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Event Name: International Jewellery Kobe
Category: Gems and Jewelry
Event Date: 14 – 16 May, 2026
Frequency: 3 times a year – (IJTokyo in January / IJKobe in May / IJTokyo Autumn in October)
Location: Kobe International Exhibition Hall – 6 Chome-11-1 Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0046 Japan
Organizer: RX Japan Ltd. – 11F, Yaesu Central Tower, Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, 2-2-1 Yaesu Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028, Japan
Phone: +81-3-6739-4103
Email: ijt-eng.jp[at]rxglobal.com
Timings: 10:00 AM – 18:00 PM
Tickets: Visitor Registration Required – Click Here!
30th Edition – International Jewellery Kobe 2026: Western Japan’s Largest and Best Mid-Year Jewellery Show
International Jewellery Kobe 2026: 30th Edition
IJK is Japan’s Largest and Best Mid-Year Jewellery Show! A wide range of jewellery from fine jewellery to fashion jewellery as well as a variety of loose stones and strands will be exhibited. Also, related products such as materials and services will gather under one roof.
The IJK International Jewellery Kobe is a significant annual trade fair for jewelry and accessories, held at the Kobe International Exhibition Hall in Kobe, Japan. Since its inception in 1997, the fair attracts thousands of trade visitors from around the world each year and has established itself as an important industry meeting point. The IJK is organized by RX Japan Ltd., a leading organizer of trade fairs and conferences in Japan with a broad portfolio of events in various industries. The modern and impressive Kobe International Exhibition Hall provides an ideal environment for showcasing products and services from the jewelry industry.
Kobe, a port city and major trade center in Japan, is internationally renowned for its jewelry and gemstone industry. The city is home to numerous jewelry manufacturers, wholesalers, and gemstone dealers who distribute their goods regionally and globally. The fair covers a wide range of areas, including jewelry design, gemstones, watches, and jewelry accessories. In addition, diamond testers, CAD tools, displays, and security technology for businesses are presented. The IJK places particular emphasis on innovations and sustainable trends that will lead the jewelry industry into the future. The IJK International Jewellery Kobe offers exhibitors and visitors numerous opportunities to establish new business relationships and present their products and services to a wide professional audience. Highlights of the event include exclusive fashion shows, product demonstrations, and networking events that provide participants with valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the industry. Overall, the IJK International Jewellery Kobe strengthens the city of Kobe’s reputation as a center for the jewelry and gemstone industry and contributes to the further development and growth of the sector.
The IJK International Jewellery Kobe will take place on 3 days from Thursday, 14 – 16 May, 2026 in Kobe.
Highlights:
- 480 Exhibitors
- 500,000 Jewellery Pieces – On Display
- 14,000 Visitors Expected
Exhibitors Profile:
Jewellery Products:
- Diamond Jewellery, Platinum Jewellery, Antique jewellery, Bridal jewellery, Chains / Necklaces, Gem set jewellery, Gold jewellery, Men’s jewellery, Brand jewellery, Earrings, Pearl jewellery, Silver jewellery, Designer’s jewellery, Costume jewellery, Arts and crafts etc.
Gemstones:
- Diamonds, Sapphires, Tanzanites, Turquoises, Cat’s eyes, Rubies, Opals, Tourmalines, Agates, Emeralds, Aquamarines, Paraiba tourmalines, Alexandrites etc.
Other Gemstones:
- Ambers, Corals, Jades, Cameos, Ivories, Tortoise shells, Jets, Crystals, Synthetic stones etc.
Pearls:
- Akoya pearls, Keshi pearls, Mabe pearls, South Sea pearls, Freshwater pearls, Conch pearls etc.
Jewellery Related Products:
- Clasps, Empty frames, Parts, Production machinery, Tools, Showcases / Displays, Shop designs, Jewellery boxes, Reform related products, Customer management systems, IT related products , Security / Surveillance, Jewellery maintenance goods, Certification, Consulting, Publications etc.
Visitors Profile:
Retailers:
- Jewellery retailers, Department shops, Mass retailer, Apparel boutiques, Specialty Stores, Mail-order / Online Stores, Variety Stores etc.
Wholesalers
Manufacturers
Designers / Craftsmen
Media:
- TV, trade press, general press, newspapers etc.
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