Yoshiyuki Hagiwara of Global Graphics KK, representative for Hybrid Software in Japan, highlights two seminars and the key solutions that will be on display at the forthcoming page2026 exhibition, taking place from 18 – 20 February 2026 at the Sunshine City Convention Center in Tokyo.
This will be our 22nd consecutive participation at page since 2005, and this year the show will be the largest edition yet, with approximately 170 exhibitors, reflecting strong market recovery and renewed investment in high-speed digital and inkjet production technologies. For companies seeking practical solutions to improve productivity, color quality, and workflow efficiency, this exhibition provides an ideal opportunity to evaluate the latest developments and speak directly with our technical specialists.
At Booth D-41 (Global Graphics KK), we’ll showcase solutions from Hybrid Software’s OEM, color, and labels & packaging divisions. Visitors will be able to see and discuss:
- High-performance RIP (raster image processing) and DFE (digital front end) solutions for single-pass inkjet systems
- Fully GPU-native rendering technology for dramatically faster processing
- Advanced color management and spot color reproduction using spectral data and extended-gamut workflows
- End-to-end automation from variable data generation through imposition, RIP, and output
Key products on display will include Harlequin Core™, SmartDFE™, Apex™ (GPU-native RIP), SmartRIP™, ColorAnt, CoPrA, ZePrA, and STEPZ. Together, these solutions address critical production challenges such as throughput, color consistency, scalability, and integration into smart-factory environments.
In addition, we will participate in two technical seminars in Exhibition Hall B:
Thursday, 19th February 2026 | 14:50 – 15:20 hrs
Practical Solutions for Spectral-Based Spot Color Reproduction with CxF/X-4 and High-Speed VDP Processing
This seminar consists of two parts and explains practical approaches to achieving both high color accuracy and high-speed VDP processing in high-speed, single-pass inkjet printing.
In Part 1, we discuss the value of using DeviceLink profiles in extended-gamut printing and explain the benefits and migration outlook of adopting CxF/X-4 to improve color reproduction for spot colors, extended-gamut printing, and overprinting.
In Part 2, we introduce our solutions for on-the-fly RIP processing of variable data on high-speed printers, cost-effective solutions optimized for portion-based VDP, and efficient methods for generating VDP jobs.
Friday, 20th February 2026 | 15:40 – 16:10 hrs
SmartDFE and GPU-Native RIPs Delivering High-Speed VDP Processing for Diverse Printing Systems
This seminar is also structured in two parts. In Part 1, we explain how SmartDFE can flexibly and rapidly adapt to a wide range of engine specifications and characteristics of high-speed, single-pass inkjet printing systems, focusing on its characterization support features.
In Part 2, we present live demonstrations of the fully GPU-native RIP Apex and the brand-new SmartRIP, showcasing the latest technology that completes most rendering processes on the GPU to dramatically accelerate RIP performance.
Exhibition Information
- Dates: Wednesday, February 18 – Friday, February 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Venue: Sunshine City Convention Center
3-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-8630 - Our Booth: Exhibition Hall D (Cultural Center, 2nd floor), Booth No. D-41
Seminar information
The seminar venue is Exhibition Hall B (Cultural Center, 4th floor). As the seminars are held inside the page2026 exhibition venue, admission to the exhibition is required. Admission is generally free, however visitors without prior registration or an invitation ticket will need to purchase an admission ticket priced at JPY 1,000. To ensure smooth entry, we recommend registering for page2026 in advance.
No advance registration is required for the seminars, and anyone may attend free of charge.
I look forward to meeting you at page2026!
About the author
In 2003, Yoshiyuki Hagiwara founded Global Graphics Co., Ltd., the Japanese subsidiary of Global Graphics Software Ltd. He currently serves as an ambassador for Hybrid Software Helix (formerly Global Graphics Software) and its parent company, Hybrid Software Group, introducing their technologies and products to the Japanese market. Through these activities, Yoshiyuki has cultivated in-depth knowledge of 3D simulation and color management, and also serves as a global business coordinator with an understanding of the differences between Japanese and Western corporate cultures. With a deep understanding of both hardware and software, Yoshiyuki Hagiwara leverages his unique technical expertise to serve as a bridge between domestic and international companies.
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