H.C.R. Navigation
For corporations and organizations (welfare professionals, welfare facility managers, manufacturers and distributors, businesses, overseas corporations, government agencies, and universities/research institutions)
H.C.R. is one of Asia's largest comprehensive welfare exhibitions, bringing together the latest technologies and ideas that are shaping the future of the welfare industry.
• Want to introduce the latest welfare technologies and solutions?
• Looking to strengthen local welfare policies and support systems?
• Want to explore growing sectors of the welfare market and expand your business?
• Interested in the latest international welfare policies and research?
At H.C.R., you can connect with the latest information that will help shape the future of welfare and expand new possibilities!
Here are some of the best recommendations for corporations and organizations.
Recommended for the following people! H.C.R. Guide by Type
Managers, owners, and staff of nursing and welfare facilities
- We want to provide a more comfortable environment for users.
- Staff shortages are a serious problem.
- We want to reduce the burden on staff.
Discover how to improve the quality of care
and reduce workload by utilizing the latest equipment.
you can experience the latest technologies and services that will help streamline operations and solve facility management challenges!
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Check out the latest trends in evolving welfare equipment!
AI-powered fall prevention systems to reduce staff burden
ICT-based care systems that allow staff to monitor users' conditions remotely
Transfer and walking assistive devices to reduce physical strain on staff
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Get tips for updating facility management!
New standards for barrier-free design
Latest technologies for infection control and hygiene management
Contactless equipment and virus prevention solutions
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Get insights to solve DX and facility management challenges
Best practices for the effective use of welfare equipment
Introduction of ICT
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Enhance your skills with professional seminars on support techniques
Live demonstrations and explanations covering various scenarios, such as mobility, sleep, daily activities, toileting, and meals.
Recommended Spots and Events
- Exhibitor Booths
- Seminar B
- Seminar C
Government agencies and
municipal officials
- I want to understand welfare trends, challenges, and needs.
- Considering policies utilizing the latest technologies.
Explore new welfare policies
you can learn about welfare policies and successful case studies from both domestic and international municipalities, gathering information that can help address specific local challenges!
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Learn about domestic and international welfare policies and advanced case studies!
Learn current state of welfare at the International Symposium
Experience cutting-edge research, products, and technologies from universities and other institutions
Explore the latest technologies for welfare disaster prevention and evacuation support
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Engage with the field through networking
Get the insights from the frontline through exchanges with companies and people in the welfare industry!
Booths from local governments are also present. Discover the innovative efforts of other municipalities!
Leading to more concrete welfare plans in line with the actual conditions of the community
Recommended Spots and Events
- Exhibitor Booths
- Seminar Ａ
- International Symposium
- The Cutting Edge of Welfare Equipment
- Exhibition to Prepare for the Unexpected Disasters
Manufacturers and
company representatives
- I want to understand the needs of the welfare market.
- I wonder if our technology can be applied to the welfare sector.
- I am looking for business partners for collaboration.
Understand trends in the welfare market
and explore new business opportunities
you can gain valuable information to understand the growing sectors of the welfare market and explore new business opportunities!
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Catch the latest trends in the welfare market!
Analyze the growing sectors in the welfare / welfare equipment markets!
Learn about the latest trends in welfare x technology!
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B2B & B2G Business Matching!
The average number of business meetings held by exhibitors is 57.2 over 3 days!
Opportunities to expand into international markets, attract new customers, and establish long-term partnerships.
Recommended Spots and Events
- Exhibitor Booths
- The Cutting Edge of Welfare Equipment
- Exhibitor Presentation
Overseas participants
- I want to understand the welfare market in Japan and explore international expansion.
- Seeking technologies that can be applied to the welfare market in our own country.
- Looking for business partners for collaboration.
Learn about the welfare market trends and regulations in Japan
you can learn about Japan's welfare cutting-edge technologies and policies, gaining insights that can help you enter the Japanese welfare market or apply them to your own country's welfare sector.
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Learn about the welfare market, systems, and technologies in Japan!
Technological Innovations in Welfare Equipment and Caregiving Robots in Japan
Successful case studies and outcomes in Japan's long-term care insurance system and welfare policies
International welfare exchange and business matching!
