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First-time Visitors

What is H.C.R.?

Approximately 120,000 visitors and 400 exhibiting companies gathered.

This exhibition and forum brings together a wide range of products and services that support the field of welfare, including the latest welfare equipment, care robots, and assistive technologies, offering an opportunity to discover new possibilities in welfare.
It's an event where everyone can learn about the present and future of welfare equipment, from those in the welfare industry to those considering family care, students, parents, local government officials, and researchers.
This event is an opportunity for everyone to learn about the present and future of welfare equipment.

Exhibition Theme: "Opening Up a Creative Future"

We aim to create a prosperous local community where people can live together while responding to the changing needs of society and its inhabitants.

International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition（H.C.R.）

H.C.R. 3 Key Points

*Event details are subject to change.

POINT1

An exhibition where you can see, touch, and experience welfare equipment.

At H.C.R., you can actually experience the latest welfare equipment and products at booths featuring approximately 400 companies. A major attraction is being able to see, touch, and experience firsthand the ease of use and differences that cannot be understood from catalogs or screens alone. You can also consult directly with exhibitors about introduction and utilization methods.

Company booths categorized into 17 categories

"See, touch, and check out" the products that interest you

You can also consult about usage methods and implementation methods.

POINT2

Seminars to Learn About the Latest Trends in Welfare

International symposiums featuring overseas speakers and seminars by experts offer opportunities to learn about the use of welfare equipment and the latest topics surrounding welfare. By not only seeing the products but also understanding the underlying concepts and application examples, you can gain valuable insights for both welfare work and daily life.

Seminars on how to use assistive devices

International symposium where you can learn about current international affairs

Pay attention to presentations by exhibitors

POINT3

Events to experience welfare while having fun

There are also plenty of concurrent events that allow you to experience welfare in a fun way, including programs for students and various hands-on activities. Even people who are new to welfare can easily participate, and you can make new discoveries through hands-on experience, not just by watching and learning.

A "Children's Plaza" where children with disabilities can experience playing with playground equipment.

A "Discovering the Charms of Welfare Zone" where visitors can learn about the realities of welfare work.

A variety of special exhibitions, including assistance dog demonstrations and disaster prevention exhibitions.

How to Enjoy and Visitor Feedback

The appeal of H.C.R. lies in experiencing products that interest you, deepening your understanding through seminars, and feeling closer to welfare through the event. The unique way to enjoy H.C.R. is to encounter the information you need and make new discoveries as you wander around the venue.

  • There were some products I'd never seen before, which was interesting.
  • I felt a closer connection to welfare.
  • There were so many products I wanted to try.
  • I was able to truly feel the progress of welfare.
  • It's rare to have the opportunity to experience so many different assistive devices.
  • I was able to understand the detailed user experience.

Want to learn more about how to enjoy it?

See the H.C.R. Type-Specific Guide

H.C.R. Participant Guide

Even first-timers can feel at ease. Steps to participating in H.C.R.
H.C.R. is an international home care and welfare exhibition open to everyone.
Checking the information in advance will allow you to make the most of your visit to the venue.

  • STEP1

    Check the event details
    First, check the date, time, venue, and access information.

    Event details

  • STEP2

    Check Exhibitor and Product Information
    Researching companies and products you're interested in beforehand will make your participation on the day smoother.
    Exhibitor information for H.C.R.2026 will be released around mid-September.

    Exhibitor/Product Search

  • STEP3

    Check the Concurrent Events
    Various events, such as seminars and hands-on activities, will be held.
    Check the programs that interest you in advance.

    Concurrent Events

  • STEP4

    Register for Admission
    Advance registration is required for admission.
    Admission registration starts on September 1st.

    Admission Registration