Regions Nationwide Pitch Their Appeal to Global Nomads; Event to Be Held in Tokyo on August 8, "Digital Nomad Day"; Seeking Regions to Present

"Digital Nomads Japan Meetup (S-Tokyo)"

ELENTO LLC (Headquarters: Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Representative: Elena Tsukada), a glocal communication agency originating from the regions that connects local and global, will co-host an exchange event with Linnas Design Inc. (Headquarters: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, President: Akihito Matsushita), which operates the Tokyo-based community space for digital nomads, "S-Tokyo." The event, "Digital Nomads Japan Meetup ∞ — Digital Nomad Day Special Edition," will bring together regions from across Japan and digital nomads visiting from around the world on August 8, 2026, in Tokyo at S-Tokyo. This event will be held with the cooperation of the Japan Digital Nomad Association (hereinafter JDNA).

At this event, regional players working on attracting and accepting digital nomads will deliver the appeal of their respective regions directly to digital nomads from around the world gathered in Tokyo through "short pitches." Additionally, opportunities for face-to-face connections between regions and nomads will be created through morning coffee networking, skill sharing, and evening mixers. Starting from Tokyo, the event aims to support the creation of global related populations in each region.

Furthermore, applications are now open for regions that will present their local pitches on August 8, and for collaborative regions that will serve as "one-day managers" for meetups during the "Region x Digital Nomad Enhancement Period" (held every Thursday) from September to November.

Background of the Event

August 8 is "Digital Nomad Day." In anticipation of the infinite possibilities that digital nomads create, JDNA established this day on August 8, with its repeating eights evoking infinity "∞," and it was certified and registered by the Japan Anniversary Association in 2023. In the United States as well, the specialized digital nomad magazine "Rootless Living Magazine" established the same day as "Digital Nomad Day" in 2020, making it a globally celebrated anniversary.

Looking at society, the government has raised its target for direct investment in Japan and has positioned the attraction of digital nomads within its action plan to invite talent and capital from overseas. The operation of the "Digital Nomad Visa" residency status also began in March 2024, creating an environment where regions can collaborate with global cross-border talent.

On the other hand, even if regions wish for people to "come," there are still few "entry points" in urban areas where they can directly meet overseas talent and digital nomads, and encounters are often fragmented. To address these challenges, ELENTO and Linnas Design have been holding monthly digital nomad meetups in Tokyo since February 2024, creating over 500 encounters to date. This event is an extension of these efforts, creating a place for regions and nomads to meet face-to-face on the commemorative day of August 8.

About This Event

The event will begin with a morning coffee time called "Digital Nomads Morning Coffee Chat," followed by "Skill Share" during the day where nomads share their skills with each other, and "Local Pitch" where regions from all over Japan convey their appeal to nomads. In the evening, "Digital Nomads Japan meetup" will be held to connect people across borders.

【Overview】

Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026, 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM (Program-dependent start and end times)

Content: Morning Coffee Networking / Skill Share Workshop / Local Pitch / Digital Nomad Meetup

Location: S-Tokyo (16-5 Nihonbashi-Koamicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)

Participation Fee:

Daytime Programs: Free (Note: Co-working space and cafe usage is subject to S-Tokyo's regulations)

Digital Nomad Meetup: ¥1,000 (includes one drink)

Organizers: ELENTO LLC, Linnas Design Inc.

Cooperation: Japan Digital Nomad Association

*Content is subject to change without notice.

*Accommodation and transportation must be arranged by participants.

*Media coverage and filming on the day are welcome.

Main Programs

1 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Digital Nomads Morning Coffee Chat

Start with casual networking over coffee.

Details & Registration: https://www.meetup.com/tokyo-digital-nomads/events/315585356/

2 Daytime (approx. 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM) Skill Share Networking / Local Pitch

"Skill Share Networking" where digital nomads open up their diverse skills and knowledge to regions, and "Local Pitch" (1 organization: 3 minutes pitch + 3 minutes Q&A) where regional players working on attracting and accepting digital nomads present the appeal of their areas. Regions from all over Japan, including Shimoda and Kanazawa, are scheduled to present.

Event Page: https://www.meetup.com/tokyo-digital-nomads/events/

*This will redirect to the Digital Nomans Japan page.

*The timetable and presenting regions will be announced on the event page once confirmed.

3 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Digital Nomads Japan meetup (Networking Event)

An evening where serendipity intersects. At the end of the day, regional players and nomads from around the world gather.

Participation Fee: ¥1,000 (includes one drink)

Details & Registration: https://www.meetup.com/tokyo-digital-nomads/events/315585342/

Seeking Regions for Local Pitch and Collaboration

We are seeking regional players (municipalities, regional organizations, businesses, etc.) to present their "Local Pitch" at this event.

Additionally, from September to November 2026, we will hold "Digital Nomads Japan Meetup ~Glocal Thursdays in Tokyo~ (Meetups every Thursday connecting regions and global nomads)" every Thursday at S-Tokyo in Tokyo. During this period, collaborative regions will have the opportunity to host events as "one-day managers" of the meetups and conduct local pitches. Why not introduce your region directly to digital nomads from around the world gathered in Tokyo?

Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH9lDDM1AErjqZsTuRqv1vYnf5LNPs-f_0n-4TdkHHOGdxjw/viewform

Inquiries: [email protected]

*For those wishing to present a Local Pitch on August 8, please apply by Friday, July 24.

*The schedule for "Digital Nomads Japan Meetup ~Glocal Thursdays in Tokyo~" to be held from September to November may be subject to change.

Organizer Comments

Elena Tsukada, Representative, ELENTO LLC

When we started Digital Nomads Japan Meetup with S-Tokyo in February 2024, there was no place in Tokyo where digital nomads visiting from around the world could consistently gather, nor were there any meetups. We ourselves are regional players working on attracting nomads in Shimoda and Kanazawa, and we are also digital nomads who travel the world. From the beginning, our goal has been to support the creation of global related populations in regions, starting from Tokyo as an entry point. Now in our third year, with over 50 events held and more than 500 participants, our community has grown to about 1,000 members, which we are truly delighted about. This August 8 event is a day to bring that vision to life. We hope that not only those living in Tokyo but also everyone working on creating global related populations in their regions will enjoy this event.

【About Linnas Design Inc.】

Linnas Design is a hospitality company based in Kanazawa, Hokuriku. With the mission "To create new scenes in cities through the power of hospitality," we develop hospitality spaces, including hotels, in various regions of Japan and around the world. https://www.linnasdesign.com/

【About ELENTO LLC】

ELENTO LLC is a glocal communication agency originating from the regions, founded in 2020 in Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, a city known for its opening to the world. Our mission is to connect regions and the world through communication and bring about positive social change. Based on this mission, we engage in various PR/promotion and glocal produce businesses. We are working from the regions to create a global related population that transcends language barriers, aiming to foster "friendships" between people living in numerous regions of Japan and overseas digital nomads. For more details, please visit our website. URL: https://elento.jp/jp