The Real Reason the World's FinTech Leaders Fly to Tokyo

Unlock exclusive access to Japan’s financial future from high-level strategy at FinCity.Tokyo to real-world digital commerce in Asakusa. Witness SME digitization and cross-border tech in action before tracing the evolution of money at the Bank of Japan.

9:45am - 4:00pm, 24 February 2026

Embrace the fusion of nature and cityscape as you join fellow attendees at this soirée. Hosted at the Otemachi Building, come and join us for a night of networking in a relaxed environment.

6:00pm - 8:00pm, 24 February 2026
Nihonbashi Tokyo
Open to Executive passholders only.

Your pass gets you in the room. The GFTN App gets you in the right conversations. Download it, activate your profile, and start scheduling 1:1 meetings with Japanese and global market leaders before you even arrive.

Throughout Forum, 25 - 27 February 2026
Bellesalle Tokyo-Nihonbashi

We're bringing together global leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across the FinTech ecosystem for an evening of ideas and connections high above the city. Organised by FINOLAB, the Japan Fintech Association, and GFTN.

6:00pm - 8:00pm, 25 February 2026
Otemachi Building, 7F Lounge

Our signature Founders & Investors programme is back. Meet the investors behind Japan’s biggest capital moves. Fundraise, forge partnerships and expand your market, all in one place.

10:00am - 6:00pm , 25 - 27 February 2026
Bellesalle Tokyo-Nihonbashi, B2 (Investor Lounge)

We’re taking over Tokyo’s hottest bars and restaurants. Drink, laugh and rub shoulders in a relaxed setting with the people shaping the world of finance.

6:00pm - 8:00pm, 26 February 2026

• Omnipollos: 9-5 Nihonbashi Kabutocho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• B by the Brooklyn Brewery: B1F, K5, 3-5 Nihonbashi Kabutocho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• MARUYAMA: K5 1F 3-5 Nihonbashi Kabuto-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0026
• Gansoyakitorikushihatchi Kabutochoten: Japan, 〒103-0026 Tokyo, Chuo City, Nihonbashikabutocho, 9−5 Kabutocho Building, 1F リオSOHO
• Bistro Yen: 6-7 Kabutocho, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Kabutocho No.7 Heiwa Building

Open to Industry, Discovery, Executive and Policy passholders only.

Omnipollos sponsored by

The GFTN tradition everyone waits for. Where suits come off and the real celebration begins. It's how we close GFTN Forum, Japan 2026: loud, unforgettable, pure founder energy.

6:30pm - 8:00pm, 27 February 2026
Cotton Club, Tokyo Bldg Tokia 2F, 2-7-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku