Hayabusa Symposium 2026 Home Program Registration Overview Scope Topics Register Schedule Gallery Access Organizers Contact 13th Symposium of 13th Symposium of Solar System MaterialsSolar System Materials November 24–27, 2026November 24–27, 2026 JAXA Sagamihara Campus, JAPANJAXA Sagamihara Campus, JAPAN Overview Hayabusa 2026 will be held on 24–27 November 2026 on-site at the JAXA Sagamihara Campus and online. Let’s enjoy discussing the exciting results and ongoing research in Solar System science. We look forward to seeing you at the symposium! Date November 24–27, 2026 Format Hybrid (in-person & online) Venue Conference Hall (Room 1236), 2nd Floor, Research/Administration Building (Bldg. A), ISAS, JAXA Sagamihara Campus Events SOCIAL GATHERING, LAB TOUR The Symposium on Polar Science will be held separately on December 1–4, 2026 (NIPR, Tachikawa). More details here. Scope The Hayabusa Symposium 2026 brings together researchers studying extraterrestrial samples, focusing on Hayabusa, Hayabusa2, OSIRIS-REx, upcoming MMX, and the other future missions like NGSR. With Ryugu and Bennu samples now distributed to the scientific community worldwide, this symposium will explore cutting-edge research and foster collaboration. In addition, related studies with the results from remote-sensing and surface measurements by space missions, ground observations of primitive bodies and exoplanets, and numerical studies should be comparatively discussed. The other regular topics on any extraterrestrial materials and primitive bodies in the Solar System by theoretical, observational, and experimental studies, new methodology of analysis, and future space missions are highly welcomed! Invited Speakers To be announced Hiroshi Naraoka Kyushu University Tetsuya Yokoyama Institute of Science Tokyo Jamie Molaro Planetary Science Institute Keanna Jardine Arizona State University Masahiko Sato Tokyo University of Science Noriyuki Kawasaki Hokkaido University Toru Matsumoto Kyoto University Yuri Shimaki Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Topics We welcome contributions in the following scientific areas: New results from returned Sample Analysis: Itokawa, Ryugu, Bennu, ... Comparative studies of meteorites, IDPs: asteroid-meteorite connections Solar System Evolution: Theoretical, experimental, observational studies of primitive bodies Methodology & analytical techniques: New methods for sample analysis and observations Space Missions: Hayabusa, Hayabusa2, OSIRIS-REx, MMX, NGSR and others Curation Techniques: Contamination control, sample handling, storage methods, powdering methods Processes in samples: Aqueous alteration, space weathering, experimental simulations Community Infrastructure: Data sharing, publication practices, outreach activities Project: Ryugu reference project Register Important Dates Registration Opens July 25, 2026 Abstract Submission Deadline September 30, 2026 Registration Deadline November 13, 2026 Program release October 13, 2026 Abstracts release (for attendees only) November 4, 2026 Registration Guidelines Participation Fee: Free of charge Registration is required for all participants, including online attendees. Presenters must submit an abstract, and this submission also serves as their registration. No separate registration form is required. Abstract format: 2-page PDF in English (maximum file size: 5 MB) Registration Only (no presentation)Registration Only (no presentation) Registration & Abstract SubmissionRegistration & Abstract Submission Presenter Guidelines Oral Presentations Presentation time: 15 minutes total, including Q&A (It is subject to change once the program has been finalized) Available to both on-site and online participants Detailed instructions on presentation logistics will be provided closer to the symposium date Poster Presentations On-site only Posters will be displayed on A0-size panels Presenters are expected to be available during the designated poster session to discuss their work Schedule To be anounced Past abstracts can be accessed here. Gallery Photos from past Hayabusa Symposium and related activities Photo Gallery. Access 3-1-1 Yoshinodai, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-5210, Japan Map and Directions Recommended nearby accommodations (external links) ISAS Lodge (for researchers) Toyoko Inn Fuchinobe Station South Exit HOTEL LiVEMAX BUDGET Sagamihara APA Hotel Sagamihara Kobuchi Ekimae Rembrandt Hotel Tokyo Machida Organizers Scientific Organizing Committee (SOC) To be announced Local Organizing Committee (LOC) Astromaterials Science Research Group (ISAS/JAXA) Contact If you have any questions, please contact: Email: [email protected] Contact: [email protected] © Astromaterials Science Research Group, ISAS, JAXA