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Japan Optics and Photonics International Expo (OPIE) 2026

Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2026 – Fri, Apr 24, 2026

Japan Optics and Photonics International Expo (OPIE), held from April 22–24, 2026 at Pacifico Yokohama, showcases lasers, LED light sources, optical components, optical communication devices, lenses, optical sensors, imaging equipment, quantum technologies, positioning systems, space and astronomical optics products, and related software and peripherals. The exhibition features 490 exhibitors and 15,000 visitors, organized by NPO Japan Photonics Council, The Laser Society of Japan, and The OPTRONICS Co., Ltd. The event brings together industrial, academic, and research participants domestically and internationally, providing product demonstrations, technical presentations, and business matching opportunities. Concurrent events include the Quantum Innovation Fair, attracting quantum technology startups and established companies.

Range of Exhibition

  1. Laser Expo:
    Various lasers, LED light sources/modules, laser processing equipment, bio/medical laser equipment, optical components, safety products, power supplies/peripherals, laser crystals/materials, monitoring/measuring equipment, integrating spheres, laser beam profilers, commissioned design/processing, optical design/beam analysis software
  2. Optical Communication & Applications Expo:
    Optical communication devices/modules, optical transmission parts/equipment, optical communication equipment, measuring equipment
  3. Quantum Innovation Fair:
    Quantum sensors, quantum communication devices, quantum computers, and supporting technologies
  4. Light Sources & Optical Devices Expo:
    UV-related products, visible light-related products, infrared-related products
  5. Sensor & Imaging Expo:
    Optical sensors/light sources, camera elements, LEDs, lasers, lamps, special-purpose cameras, analysis/measurement cameras, special-function cameras, image processing equipment
  6. LENS Expo:
    Lenses, optical lenses, special-purpose lenses, lens materials, lens design software, lens manufacturing, processing, measuring and inspection equipment, lens prototyping and manufacturing services
  7. Positioning Expo:
    XY stages, surface plates, anti-vibration tables, 3D measuring machines, interferometers, length measuring equipment/systems, GPS/GNSS/GIS equipment, satellite positioning systems, laser positioning equipment, controllers, servo motors, actuators, manipulators, software
  8. Space & Astronomical Optics Expo:
    Curvature sensors, Shack-Hartmann sensors, actuators, infrared image detectors, CCD detectors, eyepieces, telescopes, cameras, astronomical auto-guiders, automatic telescope introduction systems, cooling CCD cameras, planetarium devices, astronomical domes

Target Audience

Optical engineers, Photonics researchers, Laser system developers, University academics, Industry professionals, Startup companies, Instrumentation specialists, Government representatives, R&D managers, Technology investors.
Exhibitors
490+
Audience
15000+
Access
Free Access, Pre Registeration Required
Event Type
International Exhibtion
Event Link
Language
English, Japanese
Address
Exhibition Hall C, 1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, 220-0012, Japan 〒220-0012 神奈川県横浜市西区みなとみらい1丁目1−1 展示 ホールC
Subway
Minato Mirai Line: Minato Mirai Station (Queen’s Square Exit)
Bus
From Yokohama Station: Take Bayside Blue from Bus Terminal at the East Exit to “PACIFICO Yokohama North Pier” (11 minutes) and "PACIFICO Yokohama"(17 minutes).

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