Formnext Asia Tokyo Forum to bring leading international AM experts to Japan
Along with talks from local experts from Toyota, JAXA and government representatives
Formnext Asia Tokyo Forum 2025, dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements in additive manufacturing (AM) technologies, products, and services, will take place from 25 – 26 September at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center HAMAMATSUCHO-KAN.
Welcoming around 50 exhibitors from Austria, Korea, Japan, Sweden, and the UK, the fair is set to spotlight the AM innovations from around the world. This year’s edition features the launch of a new zone, the Academic Area, where leading researchers will present the latest findings to inform and inspire business professionals. The show further serves as a vital meeting point for exhibitors and visitors to explore new technologies and forge strong business relationships within the AM sector.
Over two days, the venue will host 24 seminars featuring prominent leaders in the AM industry. The Special Seminar will cover key topics, including the current utilisation of 3D printing in the automotive sector and ongoing development efforts toward aerospace applications.
Mr. Hiroyuki Oiwa, representing Toyota Industries Corporation, will present initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and utilization of 3D printers, as well as examples illustrating their current applications within the industry. Moreover, Mr Keita Terashima of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will provide detailed insights into their innovative technology, research, and development programs aimed at drastically reducing the cost and weight of future rocket structures.
For the first time in industry history, a panel discussion will feature representatives from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry alongside the Ministry of Defence. This discussion will cover the government’s expectations regarding the application of AM going forward. The Industrial Seminar, co-hosted by the Japan Welding Engineering Society Additive Manufacturing Division and the Japanese Institute of Additive Manufacturing, will discuss ongoing initiatives and the current landscape of AM in Europe and the US.
The Academic Presentation, a new feature this year, will showcase research breakthroughs in metal materials for AM and advances in micro 3D printing technology. Professor Shoji Maruo, from Yokohama National University, will discuss the development and application of Micro 3D Printing technology using diverse photocurable ink, and Mr Matthew Diable from the University of Liverpool will present the theme, ‘Lighting the way: New polymeric photoinitiators for safer vat photopolymerisation 3D printing.’
Meanwhile, in the Exhibitor Presentation, suppliers will introduce their products and latest services. Mr. Casio (Young Chan) Kim, a member of HDC Co., Ltd., will discuss Solukon and its products related to metal AM printing post-process Powder Removal, ADAXIS, MX3D, and CEAD.
All seminars are free of charge, and the Special Seminar is open for pre-registration via the official website.
