Japan Nail Expo 2026
- Nail Event
- World's Largest
- Competitions
- 30+ Years
- Awards
- Nail of the Year
- Days to go
- 23
- Event days
- 2
- Hosted by
- Japan Nailist Association
About Japan Nail Expo 2026
Japan Nail Expo 2026 is the world's largest-scale nail event, 22-23 November 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight, with competitions, the Nail of the Year Awards, a trade show and seminars.
Japan Nail Expo 2026 is a nail trade show and exhibition taking place from 22 November to 23 November 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight (West Halls 1 & 2 plus the Atrium) in Tokyo, Japan. Organised by the NPO Japan Nailist Association and billed as the world's largest-scale nail event, it brings together nail technicians, nail artists, salon owners and educators for competition, education, shopping and networking.
The expo showcases new nail products from leading brands, alongside more than 30 years of nail competitions and the prestigious Nail of the Year Awards. Multiple stages and seminars run across the two days, making it a flagship date in the international nail calendar.
What to expect at Japan Nail Expo 2026
- Nail competitions across multiple categories
- The Nail of the Year Awards
- A large trade show and product exhibitions
- Stages, demonstrations and seminars
- Networking with the international nail community
Why attend Japan Nail Expo 2026?
- World's largest-scale nail event
- 30+ years of nail competitions
- Nail of the Year Awards — a prestigious industry accolade
Who should attend
Japan Nail Expo 2026 is aimed at nail technicians, nail artists, salon owners and educators who want to compete, discover new products, learn and connect. It is a valuable date to have in your 2026 diary.
About the organiser
Japan Nail Expo 2026 is organised by the Japan Nailist Association and held at Tokyo Big Sight in Tokyo, Japan. Please check the official website for the programme, tickets and booking.
Key information
- Dates
- Sunday 22 November 2026 to Monday 23 November 2026
- Time
- 09:00 to 17:00
- Venue
- Tokyo Big Sight (West Halls 1 & 2 + Atrium), Tokyo, Japan
- Type
- Awards, Beauty, Competition, Exhibition, Festival / Trade Fair, Nails
- Hosted by
- Japan Nailist Association
Contact Japan Nailist Association
Event features
- Live demos
- Speaker lineup / guest experts
- Sponsorship/exhibitor opportunities
Event gallery
Frequently asked questions
When and where is Japan Nail Expo 2026?
It takes place from 22 to 23 November 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight (West Halls 1 & 2 plus the Atrium) in Tokyo, Japan.
Who organises it?
The NPO Japan Nailist Association, which runs the event and its competitions.
What happens at the expo?
Nail competitions, the Nail of the Year Awards, a large trade show and product exhibitions, plus stages and seminars.
Who is it for?
Nail technicians, nail artists, salon owners and educators from Japan and around the world.
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Register Japan Nail Expo 2026
Event details are supplied by organisers. Please check with the organiser before travelling.