EventCAT Continues Japanese Momentum at Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026

EventCAT, the real-time AI simultaneous interpretation solution, is heading to Japan once again. Following our successful showcase at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 last year, we will be participating in Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026, Japan's largest startup event, held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba on April 15–16. As we accelerate our collaboration with businesses across Japan and Asia, visitors to the EventCAT booth will have the opportunity to experience our advanced AI interpretation solution firsthand.

Officially Recognized for Expanding into the Japanese Market

Our participation this year is particularly meaningful, as XL8 has officially qualified by being selected for the ‘2026 Big Wave Global Program’ hosted by the Incheon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation. This program is designed to support promising global enterprises in achieving successful market entry and discovering local partners in Japan.

By being chosen as one of the final eight startups, XL8 has once again gained official recognition for its outstanding technology and immense growth potential. With strong interest expected from local Japanese enterprises and venture capitalists, this exhibition will serve as a crucial stepping stone to solidify practical B2B partnerships in the region.

Showcasing EventCAT’s Real-Time AI Interpretation at Japan’s Largest Startup Event

EventCAT has a proven track record of providing highly accurate simultaneous interpretation subtitles for the MICE industry, including international conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. By leveraging accumulated operational data and continuously refining our translation technology, we deliver seamless multilingual experiences.

At Startup JAPAN EXPO 2026, we will be unveiling the recently revamped EventCAT Conference 2.0, featuring enhanced translation performance and a highly intuitive, customizable UI designed specifically for event organizers.

Q. When and where can we experience EventCAT?

- Date: April 15 – April 16, 2026

- Location: Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan

- Booth: #11-31 (Incheon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation Joint Booth)

Q. Who should visit the EventCAT booth? 

We highly recommend if you are:

- A global enterprise managing or planning international conferences, exhibitions, IR events, or cross-border collaborative projects.

- A VC or organization that frequently conducts video conferences with global clients or investors.

Discover firsthand how EventCAT serves as the ultimate AI agent for your business meetings, IR pitches, and multilingual conference calls and events.

EventCAT’s Next Step: Expanding Local Partnerships in Japan

XL8 plans to use this exhibition as a catalyst to strengthen collaborations with Japanese enterprises, investment firms, and innovation hubs. Through PoC projects and open innovation initiatives, we will actively demonstrate our real-time AI translation technology in live event environments.

Q. How does EventCAT differ from traditional simultaneous interpretation systems? 

By simply scanning a QR code instantly generated by EventCAT, both online and offline event attendees can access real-time multilingual interpretation directly on their personal mobile devices. Furthermore, our solution delivers highly natural and accurate translations, powered by data trained on global OTT content and numerous high-profile international events.

EventCAT: The Key to Business Expansion in Japan

Through this exhibition, we aim to further expand our partnerships in Japan and lead innovation in global events with our AI real-time translation solution. EventCAT’s technology ensures seamless communication among participants, ultimately empowering Japanese companies to solidify their global presence and foster seamless cross-border collaborations.

Viewing Japan as a critical strategic hub, XL8 is paving the way for the future of global collaboration powered by EventCAT. Beyond providing cutting-edge technology, XL8 will continue to deliver innovative communication environments across diverse industries, continually expanding our footprint in the global market.

Rosa Lee, COO of XL8, shared

"Japan is one of the world's largest business hubs, bringing together powerful startups and global enterprises headquartered across Asia. For companies looking to connect with more global clients and explore new collaborations, EventCAT is the ideal partner. We ensure that language barriers never become business limitations."

At Startup JAPAN EXPO, XL8 expressed its strong commitment to growing alongside both global companies planning to enter the Japanese market and Japanese companies looking to scale globally.

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Request a Local/Online Demo or Schedule a Meeting in Japan  contact@eventcat.com

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