Entering 2026, Japan's Web3 industry is experiencing a new wave of acceleration: on one hand, traditional financial institutions such as banks, securities firms, and trusts are continuously increasing their involvement, moving from "testing the waters" to "systematic advancement" in areas ranging from RWA and security tokens to 24/7 tokenized trading platforms.
On the other hand, the Japanese government is sending clearer signals of support. Japan's Minister of Finance, Satsuki Katayama, recently stated publicly that she supports the introduction of crypto asset trading mechanisms into traditional market systems such as stock exchanges and commodity exchanges. Citing U.S. crypto ETFs as a reference, she advocates for a direction that allows digital assets like BTC and ETH to "enter mainstream investment channels compliantly."
Simultaneously, Japan's crypto tax reform is also accelerating: multiple media outlets have reported that Japan plans to reduce the maximum crypto asset profit tax rate from the current 55% to 20%, similar to stocks, and introduce a more comprehensive regulatory framework and investor protection mechanisms to further unleash innovation potential.
On the corporate side, "DAT (Digital Asset Treasury Strategy)" has become a new trend—more companies are experimenting with incorporating digital assets into their balance sheets as reserves or part of financial strategies, driving sustained market enthusiasm.
On the community side, the number of Web3 developers, researchers, and entrepreneurial communities is steadily growing. The industry is gradually shifting from speculative trading to "application implementation and commercialization," forming a more mature ecosystem in Japan.
Against this macro backdrop, Japan's largest Web3 and AI technology summit—TEAMZ Web3 / AI SUMMIT 2026—has officially announced its latest progress: Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and Democratic Party for the People Representative Yuichiro Tamaki have confirmed their attendance, with the first wave of distinguished guests announced; simultaneously, the top-tier "Title Sponsor" slots, all 10 positions, have been completely sold out, with industry leaders converging on Tokyo.
Finance Minister Katayama and Representative Tamaki Confirm Attendance, Elevating TEAMZ SUMMIT 2026's Political Profile
The organizers announced that Satsuki Katayama (Minister of Finance / Minister of Financial Services) will attend TEAMZ Summit 2026 and deliver a speech. Minister Katayama has long focused on financial system reform and industrial structure升级. Her attendance is seen as a significant signal of "further dialogue between policy and industry" as Japan accelerates its advancement in digital assets and financial innovation.
Simultaneously, Democratic Party for the People Representative, Member of the House of Representatives Yuichiro Tamaki has also confirmed his attendance. Representative Tamaki previously worked at Japan's Ministry of Finance (formerly the Ministry of the Treasury) and has extensive administrative experience in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Financial Services Agency, and the Osaka National Tax Agency. He holds significant influence on issues related to "digital finance, industrial policy, and international competition."
Web3 × AI Comprehensive Expansion: From "Crypto" to "Next-Generation Industrial Infrastructure"
TEAMZ SUMMIT has always been an important platform connecting global Web3 industry resources. The 2026 summit will undergo a significant upgrade: not only continuing to cover core Web3 topics but also expanding重点 into the **AI (Artificial Intelligence)** field, bringing the convergence point of "on-chain economy" and "intelligent revolution" to the forefront.
The theme of this year's summit is "Tradition Meets Tomorrow". The event will be held for the first time at the historic 400-year-old Japanese garden landmark—Happo-en. The organizers stated that they will present the technological frontier of "blockchain and AI integration" within a traditional space full of Eastern aesthetics and a sense of ceremony, allowing attendees to experience the real-world implementation of future technology in a setting different from conventional exhibition centers.
First Wave of Distinguished Guests Announced: Top Runners in Web3 and AI Gather in Tokyo
In addition to the two heavyweight political guests, the summit has announced several other influential international and domestic Japanese guests, including but not limited to:
●Subash (Tether), Michael Terpin (Transform Ventures), Kim Kong Soo (Matsuo Research Institute Co., Ltd.)
