U.S.-Japan Space Forum in Texas 2026

About this event

Getting to space is only the beginning. As the United States and Japan advance their ambitions in low Earth orbit and on the lunar surface, the next great challenge lies in developing the infrastructure necessary to support human life and sustained operations beyond Earth.

The 2026 U.S.-Japan Space Forum in Texas will convene leaders from government, industry, and academia to explore the technologies and partnerships essential to meeting this challenge.

Key themes include:

• Environmental control and life support systems, including air and water recycling

• Thermal management, power generation, and energy infrastructure

• Communications, transportation, and mobility beyond Earth

• Space habitation, food production, and human health

• Robotics, automation, and emerging space technologies

• Opportunities for U.S.-Japan collaboration and commercial innovation

Building on the longstanding partnership between NASA and JAXA, the Forum will examine how American and Japanese expertise can help transform space exploration into sustained human activity.

Hear from representatives of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, DASSAI, DAIKIN, Starlab, and Mandala Space Ventures as they share perspectives on the innovations and opportunities shaping humanity's future in space.

Join us in advancing the next frontier of U.S.-Japan space cooperation. A networking reception will follow the program, offering an opportunity to connect with speakers, industry leaders, and fellow participants.

This program is FREE with advance registration. Space is limited, and registration is required.

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PRESENTERS & PANELISTS

• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

• DASSAI

• DAIKIN

• Starlab

• Mandala Space Ventures

MODERATOR

• Dr. David Alexander | Director, Rice Space Institute

The 2026 U.S.-Japan Space Forum in Texas is co-presented by:

• Japan-America Society of Houston

• Consulate-General of Japan in Houston

Support for the 2026 U.S.-Japan Space Forum in Texas is provided by:

• JAXA

• Rice Space Institute