AVTOKYO2026
Overview
A community security conference running since 2008 under the motto "no drink, no hack." Held in a Shibuya nightclub, it is known for its unique style where hackers from Japan and abroad mingle over drinks. Talks center on edgy topics from cloud attack techniques to OSINT and physical security, and the event has carved out its own place broadcasting Japan's hacker culture to the world. The 2026 edition runs for a half day on November 21.
Foundation
- Founded
- 2008
- Founder
- AVTOKYO Executive Committee (led by tessy)
Opened to the public in 2008 as a one-day short conference anyone can join. It aims to raise skills through relaxed exchange between participants, speakers, and the international community, with its own culture of merch, a Discord community, and contests.
Transition
- 2008 Launched as a one-day security conference open to the public
- 2024 AVTOKYO2024 held in Shibuya on November 16
- 2025 AVTOKYO2025 held at TK NIGHTCLUB Shibuya on November 23
- 2026 AVTOKYO2026 planned for November 21 at the same venue
Voices
The unique vibe of listening to security talks over drinks in a club, and the closeness among attendees, left a strong impression (from balius's report, in Japanese)
An X-post roundup of AVTOKYO2024 recalling the venue atmosphere, including an energy-drink exchange (from organizer tessy's posfie roundup, in Japanese)
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