Event Overview The first conference in Japan dedicated to ice hockey, 'Unite Hockey Summit 2026', will be held on July 12, 2026, at Incubation CANVAS TOKYO in Kyobashi Edogrand. The event aims to create a venue where coaches, players, parents, and industry stakeholders from across the country can meet, learn, and collaborate to shape the future of Japanese ice hockey.

Background In Japan, access to the latest global developments, coaching strategies, and training methodologies in ice hockey is limited. Additionally, practical resources for players aspiring to compete internationally are scarce. This summit was designed to bridge these gaps by introducing international knowledge, enhancing the quality of coaching, improving youth development environments, and supporting players' overseas ambitions.

Details - Date & Time: July 12, 2026, 11:00 - 19:00 - Venue: Incubation CANVAS TOKYO (29F, Kyobashi Edogrand, 2-2-1 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) - Content: Talk sessions, exhibition booths, individual consultation sessions - Target Audience: Coaches, parents, players, and relevant stakeholders

Key Features 1. Talk Sessions: A total of 10 sessions covering diverse topics such as youth development, overseas study, and AI-based data analysis. 2. Exhibition Booths: Companies showcasing ice hockey gear, custom goods, and health products. 3. Individual Consultations: 20-minute sessions where professional Japanese players and top domestic coaches act as mentors. Exclusive to VIP ticket holders.

Scheduled Speakers - Yuki Miura (Yokohama GRITS) - Kohei Sato (Diables Rouges de Briançon) - Akane Shiga (Japan National Team, Milano Cortina Olympics) - Haruka Toko (Japan National Team, Milano Cortina Olympics) - Keigo Minoshima (Yokohama GRITS)

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