CPHI Japan 2027 is scheduled for 21 to 23 April 2027 at the East Halls of Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. CPHI Japan is one of Asia’s major pharmaceutical exhibitions, covering active ingredients, contract manufacturing, excipients, machinery, packaging and analytical services for the Japanese and regional pharma market.
Indian professionals travelling to attend generally need a business visa for Japan, applied for through the Japanese Embassy or Consulate or an accredited travel agency in India. A confirmed registration and an invitation or reason-for-visit letter from a Japanese partner or the organiser support the application.
The event
About CPHI Japan 2027
CPHI Japan brings together international ingredient and service suppliers with Japanese pharma companies, trading houses and procurement teams. Japan is one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical markets, with specific quality and regulatory expectations, which makes the event a focused market-entry trip.
For Indian API and formulation companies, CPHI Japan is a route to Japanese buyers, licensing partners and trading houses. Meetings are often arranged well in advance, so early planning matters.
Plan the visit
Date and venue
Tokyo Big Sight
Koto City, Tokyo, Japan
Confirm the exact halls and daily opening hours on the official CPHI Japan website before booking travel.
Across the show floor
What visitors can explore
Active ingredients (APIs)
Generic and specialty active pharmaceutical ingredients and intermediates.
Finished dosage & contract manufacturing
CDMO and CMO services for finished formulations.
Excipients & formulation
Excipients, delivery systems and formulation technology.
Machinery, packaging & analytical
Processing and packaging machinery, testing and regulatory services.
Product groups reflect the show’s published profile and can change between editions. Check the official website for the confirmed hall plan and exhibitor directory.
Business value
Why Indian businesses should attend
Meet Japanese pharma buyers, trading houses and licensing partners face-to-face, present ingredients and services, and progress the relationship-led conversations that Japanese market entry requires.
CPHI Japan also gives Indian pharma businesses a direct read on Japanese demand — quality expectations, regulatory pathways and the role of trading houses in the supply chain.
Before you fly
How to register
- 1
Register online
Register as a trade visitor on the official CPHI Japan website with your professional and company details, and save your confirmation or e-badge.
- 2
Request a letter for your visa file
Where the organiser offers a visa-support or invitation-letter service for registered visitors, request it early and keep it with your application documents.
- 3
Carry business identification
Bring your passport, registration confirmation, an employer covering letter and business cards to the venue.
For Indian passport holders
Japan Short-Term Business Visa for CPHI Japan 2027
Japan requires Indian passport holders to obtain a visa before entry. Business visitors attending a trade fair generally apply for a short-term Temporary Visitor visa for business through the Japan Visa Application Centre or the Embassy / Consulate of Japan in India. Japan also operates an eVISA for eligible short-term visitors in some countries — check whether it is available for your application.
Commonly required documents
- Passport valid for the period of stay, with blank pages
- Visa application form and a recent photograph
- Expo registration or invitation confirmation
- Schedule of stay / itinerary in Japan
- Invitation letter or reason-for-stay from a Japanese host or the organiser, where available
- Indian employer’s covering letter
- Proof of funds and employment
An invitation letter and expo registration support an application but do not guarantee approval, and processing times are not fixed. The final decision rests with the Japanese authorities.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Which visa do I need to attend CPHI Japan from India?+
Indian professionals attending for business apply for a Japan business visa through the Japanese Embassy or Consulate or an accredited travel agency in India.
Can the organiser provide a visa invitation letter?+
The organiser commonly provides a registration or invitation letter for confirmed international visitors and exhibitors. A reason-for-visit or invitation letter from a Japanese partner also helps. Check the current process on the official CPHI Japan website.
Is CPHI Japan open to the general public?+
No. It is a trade-only event for pharmaceutical industry professionals.
Does expo registration guarantee visa approval?+
No. Registration and invitation documents support the file, but the Japanese authorities make the final decision.
How early should I apply?+
Apply as soon as travel is confirmed. Allow time for document preparation, and arrange partner meetings well in advance.
