GREEN×EXPO 2027 – Yokohama, Japan

• March 19, 2027
  Event date:
• September 26, 2027
  Event end:

Overview

GREEN×EXPO 2027, officially known as the International Horticultural Expo 2027, will bring together countries, international organisations, companies, researchers, designers, horticulture professionals and visitors in Yokohama for a six-month international exhibition focused on the relationship between nature, people and the future. The Expo will take place from 19 March to 26 September 2027 at the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. The site covers approximately 100 hectares, including around 80 hectares for the main event area, with organisers expecting around 15 million visitors.

GREEN×EXPO 2027 is an A1-class International Horticultural Exhibition, the highest classification for international horticultural expos. It has been approved by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) and recognised by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), giving it significance well beyond a conventional garden or flower exhibition.

For business travellers, the Expo offers an opportunity to examine emerging ideas in horticulture, agriculture, food, landscape design, green infrastructure, urban development and environmental technology while meeting participants from Japan and overseas.

Expo Theme & Vision

The official theme of GREEN×EXPO 2027 is “Scenery of the Future for Happiness.” The concept focuses on how flowers, greenery, agriculture and food contribute not only to environmental sustainability but also to human wellbeing, culture, communities and economic development.

Rather than presenting greenery simply as decoration, the Expo aims to demonstrate the wider value of plants and natural systems as forms of natural capital. It explores how societies can work with nature while addressing global environmental challenges and creating more sustainable communities.

The Expo also promotes the idea of co-creation, encouraging communication and exchange between international and domestic companies, educational and research institutions, communities and other participants. This makes the event particularly relevant to professionals looking beyond horticulture itself and towards wider applications of green technology and sustainable development.

Business & Professional Opportunities

GREEN×EXPO 2027 has been designed around international participation and collaboration, making it relevant to companies and professionals interested in developing connections across borders. Participating countries and organisations will use the Expo to introduce their approaches to horticulture, environmental challenges, technology, culture and the relationship between people and nature.

The business relevance extends across several sectors. Companies involved in landscaping, agriculture, horticultural production, architecture, construction, environmental services, smart-city development, food systems, tourism and sustainability can find ideas and potential partners within the wider Expo environment.

The scale of international participation is also significant. The organisers have stated that they expect participation from around 70 countries and international organisations, while the confirmed participant list continues to expand.

Exhibition Areas & Main Themes

One of the most useful ways to explore GREEN×EXPO 2027 is through its five main villages. Each provides a different perspective on the Expo’s wider vision.

Urban GX Village focuses on technologies and ideas that can contribute to greener societies. It is particularly relevant for professionals interested in environmental technology, urban planning, infrastructure and sustainable development.

Craft Village highlights Japanese craftsmanship developed in harmony with nature. For international visitors, this area provides an opportunity to understand how traditional skills and materials can remain relevant within contemporary approaches to sustainability.

Farm & Food Village connects agriculture and food with wellbeing, production and the future of food systems.

Kids Village approaches environmental learning from a younger generation’s perspective, while SATOYAMA Village explores the relationship between people, landscapes and nature through the Japanese concept of living in harmony with the surrounding environment.

The wider site will also feature international and domestic exhibitions, gardens, plant displays, cultural presentations and interactive experiences, creating opportunities to compare different approaches to green development.

Industries & Sectors Represented

Although horticulture is at the centre of GREEN×EXPO 2027, the event reaches into a much wider range of industries.

Relevant sectors include horticultural production, landscape architecture, agriculture, food and farming, environmental technology, architecture, construction, urban planning, green infrastructure, tourism, education, research and sustainability.

The Expo’s flower and greenery exhibitions are also particularly relevant to companies that produce plants, gardening materials, landscaping products and related technologies. The organisers report 391 confirmed flower and greenery exhibitors as of September 2026, including outdoor and indoor exhibitors as well as municipalities from across Japan.

