Japan UAS and C-UAS Defense Industry Day Conference

03/02/2026 (7:00 AM)
03/03/2026 (7:00 PM)
(GMT+09:00) Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo
1 Chome-10-5 Akasaka,

Program Information

Japan UAS and C-UAS Defense Industry Program 2026
March 2-3, 2026
Tokyo, Japan

The U.S. Department of Commerce is proud to present the the Japan UAS and C-UAS Defense Industry Program 2026 in Tokyo, Japan from March 2-3, 2026. This program is curated for U.S. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and counter-UAS manufacturers exporting their products for defense use.

Industry Day Goals:

  • Provide U.S. UAS and C-UAS companies the opportunity to explore Japan's market potential for their products.

  • Strengthen connections between U.S. companies and Japanese aerospace and defense companies by leveraging U.S. Embassy Tokyo’s connections to respective local defense industries and Japanese authorities responsible for procurement.

  • Leverage U.S. interagency partners to connect with participating companies and with high-level representatives of the Japanese authorities and industry officials to enhance U.S. participants’ export potential.

  • Connect participants with senior-level Japanese authorities in a setting that facilitates progress on business development projects. For companies new to the market, this will be an opportunity to make initial contacts and learn more about the Japanese market.

  • Showcase the technology, know-how, and capabilities that the U.S. private sector has to offer and demonstrate U.S. interest in partnering with Japan to bolster its security and resilience.

Industry Day Scenario:

  • Curated briefings, policy discussions, and roundtable sessions hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo

  • In-depth market overview of Japan’s defense policy and industry priorities from U.S. Embassy personnel and U.S. interagency MILGROUP experts

  • Direct insight into the Japanese defense market, including key opportunities and challenges, from leading industry specialists

  • Engagement with senior procurement officials, including representatives from:

    • Japan Ministry of Defense (MOD)

    • Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA)

    • Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)

  • Networking with local industry leaders and trade associations

  • Optional business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking to identify and connect with potential local partners

  • Invitation-only U.S. Embassy reception in Tokyo

  • On-site U.S. Embassy support throughout the program, providing market intelligence and logistics assistance

Participation Fee:

  • Registration Fees $1,850
  • Additional Reps. $250
  • B2B Fee $500 (Optional) 

Program Questions:

Agenda

Japan UAS & C-UAS Defense Industry Program

Subject to Change

Day 1: Presentations & Networking

U.S. Embassy Tokyo (Auditorium)

  • Ambassador Welcome 
  • Presentation and Networking
  • Mutual Defense Assistance Office (MDAO)
    The Security Environment in the Indo-Pacific Region and the Importance of U.S.–Japan Cooperation
  • Acquisition, Technology, & Logistics Agency (ATLA)
    Current Status and Future Prospects of Japan–U.S. Cooperation in Defense Equipment Development and Technology Collaboration
  • Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI)
    The Current State and Challenges of the Civilian and Defense UAV Development and Production Ecosystem in Japan – Potential for Future U.S.-Japan Collaboration
  • Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC)
    Regulations on Drones, Radar, Radio Equipment, and Jamming Operations: Required Certifications for U.S. Companies and Key Considerations
  • Academia, Industry Associations, MHI, KHI, and Subaru
    Current Status, Challenges, Future Prospects, and International Collaboration in Defense and Civilian UAV Research and Development by Japanese Companies
  • METI and Japanese Startups
    Startup Pitches and Discussion
  • DISTI, To be confirmed.
    Development of Defense UAVs and the Emergence of Innovation in Japan
  • JASDF, JGSDF, and JMSDF, To be confirmed.
    Equipment and Operational Requirements for the Self-Defense Forces in Light of Japan’s Evolving Security Environment: Current Status and Challenges of UxS and C-UxS Capabilities, and the Potential for Enhanced Capability Sharing and Deterrence through U.S.–Japan Cooperation

Day Two

ANA Intercontinental

  • Site Visits (To be confirmed) 
  • Roundtables with Japanese Primes (Specific primes to be confirmed)
  • Business to Business Matchmaking (Optional, pre-registration required)
  • U.S. Ambassador’s Reception