43rd
Japan International Franchise Show
The 43rd Japan International Franchise Show (JAPAN Int'l FRANCHISE SHOW) gathers franchisors, distributors, investors and business-support firms at Tokyo Big Sight South Hall to recruit franchisees and partners across retail, foodservice and related services.
- Dates
- March 4, 2026 — March 6, 2026
- Hours
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Frequency
- annual
- Halls
- South Hall
- Contact
- [email protected]
Please double-check the dates and location on the organizer website before attending.
Overview
The 43rd Japan International Franchise Show (JAPAN Int'l FRANCHISE SHOW) is one of the largest franchise exhibitions in the world. Distributors, investors and institutions interested in overseas brands gather from Japan and Asia. Organizers recommend participation for companies seeking to expand in Japan.
Dates & hours
4–6 March 2026 (Wednesday–Friday), 10:00–17:00 (until 16:30 on the last day).
Venue
TOKYO BIG SIGHT (Tokyo International Exhibition Center), South Hall, 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo.
Who exhibits
- Franchisors recruiting franchisees: convenience stores, supermarkets, specialty retail, cosmetics, nursing care, education, foodservice (fast food, restaurants, bakery, café, delivery) and other services.
- Business partner recruitment (non-franchisor): distributors, exclusive distributors and shopkeeper recruitment.
- Store & retail DX / business support: technology, products, systems and location strategy for franchise, retail and foodservice.
- Consulting, information services and publications related to franchise development and overseas expansion.
- International: overseas franchises expanding in Japan and recruiting distributors or partners.
Scale (expected)
About 230 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors, including managers considering overseas franchise tie-ups or master franchise rights, companies diversifying, franchisors opening more shops, and individuals starting a business.
Contact (overseas)
Congrès Inc., Onward Park Bldg., 3-10-5 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8276, Japan. Email: [email protected]
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