For companies researching the Japanese market, the Expo can therefore serve as a useful introduction to both Japanese practices and international approaches to the same challenges.

Conferences, Seminars & Business Programme

GREEN×EXPO 2027 will include a broad programme of exhibitions, presentations, interactive experiences and other activities alongside the physical displays. The detailed schedule of professional conferences, seminars and individual business sessions is still being developed, so visitors should check the official programme closer to their planned visit.

The Expo’s overall concept places considerable emphasis on communication, exchange and sharing between businesses, educational and research institutions, international participants and local communities.

For professionals, this means it is worth allowing more than a few hours for the visit. A business visitor interested in a particular industry may benefit from checking the programme in advance and planning the day around relevant exhibitions, presentations and participant displays rather than attempting to see the entire site without a schedule.

Networking & Business Opportunities

Networking is one of the strongest reasons for professionals to include GREEN×EXPO 2027 in a Japan business trip. The international nature of the Expo creates a setting where companies can see how different countries are approaching sustainability, horticulture, agriculture and environmental challenges.

Businesses can use the event for market research, competitor observation, partnership development and identifying technologies or ideas that may have applications in their own markets. International exhibitors also provide opportunities to understand how products and services are being positioned in different regions.

For companies considering participation or commercial activity around the Expo, it is advisable to make arrangements early. The event will operate on a very large scale, and some meetings, presentations and transport services may require advance planning.

Date & Opening Hours

GREEN×EXPO 2027 will run from Friday, 19 March through Sunday, 26 September 2027.

The official visitor information currently lists the Expo’s opening hours as 9:30 to 21:30, with the latest planned admission at 21:00. These extended hours give visitors flexibility to combine an Expo visit with meetings or other activities in Yokohama during the same day.

Because the exhibition runs across six months, the experience will change with the seasons. The organisers specifically highlight the seasonal development of flowers and greenery, meaning a visit in spring will not necessarily look the same as one during summer or early autumn.

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Location & Expo Site

The Expo will be held at the former Kamiseya Communication Facility in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The main event area covers approximately 80 hectares within a wider site of about 100 hectares.

The large scale of the venue is important for business visitors. Comfortable shoes and sufficient time between appointments are recommended, particularly for visitors planning to examine several exhibition areas in one day.

The location also places the Expo within easy reach of the wider Yokohama and Tokyo metropolitan area, making it possible to combine the event with business meetings, company visits and tourism elsewhere in the region.

Getting to GREEN×EXPO 2027

Public transportation and the official shuttle network are expected to be the most practical options for most international visitors.

Reserved shuttle buses operate from Seya Station, Mitsukyo Station, Minami-machida Grandberry Park Station and Tokaichiba Station. Current official guidance gives approximate shuttle travel times of 10 minutes from Seya, 15 minutes from Mitsukyo, 20 minutes from Minami-machida Grandberry Park and 25 minutes from Tokaichiba, although road conditions can affect journey times.

Direct buses are also planned from major transport hubs including Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama Station, the Minato Mirai/Kannai area and Haneda Airport. Operating companies, schedules and fares for these services are subject to official updates.

Visitors using cars or motorcycles must plan ahead because parking requires advance reservation. Group buses also require reservations, and the Expo has designated North and West parking areas.

Business Travel & Accommodation

For international delegates, staying in central Yokohama can be convenient because it combines access to the Expo with restaurants, business facilities, shopping and waterfront attractions. Areas around Minato Mirai, Yokohama Station and Kannai are particularly practical for visitors who want to combine business appointments with leisure.

A stay closer to Tokyo can also work for travellers who have meetings in the capital before or after the Expo. However, delegates attending multiple days should consider the daily journey carefully and allow additional time during busy periods.

Business travellers who prefer to stay around the Minato Mirai area have options such as The Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu, which is located close to Yokohama’s major business, conference and waterfront areas.

