Japan Web3 Speeds Up as TEAMZ Summit 2026 Sponsorships Sell Out

TEAMZ Summit 2026: Japan Web3 & AI Integration Announced

Tokyo, Japan — As Japan steps into 2026, its Web3 industry is picking up speed again TEAMZ Summit. Traditional financial institutions, like banks, securities firms, and trust companies, are stepping in more heavily in areas such as RWA (real-world assets), security tokens, and 24/7 tokenized trading platforms. This shows that institutional involvement is moving from just experimenting to adopting these technologies in a more structured way.

At the same time, Japan is getting clearer support from the government. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama recently said she backs introducing crypto asset trading into Japan’s traditional market systems, including stock exchanges and commodity exchanges. She also mentioned the U.S. crypto ETF market as a model. Her comments show increasing support for allowing major digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum to be part of mainstream, regulated investment options.
Meanwhile, Japan's crypto tax reform is moving forward. Reports suggest the government is looking into reducing the current highest tax rate on crypto profits, which is said to be as high as 55%, to a rate similar to that of stocks, around 20%. This change would also include better regulations and stronger protections for investors. Such a shift could significantly change the market landscape and encourage more innovation.

On the corporate front, DAT (Digital Asset Treasury) strategies are becoming a significant trend. More companies are looking into ways to include digital assets in their financial plans, either as part of their reserves or as part of their overall financial strategies. This is driving more interest and activity throughout the entire ecosystem.

In the community, Japan's Web3 ecosystem is still growing, with more developers, researchers, and startups joining the scene. The industry is slowly shifting from just trading for profit to using Web3 technologies in real-life situations and turning them into actual businesses. This is being helped by a growing group of creators and business people working together.

Against this larger trend, one of Japan's biggest tech events that brings together Web3 and AI — the TEAMZ Web3 / AI Summit 2026 — has shared some big news.

Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and Yuichiro Tamaki, the head of the Democratic Party for the People, have been confirmed to speak at the summit as part of the first wave of speakers announced. Additionally, TEAMZ has confirmed that the summit's top sponsorship level, Title Sponsor (with only 10 slots available), has already been fully booked, showing strong interest from major global companies.

Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and Yuichiro Tamaki have been confirmed as speakers.

TEAMZ announced that Satsuki Katayama, who serves as both Finance Minister and Minister for Financial Services, will attend the TEAMZ Summit 2026 and give a keynote speech. Katayama has been working on financial system reforms and industrial changes for a long time, and her involvement is viewed as a clear sign of closer collaboration between government policies and industry efforts. Japan is speeding up its work on digital assets and financial innovation.

TEAMZ also announced that Yuichiro Tamaki, the leader of the Democratic Party for the People and a member of the House of Representatives, will be participating. Tamaki has previously worked at Japan's Ministry of Finance, including its former structures, and has a wide range of experience in government roles across the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Financial Services Agency and the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau are expected to provide valuable insights on digital finance, industrial policy, and Japan's position in the global economy

Web3 and AI Convergence: Transitioning from "Crypto" to Cutting-Edge Infrastructure

TEAMZ Summit has long served as a pivotal gathering for global leaders in Web3.

In 2026, the summit is gearing up for a significant transformation: while it will continue to delve into vital Web3 discussions, the event is poised to broaden its focus to include Artificial Intelligence (AI).

This evolution stems from the increasing ties between the "on-chain economy" and the "AI revolution." The theme for this year is "Tradition Meets Tomorrow."

For the very first time, TEAMZ Summit will unfold at Happo-en, a historic Japanese garden steeped in over 400 years of history, nestled in the heart of Tokyo. Attendees can look forward to an event that harmoniously fuses traditional Japanese aesthetics with cutting-edge technology, offering a distinct and memorable experience of blockchain and AI.

Tokyo summit update: first speakers announced, leaders in global Web3 and AI to join.

