FAQ

What is the format of KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Japan 2026 and when will it take place?

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Japan 2026 will take place in person from July 28-30. The event will deliver content over two days, including keynotes, conference sessions across 10+ tracks, tutorials, and networking options. CNCF-hosted co-located events will take place on July 28 (Tuesday).

Is there a virtual component to the event?

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Japan 2026 does not have a virtual component. All breakout and keynote session recordings will be publicly available on the CNCF YouTube channel for anyone that is unable to attend.

What is the value of participating in this event?

We believe everyone will find value in joining us for the high-quality content that is expected from a KubeCon + CloudNativeCon event. Our open source communities inspire us to be resilient – to adapt and thrive with speed and consideration, immersed in the goal of bringing together a distributed group of people from around the globe. It’s in the DNA of the open source community to connect, learn and collaborate, therefore, what better place to do so than one of the premier open source developer conferences in the world?

Will you have vegan / gluten-free / dairy-free / Kosher / Halal, etc. meals available onsite?

We account for a portion of attendees that need vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals – these are typically readily available at all snack breaks, lunches, and receptions. No special order is required and you can indicate your preference/need during registration.

For those that need a special order meal such as Kosher or Halal, we do ask that you contact us so that we may place these orders in advance of the event. Most catering companies are unable to prepare/order these types of meals on the day they are needed as they are made in offsite kitchens.

Note that we are also a peanut-free event. If you have another severe food allergy, please contact us. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your need(s).

Will all sessions be recorded?

Yes! All sessions will be uploaded to the CNCF YouTube channel within 2 weeks of the event so they are accessible to anyone, anywhere.

How can I communicate with other attendees?

For networking, attendees can engage through the #hallway channel on Slack, which serves as a general attendee chat platform. You can join the CNCF Slack workspace using the following link: CNCF Slack Workspace.

Do you have any volunteer opportunities available?

Thank you for your interest in attending and volunteering at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon. We do not have any volunteer positions available, however, we encourage you to apply for a scholarship. Anyone may apply for the registration scholarship and/or travel funding. In addition, we offer an academic rate for current full-time students and faculty/staff members.

Can I bring my child with me to my session?

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon is a professional conference. If you’d like to bring your child to a session or two for a special reason (e.g. family/friend is speaking, interest in the subject) we will allow an exception but we ask for respect of the other attendees and their onsite experience. If needed, we do offer onsite child care. Please note that you must sign your child up in advance and sign-ups do close approximately one month in advance of the event.

What is the cost for the event and how do I register?

There are registration options fit for all!

Passes are available at early bird, standard, and late pricing tiers. See below or visit the Registration page for more details on Corporate, Individual, and Academic registration types. Group discounts are also available!

What is the difference between the Corporate / Individual / Academic pass types?

The “corporate” registration type is for attendees whose company is paying for attendance to KubeCon + CloudNativeCon. This includes for-profit companies and government employees. You will help keep the conference affordable for everyone, especially students and those needing financial aid.

The “individual” registration type is solely for registrants who are currently not working for a company, work for a non-profit, or are attending in person at their own expense (i.e. not funded by a company). You will receive confirmation within five business days of registering if your Individual registration is approved or needs additional information.

The “academic” registration type is for current full-time students and faculty/staff members. Full-time faculty/staff and students will need to upload a valid copy of their Faculty or Student ID when registering.

Learn more about the available registration types.

I am a full-time student but don’t have a student ID. How can I register for the Academic pass type?

To verify student status for academic registration, we accept any official document that confirms full-time enrollment at a university. This can include:

• A current and valid student ID card (if available)
• An admissions letter or proof of enrollment from the university
• Any other official document issued by the institution that confirms full-time student status.

Are co-located events included in the price of my registration?

No, co-located events are not included in the price of registration. Learn more about CNCF-hosted co-located events registration.

If you are registered for KubeCon + CloudNativeCon, you can sign into your registration using your confirmation number to add co-located events to your registration. You can find your confirmation number in your confirmation email or by clicking on the Cvent login page requesting to have your confirmation number emailed to you.

Are Day Passes available?

At this time, we do not offer a Day Pass option.

Are Guest Passes available?

At this time, we are unable to offer guest passes or visitor passes for access to the event. Due to our security and access policies, all attendees must be registered and obtain a conference badge to enter any part of the conference venue.

I need to cancel my registration. Can I get a refund?

Refunds will only be issued for cancellations received by 2026 July 15, two weeks prior to the main event start date (including bulk ticket invoice requests, co-located events, and add-ons), and will appear as a credit on the card’s statement 7-10 business days after cancellation. Refunds can only be issued on the car the original payment was made.

Please note that all refunds are subject to a 6% processing fee.

If I cannot attend the event, can I substitute someone from my company to attend in my place?

Yes, you can transfer your pass to another person at your company if you are unable to attend. If you need to modify, substitute, or cancel your registration, sign into your registration using your confirmation number. You can find your confirmation number in your confirmation email or by clicking on the Cvent login page requesting to have your confirmation number emailed to you.

Where can I find my invoice? Where do I get a group invoice?

The invoice download link is located under the Payment Receipt Information section of your registration confirmation email.

Should you need a group registration invoice receipt, please submit a request.

Can CNCF send me an invitation letter for the conference as proof for my visa?

We do offer visa invitation letters to attendees that are registered to attend an event. Provision of a visa letter by The Linux Foundation does not guarantee visa approval, which is made at the sole discretion of the government of the event’s host country. We suggest reaching out to your local embassy or consulate to see if there is enough time to receive a visa letter before the event.

How can I show that I attended the event?

A Certificate of Attendance can be downloaded directly from your LFX dashboard by navigating to the “Past Events” section in the LF Events column. Please note that we verify attendance through the registration system, and certificates will only be available for download after the event is completed.

I’d like to attend the event but can’t afford it. Do you offer any assistance?

Yes! The Cloud Native Computing Foundation is proud to offer registration scholarships and travel funding.

For all session or speaker-related questions, please contact [email protected].

For anyone interested in sponsoring a CNCF event, contact [email protected]. If you are with a confirmed sponsor company and have questions, contact [email protected].