We're rebuilding
something we've lost.
Small rooms. Real conversations. The kind of gathering that used to define our industry.
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February16–18,2026.Talksandpanelsduringtheday,Shibuyawaitingforyouafterhours.
Day One
- 6:00 PMDoors open
- 6:00 PMReception & check-in
- 6:30 PMFood & drinks
- 9:00 PMEvening wraps
Day Two
Craft & East-West- 9:00 AMDoors open
- 9:30 AMOpening remarks
- 9:45 AMMaheen Sohail
- 10:20 AMDrew Wilson
- 10:55 AMJorge & Mike
- 11:30 AMKurt Varner & Garrett Fowler
- 12:00 PMLunch
- 2:00 PMGabriel Valdivia
- 2:45 PMYo! Podcast: East/West
- 3:40 PMEffy Zhang
- 4:25 PMChris Palmieri & Naomi Oren
- 5:00 PMClosing remarks
- 5:15 PMNetworking
- 6:00 PMDay ends
Day Three
Future & Business- 9:00 AMDoors open
- 9:30 AMOpening remarks
- 9:45 AMRyo Lu
- 10:20 AMPietro Schirano
- 10:55 AMBen Huffman
- 11:30 AMKevin Twohy
- 12:05 PMLunch
- 2:00 PMBrian Lovin
- 2:45 PMInteractive Experience
- 4:15 PMYo! Podcast: Community
- 5:10 PMSoleio
- 5:45 PMClosing
- 6:00 PMDay ends
After 6:00 PM, the city is yours.
Izakaya debates. Rooftop whisky. 2AM ramen. The best conversations happen off-schedule.
Discover Tokyo
between sessions.
Late-night konbini runs. Ramen steam rising from tiny counters. The hum of trains connecting infinite neighborhoods. Your conference badge opens more than just keynotes.
Three days
in Shibuya.
Where to stay.
The venue—TRUNK(HOTEL)—is where the event happens. We've included nearby options from budget to luxury. Tip: stay close to Shibuya Station for easy access.
BudgetAPA Hotel Shibuya Dogenzakaue
~¥10-18k/night · 10 min walkSolid budget chain, clean, reliable. Recently renovated.
BudgetThe Millennials Shibuya
~¥10-18k/night · 8 min walkTrendy capsule-style smart pods with great tech. Good for solo travelers.
Mid-RangeDormy Inn Premium Shibuya Jingumae
~¥18-35k/night · 3 min walkOnsen bath, free late-night ramen, excellent location. Cult favorite.
Mid-Rangesequence MIYASHITA PARK
~¥18-35k/night · 5 min walkModern design hotel integrated with Miyashita Park. Rooftop bar.
Mid-RangeHotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya
~¥18-35k/night · 8 min walkBoutique IHG property, neighborhood-inspired design, vinyl records in rooms.
VenueTRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET
~¥40k+/night · The venueBoutique design hotel, sustainability-focused, great bar. Obviously the move.
PremiumThe Aoyama Grand Hotel
~¥40k+/night · 12 min walkSophisticated luxury with excellent F&B, quieter Aoyama location.
PremiumHyatt House Tokyo Shibuya
~¥40k+/night · 12 min walkExtended-stay style with kitchens, brand new (2024). Indoor pool.
Book early — February overlaps with Lunar New Year
Shibuya is
your playground.
Where to go.
LandmarksCat Street
0.1 miles · 1 minTokyo's spiritual home of street fashion. Vintage stores, designer boutiques, hidden cafes in side alleys.
CultureOta Memorial Museum
0.2 miles · 3 minExquisite ukiyo-e woodblock prints. 15,000+ pieces including Hokusai. Remove shoes at entrance.
LandmarksTakeshita Street
0.3 miles · 5 minVibrant youth fashion and pop culture hub. Crepe stands, kawaii everything. Crowded on weekends.
LandmarksOmotesando
0.4 miles · 5 minTokyo's Champs-Élysées. Tree-lined avenue with high-end flagships and stunning contemporary architecture.
ShoppingShibuya PARCO
0.5 miles · 8 minNintendo Tokyo, Pokémon Center, Capcom Store on 6F. Otaku paradise. Timed entry on weekends.
LandmarksMiyashita Park
0.4 miles · 7 minModern shopping complex with rooftop park, bouldering wall, skate park. Great city views.
LandmarksShibuya Crossing & Hachiko
0.5 miles · 10 minThe world's busiest pedestrian crossing. Hachiko statue is the famous meeting spot nearby.
CultureMeiji Jingu Shrine
0.6 miles · 10 minSerene Shinto shrine in 170-acre forest. Enter through the massive torii gate. A peaceful escape.
LandmarksYoyogi Park
0.7 miles · 12 minSpacious green space for picnics, jogging, people-watching. Adjacent to Meiji Jingu.
CoffeeThe Roastery by Nozy Coffee
2 min walk · ¥500–800On Cat Street, single-origin specialty coffee, outdoor terrace, cronuts.
CoffeeKoffee Mameya
5 min walk · ¥380–2,000Standing-room only, ~20 single-origins, personalized recommendations. No milk drinks.
CoffeeFuglen Tokyo
12 min walk · ¥500–800Norwegian cafe/cocktail bar near Yoyogi Park. Vintage furniture, light roast. Opens 7am.
RamenIchiran Harajuku
3 min walk · ¥1,000–1,500Famous solo-booth tonkotsu ramen. Customize your order via paper form.
RamenAFURI Harajuku
8 min walk · ¥1,000–1,500Light yuzu shio ramen (refreshing citrus broth). Vegan option available.
CasualHarajuku Gyozarou
5 min walk · ¥340/6pcLegendary no-frills gyoza bar. Queue but moves fast. Cash only.
VeganBrown Rice by Neal's Yard
5 min walk · ¥1,500–1,700Organic vegan Japanese set meals, beautiful courtyard. Book ahead.
At VenueTRUNK(KITCHEN)
At venue · ¥1,500–3,000All-day restaurant at Trunk Hotel. Brunch, salads, burrito bowls, wagyu burger.
At VenueTRUNK(KUSHI)
At venue · ¥1,000–5,000Grilled skewers (kushiyaki), casual outdoor seating. Great for groups.
BrunchBills Omotesando
5 min walk · ¥2,000–3,000Famous Australian brunch (ricotta pancakes, scrambled eggs). Opens 8:30am, expect queues.
SushiHeiroku Sushi Omotesando
5 min walk · ¥1,000–2,000Conveyor belt sushi, affordable and fun. Good variety, quick service.
YakinikuYakiniku KINTAN Harajuku
8 min walk · ¥3,000–8,000+A5 wagyu yakiniku with smokeless roasters. Great lunch sets.
YakinikuYakiniku USHIGORO
5 min walk · ¥4,000–10,000+High-end A5 wagyu, elegant atmosphere. Worth the splurge.
What you need to know.
Pack layers. Good jacket. Walking shoes. You'll hit 15k steps daily.
Drop two zeros, add 50%. Japan is surprisingly affordable.
Add to Apple/Google Wallet before landing. Works everywhere—trains, konbini, vending machines.
Open WalletGet a travel eSIM. Type A outlets (same as US). Public WiFi exists but is unreliable.
Get Nomad eSIM$7–14 gets you ramen, curry, or bento. Konbini food is genuinely excellent.
Trains run until midnight. After that: taxi or Uber. Google Maps works flawlessly.
Open MapsIntimate. High-signal. Focused.