CIRCULAR ECONOMY EXPO Osaka

The Circular Economy Expo, abbreviated as CE JAPAN, represents an innovative turning point in the development and promotion of sustainable business practices and technologies. This standout event, held annually in November, was launched in 2024 by RX Japan, a leading organizer of trade shows and conferences. The prestigious venue, INTEX in Osaka, provides an ideal platform for businesses, startups, research institutions, and sustainability enthusiasts to showcase and discuss the latest innovations and solutions for a circular economy.

As part of the 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 sectors, including consulting, product design, sustainable materials, Product as a Service (PaaS), recycling, reuse, refurbishment, and water management.

The thematic areas cover consulting services for sustainable management, promotion of the circular economy, and visualization of supply chain data. In the area of circular design, innovative product designs, solutions for longevity, service orientation, material selection, product modularization, and recycling are presented. Exhibitors also showcase a variety of materials, including bioplastics, cellulose and cellulose nanofibers (CNF), biodegradable plastics, recycled materials, and eco-friendly packaging solutions. The expo also offers insights into cloud services, platforms, subscription services, as well as 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 featured.

With a comprehensive approach, CE JAPAN stands out in promoting the circular economy. Highlights include interactive exhibitions, workshops, and lectures from leading experts, providing practical insights and innovative approaches. The event encourages exchange between industry leaders, policymakers, and consumers to build networks, develop partnerships, and jointly shape a more sustainable future.

INTEX Osaka, a renowned venue ideally suited for international congresses and exhibitions, offers state-of-the-art facilities and is strategically located, making it accessible for visitors and exhibitors from around the world.

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 business practices.

The CIRCULAR ECONOMY EXPO will take place on 3 days from Wednesday, 19. November to Friday, 21. November 2025 in Osaka.