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HARWELL JAPAN DAY 2026
Don't leave your
global expansion to others.
Nothing starts unless you go.
The day Japanese technology connects directly with world-class researchers.
Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Harwell Campus — the UK's largest science and innovation hub
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Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Quad Three Conference Centre, Harwell Campus
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VENUE

Venue

VENUE
Quad Three Conference Centre, Harwell Campus
Oxfordshire, UK  —  This year, held at the very heart of Harwell Campus!
Adjacent to Astroscale's UK headquarters, this is the most connected location on campus — where researchers, companies, and investors converge.
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SPEAKERS

Speaker Profiles

Confirmed speakers announced progressively.

Martin Gadsden
Session 1: Policy
Martin Gadsden
AMED London Office
London Office Deputy Director
"AMED's role in driving life science innovation and fostering UK–Japan collaboration"
Yuri Nagai
Session 5: Corporate Leadership
Yuri Nagai
Ajinomoto Europe S.A.S.
Innovation Strategy Director
"From Silicon Valley to Europe: How Ajinomoto Views Global Innovation Ecosystems"
Sam Adlen
Session 2: Harwell Innovation
Sam Adlen
Space Solar
co-CEO
"Space Solar - the power layer in space for abundant energy"

* Additional speakers to be announced. Follow updates via our LINE Open Chat.

PROGRAMME

21 October 2026 (Wednesday) — Schedule

All sessions include simultaneous interpretation (Japanese ⇆ English).
Speakers to be confirmed and announced progressively.

09:00
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09:30
Registration & Coffee / Exhibition Open
OPENING
Opening Session
09:30
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09:40
Opening Address — Why Japan, Why Harwell, Why Now?
09:40
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09:50
Welcome to Harwell Campus
09:50
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10:10
Keynote (Morning)
SESSION 1 — WHY UK?
Policy · Ecosystem · Investment
10:10
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10:25
Japan-UK Space Innovation Ecosystem
10:25
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10:40
Investment & Financial Ecosystem
10:40
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10:55
Business Leadership & Governance
10:55
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11:05
UK Innovation Ecosystem
11:10
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11:30
Coffee Break & Networking
SESSION 2 — WHY HARWELL?
Harwell Innovation Showcase
11:30
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11:40
Why do global companies choose Harwell?
11:40
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11:50
National Research Infrastructure
11:50
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12:00
Innovation Success Stories
12:00
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12:10
The Future of Harwell Collaboration
12:10
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12:20
Panel Discussion
SESSION 3 — WHY JAPAN?
Japanese Manufacturing Excellence
12:20
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13:00
Japanese Manufacturing Excellence / Japanese SME Showcase
Presentations by Japanese companies (10 min each)
13:00
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13:10
Special Guest Presentation
13:10
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14:00
Lunch & Exhibition
Networking with Japan-UK startups, SMEs, research institutions and innovation partners.
14:00
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14:15
Keynote (Afternoon) — Regional Innovation Strategy in Japan
SESSION 4 — KYOTO INNOVATION HOUR
Regional Special Session
14:15
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14:20
Opening — Why Kyoto?
14:20
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14:30
From Kyoto to the World: Innovation Across Generations
14:30
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14:40
Growth Through Manufacturing Innovation
14:40
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14:45
Nurturing the Next Generation of Global Startups
14:45
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15:45
Startup Pitches — Founders Launchpad (6 companies, 8 min each)
6 pitches from Kyoto University-originated startups
15:45
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16:00
ERRAI: From Kyoto to Harwell — Japan-UK Innovation in Practice
16:00
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16:20
Coffee Break & Networking
SESSION 5 — WHY GLOBAL?
Corporate Leadership Forum
16:20
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16:25
Session Introduction
16:25
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17:05
Global Corporate Innovation Strategy
Keynote presentations by major Japanese corporations (10 min each)
17:05
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17:15
Closing — What's Next?
Turning today's conversations into tomorrow's collaborations.
17:15
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17:30
Group Photo
17:30
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19:30
Networking Reception

* Programme is subject to change. Speakers to be confirmed progressively.

PARTICIPATING COMPANIES

Participating Companies

Limited to 10 exhibition slots. Confirmed participants announced progressively.Listed A–Z

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Now Recruiting

Exhibition slots are limited to 10. Confirmed participants announced progressively.

NEWS

Latest News

September 2026
Media
Press & Media Coverage Applications Now Open
Media organisations wishing to cover Harwell Japan Day 2026 are welcome to apply via our contact form.
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7 Jul 2026
[Report] Harwell Japan Day 2026 Osaka Briefing
7 Jul 2026
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27 May 2026
Harwell Japan Night 2026 — Event Report
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PARTICIPATION PLANS

Participation Fees

Observer passes are also welcome.

Observer Course (no exhibit)
Attend as Observer
Access to all sessions, facility tour & networking
¥100,000+
Excl. tax, estimate / Travel & accommodation not included
Tier 1 / Exhibition Fee (Sponsorship) — Fixed for all exhibitors / Limited to 10 slots
£1,500
approx. ¥300,000 / per slot
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • ·Dedicated exhibition booth at Quad Three
  • ·Pitch slot at main session (5–10 min, optional)
  • ·Direct access to UK, European & Japanese stakeholders (investors, companies, government)
  • ·Simultaneous interpretation at all venue sessions
· Assistance with subsidy / grant applications
· Free consultation on booth presentation (no charge)

Please feel free to contact us for a quote or consultation.

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ARCHIVE

Harwell Japan Day 2025

01
Programme
2025
Space, Quantum, Life Sciences, AI, Energy
Full programme details from all sessions
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02
Report
2025
Outcomes report from the inaugural Harwell Japan Day.
A record of exchanges between 7 Japanese manufacturers and UK research institutions.
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03
Journey Report
2025
Tokyo → London → Harwell.
A 7-day record and photos from Japanese participants.
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CONTACT

Visit / Media Enquiries & Contact

Visit / Media Enquiries & Contact
For participation enquiries or questions about Harwell Japan Day 2026, please use the form below.
Organiser Earth Mark. II Lab Co., Ltd. Phone 070-6559-8061 Email [email protected] Website harwelljapan.com