3rd Quantum City Exchange Event: New Urban Development Utilizing Quantum Technology

February 16, 2026

On March 13, 2026, an exchange event will be held with participating companies of Q-STAR (General Incorporated Association for the Creation of New Industries through Quantum Technology), with the cooperation of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) Global Research Center for Quantum-AI Fusion Technology Business Development. We encourage companies, local governments, and anyone interested in quantum technology, including quantum computers, to join us.

On March 13, 2026, an exchange event will be held with participating companies of Q-STAR (General Incorporated Association for the Creation of New Industries through Quantum Technology), with the cooperation of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) Global Research Center for Quantum-AI Fusion Technology Business Development. We encourage companies, local governments, and anyone interested in quantum technology, including quantum computers, to join us.

Our association is working to promote the widespread adoption of quantum technology in society, with a particular focus on its application in "community development." However, to concretely implement it in the "community development" sector, building a cooperative system with companies and local governments in each region is essential. We believe there is a need for a venue where we can share quantum technology applications, foster mutual understanding, explore its application to real regional challenges, and engage in diverse discussions. Furthermore, rather than individual considerations in each region, we believe it is important to foster a sense of unity across local governments and companies, which led to the organization of this event.

On the day of the event, in addition to introducing case studies of quantum technology initiatives, we plan to provide a venue for mutual understanding and networking aimed at utilizing quantum technology. On-site participants will also have the opportunity to tour computing environments such as quantum computers and GPU supercomputers within G-QuAT. We will also have a Q&A session, so please feel free to ask any questions. A social gathering is also planned, so we encourage you to join us at the venue.

|Event Outline

  • Date & Time: 2026/03/13 (Fri) 14:30~ (Assembly 14:00 / Registration)
    • Details regarding the assembly point (registration location) will be sent via email at a later date to those who have registered.
  • Participation Format: Hybrid (On-site and Online)
    • Connection details for online participation will be provided separately after registration.
  • Venue (On-site): National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) Tsukuba Center
  • Organizer: Q-STAR Quantum City Promotion Division
  • Co-sponsored by: National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) Global Research Center for Quantum-AI Fusion Technology Business Development

|Event Schedule

  • 14:00~14:15 Assembly & Registration (Guidance to Assembly Point)
  • 14:30~16:00 
    • Explanation of G-QuAT (AIST)
    • G-QuAT Tour
  • 16:00~16:10 Break
  • 16:10~17:30 Company Presentations (Case Studies of Quantum Technology Initiatives, etc.)
    • CHODAI Co., Ltd.
    • TOPPAN Digital Co., Ltd.
    • blueqat Co., Ltd.
    • Quantum AI Technology Co., Ltd.
    • National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)
    • NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization)
    • Ibaraki Prefecture
    • University of Tsukuba
    • Japan Quantum Computing Association
  • 17:30 - 18:30 Networking Reception
    • Program content and schedule are subject to change.
    • Presentation topics and speakers are currently being arranged and may be subject to change. We appreciate your understanding.

| Registration

Please register using the form below.

https://forms.office.com/r/Z8RypE2Lc2?origin=lprLink

(Important Notes Regarding Registration)

This event is intended for individuals affiliated with companies, universities, research institutions, etc. As a general rule, participation by individuals not affiliated with such organizations is not permitted.

Based on AIST's regulations for facility access control and security export control, we may decline your participation. Please note that we cannot disclose the reasons for such decisions.