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Venue, To Be Announced, San Francisco
Mar 11 (Wed) , 2026 @ 03:00 PM
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For decades, Japan has produced globally influential intellectual property & cultivated a distinct creator culture.

Across console, mobile, & indie segments, Japan continues to play a major role in shaping the global gaming market.

At the same time, Japan's publishing structures, business practices, & partnership models operate within a unique framework.

Successfully entering the Japanese market, collaborating with Japanese companies, or expanding Japanese titles internationally requires a deep understanding of these structural characteristics.

This event will be held in two parts:

Japan Game Focus, which examines the structure & current position of Japan's game industry & provides practical insights into where it is heading, & Japan Game Meetup, a networking session designed for professionals with a strong interest in the Japanese gaming ecosystem.

Attendance is subject to approval.

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Japan Game Focus Doors Open: 3:00 PM

Hosted by: Digital Garage US

Partners: Global Game Growth Gateway, GFR Funds, Kodansha Game Lab

Planned Topics

Structural characteristics of Japanese publishers

Creative philosophy & development culture unique to Japan

Business practices & distribution structures in the Japanese market

Cross border collaboration opportunities, particularly between Japan & the United States

Who Should Attend

Developers & publishers exploring entry into the Japanese market

Publishers considering international expansion of Japanese titles

Investors analyzing or evaluating investment opportunities in Japan's game sector

Business development professionals seeking collaboration with Japanese IP

Industry professionals interested in Japan's gaming ecosystem

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Japan Game Meetup Door Open: 6:00 PM

Hosted by: JETRO San Francisco, Alchemist, International Game Developers Association Japan (IGDA Japan), Digital Garage US

Partner: Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco

This session will take place following the conclusion of Japan Game Focus.

It is designed as a networking opportunity for professionals interested in the Japanese game industry to exchange ideas & build new relationships.

Please note that the start time may shift slightly depending on the progress of the earlier session.
 
 
 
 
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