For researchers, the Winter Break (January & February) is an ideal time to combine academic productivity with unique travel experiences. 2026 offers an exceptional lineup of international conferences in Japan and South Korea, set in destinations famous for their winter charm—from the powder snow of Hokkaido to the Olympic ski slopes of PyeongChang.
Here are the top 3 recommended conferences for Winter 2026 that offer stable Ei Compendex or Scopus indexing.
1. Korea: ICACT 2026 - The "Ski Resort" Conference
The 28th International Conference on Advanced Communications Technology (ICACT) is a legendary event in the Korean academic calendar. Held annually at the Phoenix Park Ski Resort (venue of the 2018 Winter Olympics), it allows attendees to enjoy world-class skiing between sessions.
• Conference: 2026 28th International Conference on Advanced Communications Technology
• Abbreviation: ICACT 2026
• Date: February 8-11, 2026
• Location: Phoenix Park, PyeongChang, South Korea
• Focus: Wireless Communications, IoT, Blockchain, AI in Network Security.
• Indexing: Scopus and Ei Compendex (Historically stable).
• Why Submit: It is one of the few conferences where "Skiing" is an unofficial part of the program. Perfect for a winter getaway.
• Official Website: https://www.icact.org/
2. Japan: ICMLSC 2026 - Machine Learning in Osaka
For those focused on AI and Soft Computing, ICMLSC in Osaka is a perfect technical fit. Scheduled for early February, it avoids the New Year rush but captures the beauty of Japan's winter.
• Conference: 2026 10th International Conference on Machine Learning and Soft Computing
• Abbreviation: ICMLSC 2026
• Date: February 4-6, 2026
• Location: Osaka, Japan
• Focus: Deep Learning, Intelligent Systems, Neural Networks, Image Processing.
• Publication: Springer CCIS (Communications in Computer and Information Science).
• Indexing: Ei Compendex and Scopus.
• Travel Tip: Osaka is known as "Japan's Kitchen." Enjoy hot Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki to warm up after the sessions.
• Official Website: https://icmlsc.org/
3. Japan: AEIT 2026 - EdTech in Snowy Sapporo
If you want to experience the true "Winter Wonderland" of Japan, Sapporo (Hokkaido) is the place. AEIT 2026 takes place in late January, just before the famous Sapporo Snow Festival.
• Conference: 2026 7th International Conference on Advances in Education and Information Technology
• Abbreviation: AEIT 2026
• Date: January 23-25, 2026
• Location: Sapporo, Japan
• Focus: E-Learning, AI in Education, Educational Software, Blended Learning.
• Publication: Springer LNET (Lecture Notes in Educational Technology).
• Indexing: Scopus, ACM Digital Library, and INSPEC.
• Why Submit: Sapporo in January is magical. You can visit Otaru Canal or go skiing in nearby Niseko after the conference.
• Official Website: https://www.aeit.net/
Submission Timeline (Don't Miss Out)
To attend these Jan/Feb 2026 conferences, you must act fast. The typical timeline is:
• Abstract/Full Paper Deadline: September - November 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: December 2025
• Registration Deadline: Late December 2025
Winter Travel Tips
1. Visa: Apply for your South Korea or Japan visa in November 2025. Winter slots fill up quickly due to tourism.
2. Clothing: PyeongChang and Sapporo are extremely cold (-10°C to -5°C). Bring heavy down jackets, thermal layers, and snow boots.
3. Flights: Book flights to Incheon (ICN) for PyeongChang (take the KTX train) or New Chitose (CTS) for Sapporo.
