CIRCULAR ECONOMY EXPO Chiba

The Circular Economy Expo, abbreviated as CE JAPAN, marks an innovative turning point in the development and promotion of sustainable business practices and technologies. This exceptional event, held annually in October, was launched in 2024 by RX Japan, a leading organizer of trade fairs and conferences. The prestigious Makuhari Messe venue in Chiba, near Tokyo, provides an ideal platform for companies, startups, research institutions, and sustainability enthusiasts to present and discuss the latest innovations and solutions for a circular economy.

As part of Green Transformation Week, the expo plays a crucial role by raising awareness of the importance and benefits of the circular economy. It offers a comprehensive overview of current developments, challenges, and opportunities in various areas, including consulting, product design, sustainable materials, Product as a Service (PaaS), recycling, reuse, refurbishment, and water management.

The thematic areas include consulting services for sustainable management, promotion of the circular economy, and visualization of supply chain data. In the field of circular design, innovative product designs, solutions for longevity, service orientation, material selection, product modularization, and recycling are showcased. Exhibitors also display a variety of materials, including bio-plastics, cellulose and cellulose nanofibers (CNF), biodegradable plastics, recycled materials, and eco-friendly packaging solutions. The expo further provides insights into cloud services, platforms, subscription services, and sharing and leasing models. Special attention is given to recycling, reuse, and refurbishment with a focus on product recovery, disassembly, sorting, resource recovery, recycling technologies, and environmental equipment. Water recycling, treatment, various treatment membranes, filtration technologies, and desalination processes are also presented.

CE JAPAN distinguishes itself in promoting the circular economy through a comprehensive approach. Highlights include interactive exhibitions, workshops, and lectures by leading experts, offering practical insights and innovative approaches. The event facilitates exchange among industry leaders, policymakers, and consumers, to network, develop partnerships, and collectively shape a more sustainable future.

The Makuhari Messe, one of the most renowned conference centers in Nakase, Mihama-ku, in Chiba near Tokyo, with its top-notch facilities and excellent transportation links, provides ideal conditions for CE JAPAN and its participants.

Overall, CE JAPAN represents a groundbreaking initiative aimed at sensitizing and activating businesses and consumers to the principles of the circular economy. By combining exhibition, education, and networking, it offers a unique opportunity to discover and promote the latest technologies and strategies for sustainable economic practices.

Visitors and exhibitors meet for the 2nd time on the CIRCULAR ECONOMY EXPO on 3 days from Wed., 17.09.2025 to Fri., 19.09.2025 in Chiba.