Meetings, Dining & Business Networking in Yokohama

Yokohama is well suited to combining an Expo visit with business meetings and professional dining. The Minato Mirai district, Yokohama Station area and Kannai offer a wide range of restaurants and commercial facilities where visitors can arrange meetings outside the Expo grounds.

For international business travellers, it can be useful to schedule formal meetings away from the Expo when possible. The Expo itself is likely to be busy, particularly during weekends and popular periods, while Yokohama’s central business districts provide a more controlled environment for longer discussions.

The city also offers an easy transition from business to leisure. After meetings, visitors can explore the waterfront, historic districts, Chinatown and other parts of Yokohama without needing to travel far from the central business areas.

Who Should Attend?

GREEN×EXPO 2027 can be valuable for a broad professional audience, including:

• International companies looking for Japanese or Asian business connections
• Horticulture and plant-production businesses
• Landscape architects and garden designers
• Architects and construction professionals
• Agricultural and food-sector companies
• Environmental technology companies
• Sustainability and ESG professionals
• Smart-city and urban-development specialists
• Tourism and hospitality businesses
• Researchers and academic institutions
• Startups developing environmental or green technologies
• Government and institutional representatives
• Investors and organisations researching sustainable industries

It can also be worthwhile for professionals outside these sectors who want to understand how Japan and other countries are approaching the transition towards greener and more resilient communities.

Tickets, Registration & Business Participation

GREEN×EXPO 2027 admission tickets are already on sale. Advance one-day tickets are currently priced at JPY 4,900 for adults, JPY 3,000 for youth and JPY 1,400 for children, with advance sales available until 18 March 2027. Regular one-day admission from the opening of the Expo is JPY 5,500 for adults.

Other options include Night Tickets, Season Passes, Summer Passes and special discount tickets. The Season Pass currently costs JPY 28,000 for adults, while the Summer Pass costs JPY 12,000 for adults.

A visit date and time reservation is required. This is separate from reservations for Expo shuttle buses and parking, so business travellers using those services need to plan all three elements independently.

Companies interested in exhibiting should distinguish ordinary visitor admission from exhibitor participation. GREEN×EXPO includes substantial participation by companies, organisations, municipalities and international participants, with the flower and greenery exhibition programme alone reporting hundreds of exhibitors.

Practical Information for International Visitors

International visitors should purchase their admission tickets and reserve their visit date before travelling. The official ticket system requires account registration, and international users can provide their country of residence during registration. Payment options include major credit cards and convenience-store payment.

For electronic tickets, visitors should prepare their QR code before arriving. The official organisers recommend saving a screenshot or printing the QR code because mobile connectivity may be affected by congestion at the venue.

The Expo also provides special-discount admission for eligible visitors with disabilities and one accompanying person. Accessibility provisions are incorporated into the transport and parking arrangements, although visitors with specific mobility requirements should review the latest official guidance before travelling.

Why Attend GREEN×EXPO 2027?

GREEN×EXPO 2027 is particularly interesting for business travellers because it connects environmental ideas with practical industries. Instead of focusing solely on flowers and gardens, the Expo examines how plants, agriculture, technology, design and natural systems can contribute to healthier and more sustainable societies.

For international companies, the six-month duration also creates flexibility. Visitors can choose a period that matches their business schedule, attend relevant exhibitions and programmes, and combine the Expo with meetings elsewhere in Yokohama or Tokyo.

The scale and international recognition of the event make it a useful destination for anyone researching the future of horticulture, sustainability, green infrastructure and nature-based urban development.

Official Event Information

Event: GREEN×EXPO 2027 YOKOHAMA JAPAN – International Horticultural Expo 2027
Dates: 19 March–26 September 2027
Location: Former Kamiseya Communication Facility, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
Theme: Scenery of the Future for Happiness
Classification: A1 International Horticultural Exhibition
Expected Visitors: Approximately 15 million
Official Website: https://expo2027yokohama.or.jp/

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