The largest scale Furniture & Interior Trade Fair in Japan Held at Tokyo Big Sight
The Asia Furnishing Fair is a Furniture and interior trade exhibition, remark its 11th edition in the upcoming event. Although its relatively new in the industry, it has consistently expanded in both exhibition scale and visitor numbers with each edition.
Since its second edition, the fair has been held at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan’s premier international exhibition venue and host to numerous large-scale global events. Over the years, the exhibition has grown into one of the largest furniture and interior trade shows in Japan.
Exhibitors from across Japan and overseas gathers, presenting a comprehensive range of products from bed frames, chairs, and sofas to pet furniture and outdoor furnishings. As a result, the Asia Furnishing Fair has earned strong support from professional buyers seeking high-quality furniture and interior products.
- Date. 2026. 11.18 wed ~ 11.20 fri
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18・19 / 10:00~18:30
20 / 10:00~17:00
- Venue. Tokyo Big Sight South Hall 3・4
- Organized by. Asia Furniture Forum
- Admission: Free (Pre-registration required) / On-site registration available
Housing, Furniture Interior & Construction Comprehensive Exhibition Showcases One-Stop "Home Living" solutions
"Architecture + Interior WEEK" is the title of three joint exhibitions from diverse industry that are all related to "Living" Solution. Covering everything from housing and buildings to interior furnishings such as furniture, curtains, and wallpaper, the event offers a one-stop solution for enhancing living spaces.
Visitors only need register for one of the 5 exhibitions to gain access to all joint shows
※ “Building Maintenance Clean Expo” that showcases Building maintenance, Building Facility management and “HOSPEX Japan 2026” showcases Facilities, Machines and DX for Medical and Caregiving Services are Co located Exhibitions.( Mutual Access available with AFF2026)
Benefits of Participating
Benefits for Exhibitors
- Direct business meetings with decision-making BtoB buyers
- Expand new sales channels through proposals for "total living spaces"
- Showcase your strengths and responsiveness to the latest trends
- Target specific industries such as housing and real estate
- Synergy effects with concurrent exhibitions
Benefits for Visitors
- Discover partners capable of flexible customization
- Compare the latest market trends and products
- Find unique brands to differentiate your business
- Gain inspiration for total space coordination
- Experience product quality firsthand and assess practical benefits
Seminar Programs & Extended Evening Hours
Seminars Designed to Inspire Attendance Learn the Latest Trends and Perspectives
A seminar venue will be set up within the exhibition hall, offering sessions focused on the latest trends and innovative ideas in the furniture and interior industry. By featuring topics that are attracting strong industry interest, these seminars are designed to increase attendance to Exhibition showcases among professional buyers who are eager to gain new insights and practical knowledge.
Seminars examples held at “Asia Furnishing Fair 2025”
Furniture & Interior Trend Seminar series
- Product Development Transformed by EC and SNS — Tansu no Gen’s MD StrategyMr. Hirokazu Hashizume President & CEO, Tansu no Gen Co., Ltd.
- Last-Mile DX and the Mechanism of Customer Satisfaction—Conditions that Delivery Experience Enhances Brand ValueAssoc. Prof. Ming Ding Associate Professor, Faculty of Information Management, Keiai University
- Strategic Approaches for Small and Medium-Sized Furniture Manufacturers—Considering Competitiveness through a Multifaceted StrategyMr. Shinji Adachi Executive Officer and General Manager, Exterior Systems Division,Panasonic Housing Solutions Co., Ltd.
- Trends in Interior Design and Their BackgroundMr. Shinichi Mitsuki Fellow/ Executive Creative Director, Mitsui Designtec Co., Ltd.
※ Other than above, Lectures about Pet disaster preparedness and pet behavior science under theme of “Living with Pets Special Seminar“ were held.
2026 Edition Seminar Program
Seminars Designed to Inspire and Attract Visitors with the Latest Trends and Ideas
A dedicated seminar venue will be set up within the exhibition hall, offering sessions on the latest trends and innovative ideas in the furniture and interior industry. These seminars will feature highly relevant themes, attracting professionals with strong interest in learning and industry insights.
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Extended Hours – Creating a Relaxed Evening Atmosphere
The exhibition will be extended by 90 minutes, closing at 6:30 PM instead of 5:00 PM (final day closes at 5:00 PM). From 5:00 PM, the venue will transition into an evening mode, offering a more relaxed and comfortable atmosphere distinct from daytime hours. This initiative is designed to attract buyers visiting after work and to increase visitor flow from concurrent exhibitions that conclude at 5:00 PM, further strengthening overall attendance.
Asia Furnishing Fair 2026 Show Hours
- November 18 (Wed) 10:00 - 18:30 (Extended evening hours from 17:00)
- November 19 (Thu) 10:00 - 18:30 (Extended evening hours from 17:00)
- November 20 (Fri) 10:00 - 17:00 (moving out day)
Expanding Specialized Theme Zones in 2026
Strengthening Our Appeal to Buyers Seeking Targeted Product Categories
In previous editions, we have continuously featured the “Pet Interior Expo – PetSalone” as a special showcase area focused on furniture and interior products for pets. Beginning in 2026, we will introduce three new specialized theme zones in addition. These each area will highly focus to feature: “Furniture & Interior for the Elderly”, “Environmentally Responsive Products”, and “Outdoor Furniture & Interior” to further strengthen our appeal to buyers seeking products aligned with specific market needs and industry trends. Exhibitors wishing to promote products that match these themes are invited to select the relevant theme zone at the time of application.
