Osaka will host this premier national event to showcase the Kansai region's potential as a global Deep Tech hub. Building on the legacy of the 2025 World Expo, GSE2026 aims to accelerate the social implementation of future technologies and foster international industry clusters. • Dates: October 5–7, 2026 (with side events spanning a two-week period). • Locations: Main venue in Umekita, with additional activities at Nakanoshima Qross and across Kyoto and Hyogo. • Focus Areas: Bio & Healthcare, AI & Robotics, Fusion Energy, Quantum Computing, Semiconductors, and Space. • Program: Keynote speeches by world-class researchers, pitch contests, exhibitions, and dedicated business matchmaking. • Target Audience: Global startups, investors, corporations, and research institutions.