TEDxInnovation U

Tokyo Edition 2026

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Ideas Worth Spreading

Event Schedule

Your Day of Innovation

A carefully curated schedule of inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and transformative experiences.

09:00

30 min

Doors Open & Registration

Check-in, collect your badge, and grab a coffee

09:30

30 min

Welcome Coffee & Networking

Meet fellow innovators and explore the venue

10:00

20 min

Opening Ceremony

Welcome address by TEDx Innovation U organizers

10:20

18 min

The Future of Human-AI Collaboration

Dr. Yuki Tanaka

Session 1: Technology & Innovation

10:40

18 min

Building Tomorrow's Sustainable Cities

Marcus Chen

Session 1: Technology & Innovation

11:00

18 min

Design Thinking in the Age of AI

Sarah Williams

Session 1: Technology & Innovation

11:20

30 min

Coffee Break & Networking

Refreshments and informal discussions

11:50

18 min

Robots Among Us: The Next Generation

Kenji Nakamura

Session 2: Future of Humanity

12:10

18 min

Unlocking the Brain's Hidden Potential

Dr. Amara Okafor

Session 2: Future of Humanity

12:30

18 min

Climate Solutions at Scale

Raj Patel

Session 2: Future of Humanity

12:50

90 min

Lunch Break & Exhibition

Catered lunch and innovation showcase

14:20

45 min

Afternoon Session: Panel Discussion

All speakers join for Q&A and discussion

15:05

20 min

Afternoon Break

15:25

60 min

Lightning Talks

5-minute talks from local innovators

16:25

20 min

Closing Ceremony

Final remarks and thank you

16:45

75 min

Networking Reception

Drinks, music, and connections