The Asia Web3 conference WebX 2026 has successfully concluded. The two-day event was held at the Prince Park Tower Hotel in Tokyo, attracting over 13,600 attendees from more than 90 countries and regions worldwide, along with more than 70 peripheral activities, once again demonstrating Japan's strong appeal as Asia's core hub for Web3.

Favorable Policies and Accelerated Institutional Funding

Against the backdrop of Japan's rapidly improving digital asset regulatory framework, this WebX has become an important window for global discussions on the implementation of yen stablecoins, large banks' tokenization practices, and the acceleration of institutional funding. From top-level policy signals to real institutional developments, and to cutting-edge technological innovations, the conference presented a clear path for Japan's Web3 to move from "compliance first" to "scale adoption," allowing the market to genuinely feel the ongoing recovery of institutional confidence.

High-profile Guests Gather: From Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to Tom Lee and Justin Sun

The conference brought together a stellar lineup of policymakers, regulatory officials, institutional leaders, and technology founders. Japan's 105th Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered a video message, clearly reaffirming the government's support for startups and Web3 innovations; high-ranking government officials such as Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki and Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yasutoshi Nishimura also attended in person. Tom Lee, Chairman of BitMine, pointed out in his keynote speech that Ethereum is entering the "ETH 2.0" phase, likening it to the valuation leap of Amazon, Nvidia, and others from 1.0 to 2.0, and provided a long-term price target outlook, sparking a rapid rise in discussions on the long-term narrative of Ethereum. Ian De Bode, CEO of Ondo Finance, John D'Agostino, Head of Strategy at Coinbase, Nischint Sanghavi, Head of Digital Currency for Visa Asia Pacific, and other institutional representatives deeply engaged in discussions on the path to implementing stablecoins, tokenization, and digital infrastructure. Justin Sun, founder of TRON, gave an online keynote speech, systematically articulating the core value of blockchain as the financial foundation in the AI intelligent era, precisely addressing the current hot topic of "AI+Crypto" most concerning the Chinese community.

Three Main Stages Focus on Stablecoins, AI, and RWA

The main venue featured three main speech stages: CRYL Stage, Binance Stage, and Limitless Stage, which comprehensively covered core topics such as stablecoins, AI, tokenization, and digital infrastructure, complemented by practical workshops and interactive exhibit areas, allowing attendees to hear real signals from policies and institutions, as well as to see the tangible results of products and technologies.

Immersive Experience and High-Quality Social Upgrades

The conference also meticulously crafted multiple immersive experiences. Participants who completed the WebX Stamp Rally activity were eligible for a guaranteed lottery to win limited-edition merchandise; the Business Networking Area utilized the Bizzabo event app to facilitate one-on-one meetings, helping everyone efficiently connect with potential partners, investors, and industry peers; the Memory Wall was adorned with wisteria flowers and traditional umbrellas, constructed from 100% recycled paper honeycomb boards supported by the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau, integrating elements of Japan's traditional culture while embodying sustainability. Participants were able to take free instant photos here as keepsakes. Free massages and traditional matcha tea ceremonies were also provided during breaks, adding a touch of relaxation amidst the intensive agenda. The first day's exclusive VIP/Speaker Night connected thought leaders and high-level decision-makers in a closed-door dinner format, while the closing night featured an official After Party at Zouk Tokyo, concluding the two days of excitement with music and socializing.

Top Sponsors on Stage, Clear Long-term Layout Signals from Institutions

This conference received strong support from title sponsors such as Bitbank, bitFlyer, BitLending, eole, SBI Holdings, Simplex, UPCX, and Advasa, further confirming the commitment of local Japanese institutions and global capital to long-term investments in the Web3 track.

Moving to Tokyo Big Sight in 2027, A Larger Stage Awaits

Based on the strong momentum accumulated from this session, WebX 2027 will take place at the Tokyo Big Sight, approximately 1.8 times the size, from August 25 to 26, 2027. As institutional participation continues to accelerate and Japan's digital asset market position further solidifies, WebX will continue to provide an international stage for global leaders to shape the next phase of innovation in Web3. Pre-registration for WebX 2027 will soon open, and details can be found on the official website www.webx-asia.com.

About WebX

WebX is the flagship Web3 and blockchain conference in Asia organized by CoinPost, Japan's largest cryptocurrency media. Since its inception, it has become an important platform connecting global Web3, cryptocurrency assets, and blockchain ecosystem leaders. The 2025 conference attracted over 14,000 attendees from more than 90 countries. Previous speakers have included heavyweights like Binance founder CZ, TRON founder Justin Sun, and former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, continuously attracting the top voices in the global industry to gather in Tokyo.