​"Design Matters x Spectrum Tokyo" is an event held the day before the global design conference Design Matters 26, which will be held on November 14&15. This event is a special collaboration between Design Matters and Spectrum Tokyo.

​As a pre-event for Design Matters 26, we will host a meetup with speakers and participants, and also open the event to those without tickets to the main conference.

​The event will include Lightning Talks and mingle time for attendees to enjoy the night and look forward to the 2-day conference to follow.

​🎪 Design Matters x Spectrum Tokyo

​Date: November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 19:00-21:30 (18:45 Doors Open)
Venue: Assured, Inc. (Visional Group) / Google Maps
Shibuya AXSH, 17F, 2-17-1 Shibuya, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002, Japan
Language: English
Tickets:

• ​Early-bird: ¥1,000

• ​Regular: ¥2,000

​🎤 Lightning Talks (5 min each)

​Talk Theme

​Tell us about your latest passion in Design

​Speakers

​To be Announced

​*We are currently looking for speakers to join the event. If you are interested, please fill out the form below and our team will reach out to you. Open Google Form

​Facilitator

​Ryo Sampei｜Spectrum Tokyo – Producer / Design Matters - Organizer ｜Linkedin

​📝 Program

​18:45 - Doors Open
19:00 - Introduction
19:10 - Mingle Time
19:25 - Lightning Talks
19:45 - Mingle Time
20:05 - Lightning Talks
20:25 - Mingle Time
20:45 - Lightning Talks
21:05 - Mingle Time
21:30 Closing / Goodbye

​⚠️ Important Information

​Doors Open at 6:45 PM
Please note that entry will not be permitted before 6:45 PM.

​No Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the office premises.

​Networking & Community
This event is all about connecting with new people and engaging in meaningful conversations. Our team will do our best to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable meeting others. We encourage all attendees to join in, introduce themselves, and help make this a great networking experience!

​Cancellations & Refunds If you need to cancel your registration, please contact us via Luma or email us at info@spectrumtokyo.com at least two days before the event. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate cancellations or issue refunds after this deadline.

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​Code of Conduct Before attending, please take a moment to review Spectrum Tokyo's Code of Conduct.