Potential for cooperation between overseas and Japanese welfare markets leading to business negotiations!
Recommended Spots and Events
- Exhibitor Booths
- International Symposium
- Exhibitor Presentation
University and research institution representatives
- I want to contribute to research on the latest welfare equipment and caregiving robot.
- Looking to gather comprehensive welfare-related information.
Deepen your research on welfare technology and policy
offers research institutions the opportunity to learn about the latest welfare technologies and policies,
gaining valuable insights that can be applied to entering the Japanese welfare market or enhancing your own country's welfare sector.
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Check out the trends in the development of advanced technology and welfare robots!
Learn about research examples of welfare devices utilizing AI and IoT!
Experience firsthand how research contributes to improving the lives of elderly and disabled individuals through user feedback!
Gather data on welfare policies and community welfare!
Collect case studies on local government welfare policies and community-based care!
Learn about the process of research and development in collaboration with companies!
Recommended Spots and Events
- Exhibitor Booths
- The Cutting Edge of Welfare Equipment
H.C.R. Key Highlights
01 / Experience Cutting-Edge Technology
A wide range of welfare devices, assistive robots, and ICT technologies developed by manufacturers from Japan and abroad will be on display.
Information on prototypes and the latest research results before commercialization will also be available.
02 / Demonstrations and Hands-On Experience
Experience the latest equipment through demonstrations and hands-on booths.
By trying out the product's usability and functions, you can get an idea of how the product will be used in the field.
03 / B2B Business Matching Opportunities
A platform to find new business opportunities and partners. Many participating companies have shared positive feedback, such as “We were able to secure new clients” and “It led to fruitful business negotiations.”
04 / Lectures by Experts
Leading experts in the fields of care and welfare will give lectures. Learn about the latest market trends and policy developments.
05 / Global Information Gathering
International symposiums and other events will provide insights into current and future welfare trends worldwide. It’s an opportunity to understand market changes and update your strategy.
Tips and opportunities available at H.C.R.
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- Check the detailed usability
- Being able to actually touch and inspect the equipment allowed us to get a clearer image of how it would look when implemented in our facility. It was great that we could compare the subtle differences that aren't apparent in the catalog.
– Welfare facility manager
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- Understand the benefits of introducing equipment
- It was extremely valuable to see and learn firsthand about the latest technologies and equipment addressing community welfare challenges. Discussions within the municipality regarding the benefits after implementation are likely to progress.
– Welfare officer, local government
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- Gain insights directly from manufacturers
- I gained valuable insights into incorporating cutting-edge technology into our new business development. It was a rare opportunity to speak directly with manufacturers from both Japan and overseas.
– Care service company representative
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- Expand your network in the welfare industry
- I had the opportunity to directly hear feedback from the field in the welfare industry. Networking with experts and developers has allowed me to create richer content for my articles.
– Medical and welfare sector journalist
Featured Exhibits and Forums
Coming soon!
Information about the concurrent events will be announced sequentially after July.
Achievements and Data
H.C.R. is Japan's largest welfare equipment exhibition, celebrating its 52nd edition this year. Over the years, it has continued to showcase the potential of welfare equipment amidst a changing society.
- H.C.R.2024 Achievements
- • Number of exhibitors: 402 (including both domestic and international exhibitors)
• Number of visitors: 120,041 (total over 3 days)
• Number of international exhibitors: 50 (from 10 countries and 2 regions)
• Average number of booth visitors: 1,309
• Average number of business meetings: 57
• Intention of exhibitors to participate next time: 91% (including those who are "very interested" or "somewhat interested")
- Visitor Trends
- Welfare professionals: 41.1%, General public: 29.0%, Manufacturing and sales industries: 24.2%, Others: 5.9%
- Welfare Equipment Market Trends
- • Japan's aging rate: The population aged 75 and older is expected to exceed 18% by 2025
• Care market size: The total care-related costs in 2023 are expected to reach ¥11.5139 trillion
• Care worker shortage: It is predicted that there will be a shortage of about 570,000 care workers by 2040
• Welfare equipment market: The market size is expected to reach ¥1.6354 trillion in 2024, showing steady growth