TEAMZ has shared that, alongside the two main political speakers, more international and Japanese industry leaders are joining the list, including:

• Subash from Tether, Michael Terpin from Transform Ventures, and Kangsu Kim from Matsuo Institute, Inc.

• Nick DiSisto from Trust Wallet, Takatoshi Shibayama from Ledger

• Genki Oda from JVCEA, Sota Watanabe from Startale Group, Tomohiko Kondo from SBI VC Trade

• Ken Kodama from EMURGO; Mai Furukawa from XRPL Japan; Hironori Kunimitsu from FiNANCiE

• Vineet Budki of Sigma Capital, Ken Kawai of Anderson Mori & Tomotsune. 1. 

• Dr. Salim of Maidaan AI, Tatsuya Saito of Progmat, So Saito of So & Sato Law Office.

• Marc Piano from Horizons Global, Anand Iyer from Canonical

Together, these speakers bring wide leadership across Web3 and AI, covering infrastructure, policy and rules, venture funding, legal setup, and real business adoption.

Title Sponsor Category Reaches Capacity: XRP, Cardano, SBI VCT, Startale, EMURGO, and More Join the Elite Partnership Tier

TEAMZ shared that the summit’s highest partnership tier, Title Sponsor (limited to 10 slots), is already fully booked even before the event begins. Global industry names such as Binance, XRP, Cardano, SBI VCT, Startale, EMURGO, AAC, and Envo have officially joined as top-level partners for TEAMZ Summit 2026.

Along with the Title Sponsor category, other sponsor and exhibition options are attracting strong interest. Companies in Web3 and AI from many regions will gather at Happo-en, Tokyo to present new innovations, work on ecosystem collaborations, and form international alliances.

To learn more about the sponsoring companies, please check the official website: https://www.teamz.co.jp/2026/participants.

The company has grown its global presence by working with more than 100 media organizations, community organizations, venture capital companies, and supporters.

TEAMZ Summit 2026 draws support from over 100 partners worldwide. These groups include media outlets, community teams, VC firms, and ecosystem backers. Summit updates and talks will hit partner channels right away. This grows the event's global reach. It also helps taking part companies spot business chances fast.

Media partners: Cointelegraph Global, CoinPost, bitcoin.com, Cointelegraph Japan, BlockBeats, Foresight News, Crypto Times, PANews, Jinse Finance, BlockTempo, Iolite, Pacific Meta, and others.

Community partners: PALacademy, Akindo, Hakuhodo Key3, Progmat, Shibuya Web3 University, CIC Tokyo, Tokyo Fintech, and more.

VC and investor partners: Draper Associates, Dragonfly, Blockchain Capital, Wintermute, Hyperithm, NGC Ventures, SevenX Ventures, and others. This points to stronger investor ties around the world.

For more information on media partners, community partners, VC partners, and supporting organizations, please check the official website: https://www.teamz.co.jp/2026/participants.

Ongoing backing from Japan's three primary industry organizations.

TEAMZ also said they will keep getting support from three big industry groups in Japan in 2026. These groups stand for the Web3 and cryptocurrency asset industry in the country.

• Japan Cryptoasset Business Association (JCBA)

• Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA)

• Japan Blockchain Association (JBA)

Their support keeps the summit professional, compliant with rules, and trusted in the industry.

TEAMZ Web3 / AI Summit 2026 — Event Overview

• Dates: April 7 (Tue) – April 8 (Wed), 2026

• Venue: Happo-en, Minato City, Tokyo

• Theme: Tradition Meets Tomorrow

• Speakers: 130+

• Expected Attendance: 10,000+

• Official Website: https://web3.teamz.co.jp/

• Tickets: https://web3.teamz.co.jp/en/tickets-list-2026

About TEAMZ

TEAMZ is a global accelerator dedicated to Web3 and AI. It supports Japan's innovation scene by organizing events, offering marketingassistance, building corporate partnerships, and fostering ecosystem growth. Its main event, the TEAMZ Web3 / AI Summit, brings togetherparticipants from more than 50 countries and functions as an international business platform that connects startups, investors, companies.