show in the Middle East, fostering collaboration and cultural exchange between Japan and the Mena region.
This premier B2B event serves as a pivotal platform to enhance business partnerships between Japan and the UAE, with a broader focus on the GCC and Mena regions for companies looking to expand or enhance their presence, this exhibition offers a key platform to unlock new growth opportunities.
The Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition offers participants an exceptional opportunity to explore business ventures, connect with key players, industry leaders, buyers, and decision-makers, engage in cross-cultural exchanges to strengthen ties between Japan and the UAE.
About MAICO Enterprises Inc.
MAICO Enterprises Inc. is a leading Japanese trade organization committed to fostering global partnerships and showcasing Japan’s diverse industries on the international stage.