●Nick DiSisto (Trust Wallet), Takatoshi Shibayama (Ledger)
●Oda Genki (JVCEA), Watanabe Sota (Startale Group), Kondo Tomohiko (SBI VC Trade)
●Kodama Ken (EMURGO), Mai Furukawa (XRPL Japan), Kunikou Hirotaka (Financier Co., Ltd.)
●Vineet Budki (Sigma Capital), Kawai Ken (Anderson Mori & Tomotsune)
●Dr. Salim (Maidaan AI), Saito Tatsuya (Progmat), Saito So (So Saito Law Office)
●Marc Piano (Horizons Global), Anand Iyer (Canonical)
and other "top runners" from the global and Japanese industry frontlines, collectively covering key tracks in Web3 and AI.
All 10 Title Sponsorship Slots Sold Out: Industry Leaders Like XRP, Cardano, SBI VCT, Startale, EMURGO Join the Fray
The organizers also announced that the summit's core partnership level—Title Sponsor—all 10 slots have been sold out in advance. Major global industry forces including XRP, Cardano, SBI VCT, Startale, EMURGO, AAC, Envo have confirmed their status as top-tier partners for the 2026 TEAMZ SUMMIT.
Beyond this, more sponsorship and exhibition area collaborations are ongoing, with Web3/AI companies from around the world gathering at Happo-en in Tokyo for the latest technology showcases, ecosystem collaborations, and global partnership building.
For information regarding sponsoring companies, please refer to the official website https://www.teamz.co.jp/2026/participants
100+ Media and Community Partners Collaborate: Conference Content to Be Distributed Globally in Real-Time
TEAMZ SUMMIT 2026's media partners, community partners, VC partners, and supporting organizations total over 100, forming a powerful global dissemination network. Announcements and discussions from the conference venue will be distributed in real-time through media outlets and vertical communities in multiple countries, enhancing global exposure and business matching efficiency for exhibiting companies and projects.
Media partners include: Cointelegraph Global, CoinPost, bitcoin.com, Cointelegraph Japan, BlockBeats, Foresight News, Crypto Times, PANews, Jinse Finance, BlockTempo, Iolite, Pacific Meta and other major industry media.
Community partners include: PALacademy, Akindo, Hakuhodo Key3, Progmat, Shibuya Web3 University, CIC Tokyo, Tokyo Fintech, etc.
VC and investment institution partners are also continuously expanding, with increasing participation from international capital including:Draper Associates, Dragonfly, Blockchain Capital, Wintermute, Hyperithm, NGC Ventures, SevenX Ventures.
For information regarding media partners, community partners, VC partners, and supporting organizations, please refer to the official website https://www.teamz.co.jp/2026/participants
Backing from Japan's Three Major Industry Associations Confirmed: JCBA, JVCEA, JBA Provide Official Support for the Second Consecutive Year
The summit also confirmed that Japan's three major representative Web3 and crypto asset industry bodies:
●Japan Cryptoasset Business Association (JCBA)
●Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association (JVCEA)
●Japan Blockchain Association (JBA)
will continue to provide backing support for the TEAMZ Web3 / AI SUMMIT 2026, offering stronger endorsement for the summit's professionalism, compliance, and industry influence.
TEAMZ Web3 / AI SUMMIT 2026 Conference Information (Official)
●Time: April 7 (Tuesday) — April 8 (Wednesday), 2026
●Location: Happo-en (Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
●Theme:Tradition Meets Tomorrow
●Number of Guests: 130+
●Expected Attendees: 10,000+
●Official Website:https://web3.teamz.co.jp/
●Ticketing Page:https://web3.teamz.co.jp/en/tickets-list-2026
About TEAMZ
TEAMZ is a global accelerator focused on Web3 and AI, promoting the development of Japan's innovation ecosystem through summit events, marketing, corporate collaboration, and ecosystem connectivity. Its flagship event, the TEAMZ Web3 / AI Summit, attracts participants from over 50 countries and regions annually, connecting entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, and government agencies to create a global business collaboration platform.
