PyCon JP 2026 Call for Proposals

PyCon JP is the largest international Python conference in Japan.

Schedule:

Conference: August 21 (Fri) to August 22 (Sat), 2026
Sprint: August 23 (Sun), 2026 (tentative)

Venue: International Conference Center Hiroshima (https://www.pcf.city.hiroshima.jp/icch/)

We are now accepting talk proposals for PyCon JP 2026.

Whether you are a seasoned speaker or a first-timer, you are welcome. We want to hear about your experience, your perspective, and what you want to share with the community.

Important Notice

Each person may submit up to 2 proposals. Any submissions beyond the second will not be reviewed.

Call for Talks

We are calling for 30-minute talks, the main content of PyCon JP 2026. Presentations may be given in either English or Japanese.

What PyCon JP 2026 Values

At PyCon JP 2026, we value proposals that convey why you are the right person to give this talk, in this place.

If the goal were simply to share information, a blog post or video would suffice. But a conference brings speakers and attendees together in the same room — and that creates opportunities to exchange ideas, deepen understanding, and spark new connections.

That is why we would like your proposal to tell us:

How you have been involved with this topic
What you have learned or discovered through your own experience
What questions or discussions you would like to have with attendees

You are welcome to use AI tools when preparing your proposal. What matters most, however, is not the polish of the text, but your own experience, perspective, and reason for wanting to speak here.

Review Criteria

Every year, we receive more proposals than the number of available slots. Since not all can be accepted, PyCon JP takes responsibility for reviewing and selecting them. Reviews are conducted based on the following criteria. Please use these as a reference when applying.

Firsthand experience: Is the content based on the speaker's own concrete experience?
Originality: Does the proposal offer perspectives or insights beyond what is already available in existing documentation or blog posts?
Clarity: Are the content and goals of the talk communicated clearly?
Interactivity: Does the proposal demonstrate awareness of the value of presenting in person? Does it show consideration for discussion and engagement with attendees?
Relevance: Is the content valuable to the Python community?

If you are curious about what kinds of proposals get accepted, please check the presentations from previous PyCon JPs (e.g., presentations from 2025: https://2025.pycon.jp/ja/timetable).

Proposals are welcome regardless of experience level, from introductory to advanced topics. Please do not hesitate to apply just because you feel inexperienced. Attendees come from a wide range of backgrounds, and there will surely be someone interested in what you have to share.

How to Submit Proposals

You can submit proposals in the following 3 steps:

Click the button, "Submit a proposal" on the bottom of the page, fill out the proposal form in either Japanese or English.
Log in to Pretalx.
Press the Submit button to complete the application (changes are possible within the submission period).

The proposal form will ask for the following items:

Title
Category (choose one of the following 7)
- Application Development / AI and Machine Learning / Data Engineering and Analysis / Python Core and Ecosystem / Testing, Tools and DevOps / Community and Education / Others
Abstract (up to 800 characters)
Tell us about your own experience with this topic (up to 500 characters)
What discussions can you have with attendees through this talk? (up to 500 characters)
Audience experience level (choose one of the following 3)
- Beginner: Understandable with basic Python syntax. No prior knowledge of the topic required.
- Intermediate: Assumes audience has basic knowledge of the topic. Hands-on Python experience required.
- Advanced: Assumes audience has hands-on experience with the topic. Goes into specialized discussion.
Whether you can accommodate a 45-minute talk format (optional)
- The standard is 30 minutes, but depending on content and selection results, we may ask some speakers to give 45-minute talks (availability and count of 45-minute slots are TBD)
Whether this is your first time speaking at PyCon JP (optional)
Application for the Travel Grant (optional. See the "Travel Grant" section below for details)
Agreement to the PyCon JP Code of Conduct
Agreement to send submission content to LLM services (see the "Data Handling" section below for details)

Please read the PyCon JP Code of Conduct before applying.

Note:

Submissions can be written in Markdown.
Switch between Japanese and English using the language switch link at the top right of the proposal submission page.

Travel Grant

For speakers traveling from afar, PyCon JP 2026 plans to offer a support scheme for travel and accommodation expenses. If you would like to apply, please check the "Travel Grant" checkbox when submitting your proposal. Please note that checking this box does not guarantee support; decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis considering acceptance results and budget availability. Details will be announced later on the blog. For reference, see last year's support blog. The application method, amount, and number of recipients may change.

Data Handling

During the review process, submission content (title, abstract, and answers to questions) may be sent to external LLM services (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) for review assistance and translation. The data will only be used for the selection process and not for any other purpose. We ask for your consent when submitting.

Schedule

Submission Start Date: April 29, 2026
Submission End Date: May 31, 2026 (AoE Time)
Notification of Acceptance: Planned for early July

If you submit or modify proposals after the deadline, they will not be reviewed.

Other Notes

If submitting multiple proposals, please submit each separately.
Information included in the proposal will be made public to reviewers. If selected, the talk will also be made public on the PyCon JP 2026 site.
You do not need to use your real name. It will not be public to reviewers but may be referred to by staff. Names and biographies will be public on the PyCon JP 2026 site if selected.

FAQ

Q: How many proposals can I submit?
A: You may submit up to 2 proposals. Any submissions beyond the second will not be reviewed. Please submit each as a separate proposal.

Q: Do I need to write my proposal in both Japanese and English?
A: Either language is fine. If translation is needed for the review process, the organizing team will handle it.

Q: Are there any requirements for the language of presentation slides if accepted?
A: There are no specific requirements. However, since this is an international conference, we recommend including English slides alongside Japanese presentations to accommodate a wider audience.

Q: Does checking the Travel Grant box affect the review of my proposal?
A: No, it does not. Proposal review and Travel Grant decisions are made independently.