Furniture & Interior for the Elderly Zone
Japan is entering a super-aging society, with the population aged 65 and over projected to reach approximately 40% by 2060. In response to this, the zone will highlight furniture and interior products designed specifically to meet the needs of the elderly market. This area provides exhibitors with an opportunity to present their products to furniture retailers seeking senior-focused solutions, as well as to professionals from welfare facilities and hospitals visiting HOSPEX Japan, held concurrently.
- ■ Featured Products: Products designed to reduce physical strain/ High-safety furniture and interior items/ Designs preferred by senior consumers.
- ■ Target Visitors: Furniture retailers/ Welfare facility and hospital professionals/ Related industry stakeholders
Environmentally Responsive Products Zone
Amid increasing global climate changes and related food supply concerns, consumer awareness of environmental issues continues to rise worldwide. As manufacturers and suppliers of furniture and interior products, companies are expected to demonstrate concrete initiatives addressing environmental responsibility. This zone will bring together materials, products, and initiatives that highlight a commitment to environmental sustainability within the furniture and interior industry.
- ■ Featured Products: Environmentally friendly materials, components, and finished products and business initiatives.
- ■ Target Visitors: Professionals across all industries with a strong interest in environmentally responsible practices
Outdoor Furniture & Interior Zone
In Europe, incorporating outdoor elements into furniture and interior design has emerged as a major trend. This zone will showcase products suited not only for outdoor settings such as gardens and balconies, but also for creating seamless indoor–outdoor living environments that bring natural light and openness into interior design.
- ■ Featured Products: Outdoor furniture and interior products/ Dual-purpose furniture suitable for both outdoor and indoor use.
- ■ Target Visitors: Furniture retailers/ Hotel and commercial facility professionals/ Architectural firms and design companies/ Related industry stakeholders
Pet Furniture & Interior Zone (Pet Interior Expo– PetSalone)
The special showcase area “Pet Interior Expo– PetSalone,” featuring furniture and interior products designed for comfortable and stylish living with pets, will mark its 9th edition at the upcoming fair. This zone highlights products that allow not only pets but also their owners to enjoy a comfortable and harmonious living environment.
- ■ Featured Products: Dedicated pet furniture and accessories/ Furniture and interior products designed for comfortable living with pets.
- ■ Target Visitors: Furniture retailers/ Pet shops/ Hotel and pet-related facility professionals/ Related industry stakeholders
General Furniture Zone
As living spaces continue to diversify, this area brings together furniture and interior solutions that help realize customers’ ideal lifestyles. From living and dining to bedrooms, visitors will find abundant ideas for enhancing the value of entire spaces through total coordination. By combining products with building materials and equipment showcased at concurrent exhibitions, this zone delivers practical inspiration for housing designers and interior coordinators to apply immediately in their projects.
Web Guide Product Categories (Free Registration) for Exhibitors
Prior to the exhibition, exhibitor information will be published on the exhibition website through the online platform, “Web Guide.” This Guide allows visitors to search by product category, enabling them to identify relevant exhibitors and plan which booths to visit in advance. Exhibitors may register the categories of products scheduled to be displayed at their booth from the list below.
Product Categories Available for Registration on the Web Guide
Bed Frames / Electric Beds / Mattresses / Bedding / Sofas / Cushions / Living Tables / Dining Tables / Chairs / Living Boards & TV Boards / Dining Boards / Wardrobes & Storage Furniture / Carpets & Rugs / Interior Accessories / Furniture & Interior Components / Building Materials / Office Furniture / Furniture for Hotels, Restaurants & Commercial Facilities / Knock-Down Furniture / Study Desks & Chairs / Baby & Kids Furniture / Pet Furniture & Interior / Outdoor Furniture / Interior Appliances & Electrical Products / Other Products, Initiatives, Events & Media
2025 Visitor data
Here is an overview of the visitors from the previous event, including industry type, purchasing involvement, job position, and nationality. Also a list key visiting companies by industry sector.
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- ※ Include 82 International exhibitors from 5 countries/regions
- ※ Number of registered Visitors=Number of individuals pre-registered and entered. Counted only once per "1 registration" during the period.
- ※ ‘Architecture+Interior WEEK’ =Collective name for the 3 joint exhibition; ‘Asia Furnishing Fair’ , ‘Japan Home & Building Show’ and ‘JAPANTEX’
- ※ Co-located Shows= Architecture+Interior WEEK’ plus ‘Building Maintenance Clean Expo’
Past Exhibitions
- Date:2025. 11.19 wed 〜 11.21 fri
- Venue:tokyo Big Sight South Hall 3・4
- Exhibition size:135 companies/organizations: 356 Booths
(include 82 International exhibitors from 5 countries/regions) - Number of registered Visitors:24,493
- ※ total visitors fo ‘Architecture + Interior WEEK’
- Date:2024. 11.20 wed 〜 11.22 fri
- Venue:tokyo Big Sight East Hall 5
- Exhibition size:150 companies/organizations: 348 Booths
(include 102 International exhibitors from 5 countries/regions) - Number of registered Visitors:26,397
- ※ total visitors fo ‘Architecture + Interior WEEK’
Asia Furnishing Fair – Celebrating Its 11th Edition
Expected size
- Expected Size
150 Exhibitors/ 400 Booths - ※ Asia Furnishing Fair only
- Expected Visitors
More than 27,000 - ※ Visitors to Architecture + Interior WEEK
Showcasing Trends from Tokyo Big Sight A Continuously Evolving Comprehensive Furniture Trade Fair
Asia Furnishing Fair is one of Japan’s largest furniture and interior exhibitions, now in its 11th edition. Leading manufacturers from Japan and across Asia gather to present a wide range of products—from standard items such as beds and sofas to furniture for pets and outdoor use. The exhibition provides a platform where discerning buyers can discover new interior trends that shape the future of the industry.
The largest scale International Exhibiton Venue ”Tokyo Big Sight”
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