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About CEATEC

I want to know more about CEATEC.
CEATEC is a comprehensive exhibition of digital innovation that covers all industries and sectors.
It showcases a number of visions and concepts for future society, as well as new businesses, that make use of cutting-edge technologies such as Web 3.0, metaverse, robots and artificial intelligence (AI).
You can find out more about CEATEC on the following page.
WHY CEATEC
What are the dates of the Makuhari Messe venue?
It will be held for four days from Tuesday, October 14 to Friday, October 17, 2025.
What are the opening hours?
The opening hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
I would like some materials about exhibiting.
If you would like some materials about exhibiting, please apply using the materials request form. Materials request
How can I get an English version of the exhibition guide?
If you would like to get materials related to exhibiting, please apply using the materials request form. English version Materials request

Application, payment, and fees

How do I apply?
Applications are accepted via the website.
Please access the link below, enter the required information in the application form, and submit your application.
Exhibition Application Form

Acceptance starts at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 13.

We cannot accept applications by post, fax or email.
Please note that the order in which the exhibition booth locations are selected is determined by the order in which the exhibition application form is sent.
What happens if I apply before 10:00 on Thursday, February 13th?
We're sorry, but we cannot accept your application. Please apply again via the website.
Until when can I cancel my application to exhibit?
You can cancel your application until Sunday, June 1st.
After that, you will be charged 100% of the exhibition booth fee.
Until when can I change the exhibition area or the number of booths?
You can apply to change your exhibition area or the number of booths until Sunday, June 1st. After that, we will not accept any changes in principle.
Please also note the following points regarding changes to the number of booths.
  1. Once the booth location has been decided, it may not be possible to change the number of booths to the desired number at the location decided.
  2. If you wish to reduce the number of booths after Monday, June 2nd, we will charge 100% of the exhibition booth fee for the reduced number of booths as a cancellation fee for the application. (Consumption tax will be added to the cancellation fee.)
Please tell me about the invoice.
We will send out invoices for the exhibition booth fee in order, with the deadline for payment being Monday, June 30th. If there are any expenses incurred at the venue, such as electricity usage fees, we will send out a separate invoice after the event.
Can I make a provisional application?
We will be happy to discuss this with you depending on your current status of consideration and the timing of your official application. Please contact the CEATEC Management Office first.
Is it not possible to apply after the priority application deadline (Wednesday, April 30)?
Applications are still possible. However, if you apply on or after Wednesday, May 1, you will be able to choose your booth location from among the available reserve booths on a first-come, first-served basis after the booth locations of exhibitors who applied by the priority application deadline have been confirmed.
How much does it cost to exhibit?
In addition to the “exhibition fee (booth fee)”, there will also be costs for “booth decoration”, “electrical work”, “internet work within the booth”, etc. There will also be costs if you arrange for other equipment.
We will provide more details at the exhibitor briefing to be held in July.
I would like to exhibit jointly with multiple companies.
Joint exhibits are possible. After you have applied to exhibit, we will provide you with a joint exhibitor registration format at the exhibitor briefing scheduled to be held in July, so please fill in the form.
As a general rule, one company should apply to exhibit on behalf of the group, pay the booth fee, and submit the joint exhibitor registration format. If you have special circumstances that require the billing address to be split between two or more companies, please contact the CEATEC Management Office.
Is it possible to apply for the conference only?
Yes, it is. The application form is available on the official website (document download page), so please check it, fill in the form, and send it to the secretariat by email. Document Download Page
Is it possible to issue an invoice using a qualified invoice?
Yes, it is. If there are any special items to be included on the invoice, please contact us after you have applied to exhibit.
Are there any points to note when applying to exhibit?
Please check whether your company is a member of the organizing or co-organizing committee, and make the appropriate selection. If your company has exhibited in the past and has since changed its name, please enter the name of the exhibitor from the previous exhibition in the remarks section.
What should I do if there are any changes to the details of my application (such as a change of address or contact person)?
Please contact the CEATEC Management Office by email to inform us of any changes.

About the exhibition area

Which exhibition area would you like to use?
You can choose the exhibition area you would like to use.
It is possible for one company to use more than one exhibition area, but you will need to apply for each exhibition area you wish to use.
I would like to discuss which exhibition area would be best in advance.
Please contact the CEATEC Management Office with your exhibition plans.
Contact Form
What is “startup” defined for the purpose of exhibiting at the Next Generation Park (startups & universities)?
We define it as a company/organization that has been established for less than 9 years (established after October 2016).

Booth location and shape

Can we choose my booth location?
At CEATEC, you cannot choose your booth location when you apply. Booth locations will be chosen at the “Booth Location Selection Meeting” held in July, in order of the date the application form is received. Therefore, the earlier you apply, the easier it will be to choose your preferred booth location.
In principle, booth locations will be decided after the “Exhibition Application Form and Contract” has been received by the CEATEC Management Office.
When will booth locations be decided?
Booth locations will be decided at the “Booth Location Selection Meeting” scheduled to be held in early July. Booth locations will be decided in the order in which the Exhibition Application Forms were received, with the largest number of booths being given priority.
Is the number of booths that will be decided before the Booth Location Selection Meeting?
In order to facilitate the booth allocation at the venue, the booth locations for block booths (20 booths or more) may be decided in advance on a first-come, first-served basis prior to the booth location selection meeting.
What is the shape and specifications of a standard booth?
A standard booth is approximately 9 square meters, and the specifications are as shown in the diagram below.
Please refer to the CEATEC exhibition regulations 1. Exhibition fees and plans for the basic specifications. 
  1. Row booth
    Accessories: Back panel (rear), side panel, booth number board

    列ブース

  2. Corner booth
    Accessories: Back panel (rear), side panel, booth number board
    *System panels on the aisle side will not be installed.

    角ブース

  3. Independent booth
    No accessories
    *There is NO carpeting.

    独立ブース

Others

When can we start setting up our booth?
The official work hours for setting up large decorative items and other items in block booths (20 booths or more) will be from 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 11th, and for all booths, from 12:00 AM on Saturday, October 11th.
Can you introduce me to a decorating company or staff company?
Yes. We will introduce details at the “Exhibitor Briefing/Booth Location Selection Meeting” scheduled to be held in early July. If you contact the CEATEC Management Office, we can also introduce you to them in advance. We can also introduce you to various other services, such as accommodation, boxed lunches, catering, and parcel delivery services.
Is there a designated carrier for sending (delivering) exhibition goods?
There is no designated carrier. We can also introduce you to a carrier through the Management Office.
I would like to hear more detailed explanations.
Please contact the CEATEC Management Office by Contact Form. A staff member will explain the details to you.
Contact Form