- Revolutionary Technologies in AI, Solar Energy, and Green Infrastructure Solutions Set to Be Unveiled at Japan Trade Exhibition in Dubai
Dubai, UAE, January 31, 2025: The Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition, set to take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from February 10 to 12, will attract numerous Japanese startups aiming to showcase their innovative products and solutions while exploring investment and financing opportunities in the UAE market. These startups seek to leverage the advantages and enablers offered by the UAE’s dynamic business and investment ecosystem.
Maico[舞坂1] Enterprise, the Japanese company organizing the Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition in Dubai, (JTED)announced that Japanese startup participation in the second edition of the exhibition has increased by 10% compared to the previous edition. More than 100 companies and brands will showcase Japanese innovation across various sectors, including technology, artificial intelligence, space, food industries, engineering, healthcare, arts, and crafts.
Participating start-ups will unveil their latest innovations to visitors, investors, and business leaders in the UAE and the region. They will also present detailed demonstrations of their cutting-edge solutions through specialized sessions within the exhibition’s daily program. These innovations span artificial intelligence, robotics, sustainability, healthcare, and green infrastructure technology.
The exhibition will feature five exceptional Japanese startups pioneering new technologies and innovative business ideas with the potential for major global impact.
- ThinkX: Specializes in building a next-generation AI-powered cloud, primarily for higher education research institutions, based on a programmable real-time agent running on a high-performance server cluster. ThinkX has been conducting research and development in real-time voice language AI and personalization since 2015.
- Avita: A startup leveraging over 25 years of scientific research by Hiroshi Ishiguro to address societal challenges through avatar and generative AI services.
- Adachi Electric Industry: A proud member of the Hydrogen Energy Promotion Council, established in 2022 in Japan’s industrial hub. The company embodies Japanese craftsmanship, securing key patents under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), with additional filings in Taiwan and planned expansions to other countries.
- TOHO-LEO: Aims to merge creativity with environmental consciousness by creating innovative spaces that inspire harmony. Through global collaborations, TOHO-LEO is committed to advancing business value and contributing to a sustainable future.
- Sobokuya: An ambitious architecture and construction company based in Yatsugatake, Japan, with a growing international presence. By merging traditional Japanese construction techniques with modern design and materials, Sobokuya crafts projects that engage with their surroundings.
- GINZA AYUMi CLINIC: Provides cutting-edge medical care combining regenerative medicine and aesthetic surgery. Led by Dr. Ayumi Masuda, the clinic utilizes extensive expertise in obstetrics and surgery to offer personalized treatments.
- PLANET WAY：Is a data-driven social innovation company that helps maintain data security and accessibility to users. The company aim to create an era of human-centered data sovereignty where data is used on an individual permission basis to best benefit the individual and society.
Mai Sakaue, CEO of Maico Enterprise and Chair of the Executive Committee of the Japan Trade Exhibition in Dubai 2025 stated:
“Following the exceptional success of the first edition of the Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition, the second edition has attracted significant interest from Japanese startups eager to showcase their innovative solutions to investors and business leaders in the UAE and the region. They aim to benefit from Dubai’s rise as a global startup hub and the UAE’s leading government initiatives that support entrepreneurship. Thanks to investor-friendly policies and a dynamic environment, Dubai has solidified its position as a preferred destination for global innovations.”
Sakaue added: “The Japan-Kyoto Trade Exhibition provides an outstanding platform for startups to present their sustainable and innovative business ideas to a distinguished audience of investors, industry experts, and global innovators. Through dynamic presentation sessions, participating startups will seek funding and mentorship to expand their ventures within Dubai’s thriving business environment.”
Kazuki Otsuka, CEO of ThinkX, commented:
“Through our participation in the Japan Trade Exhibition, we aim to showcase our innovations in building a next-generation AI-powered cloud, primarily for higher education research institutions, based on a programmable real-time agent running on our high-performance server cluster.”
Christopher Craney, Chief Marketing Officer of Adachi Electric Industry, announced:
“Adachi Electric Industry is set to unveil its revolutionary solar energy innovation, Oq Solar Cells, built using advanced compound technology similar to that used in space satellites, such as those deployed by JAXA. These cells push the boundaries of existing compound solar technology, making them significantly more efficient. After successfully completing development in March 2023, we are now in the process of producing samples for mass production.”
Hajime Oyamada, Head of Nature-Based Solutions at TOHO-LEO, stated:
“Our goal is to showcase TOHO-LEO’s expertise in urban greening, soil technology, and real estate branding. We hope to spark interest in Nature Positive initiatives and nature-based solutions, with a focus on leveraging Japanese cultural values.”
The Japan Trade Exhibition is the first comprehensive platform showcasing Japanese startups’ innovations to business sectors and investors in the UAE and the GCC region. The exhibition offers opportunities to explore business projects, connect with key industry players, and engage with decision-makers from Japan, the UAE, the GCC, and the Middle East across multiple industries. The event also fosters cultural exchange.
