SotM Asia 2026 Osaka

OpenStreetMap Conference in Asia

State of the Map Asia 2026 Osaka

A regional gathering for mappers, researchers, and open geodata practitioners across Asia.

September 6 (Sun) - 7 (Mon), 2026 Nakazakichō, Kita-ku, Osaka

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Zoom Webinar access information

We have just emailed the Zoom Webinar URLs directly to all speakers. Speakers, please check your inbox. General attendees can join using the Zoom Webinar URL below. If a speaker joins through the attendee URL, we can still promote them to panelist, so either URL is fine. Happy Mapping!

Join the Zoom Webinar

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Crisis Mapping Mapathon for beginner mappers on Day 1

In addition to the four mapping parties on SotM Asia Day 1 tomorrow, we will hold a Crisis Mapping Mapathon mainly for beginner mappers from Japan at AManTo Cafe 2F and online from 13:00 to 17:00 JST. The online core time is 13:30–14:30 JST. Focusing on flood-affected areas of Nepal, the event supports the development of remote volunteers who can update maps during disasters. We warmly invite you to join us.

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Join the public group chat for SotM Asia participants

We have created a public WhatsApp group chat for SotM Asia participants. Join the conversation to connect and share information with other attendees.

Join the group chat

Urgent News

Urgent Call for Travel Grant Applications, SotM Asia 2026 Osaka

Applications are now open and will close on September 6 at 23:59:59 JST. Recipients will be announced at SotM Asia on September 7. We will make every effort to ensure a fair process and give as many people as possible an opportunity. Please check this official website frequently for the latest information.

Apply for the Travel Grant

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First-come registration open for the final Day 2 LT slots

Applications are now open on a first-come, first-served basis for the remaining Lightning Talk slots at the end of Day 2.

Apply for a Lightning Talk
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3D Map Story

Overview

State of the Map Asia brings together communities to share practical mapping knowledge, humanitarian workflows, and open geospatial ideas.

Venue

Nakazakichō Hall / Salon de AManTo 天人 (Osaka)

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