The 48th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure【Hokkaido】
The 48th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure will take place September 16–17, 2027, at New Otani Inn Sapporo in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. The meeting theme is “Advancing Team-Based Care in Pediatric and Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Renal Failure and Passing It on to the Next Generation.” The meeting president is Dr. Kiyohiko Hotta of the Department of Urology, Hokkaido University Faculty of Medicine. Relevant scientific areas include pediatric chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney transplantation, dialysis, congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT), and transitional care. The meeting aims to advance renal failure research and healthcare for children, adolescents and young adults. Corporate sponsorship and exhibition applications are open.
Meeting Theme and Objectives
Advancing Team-Based Care in Pediatric and Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Renal Failure and Passing It on to the Next Generation
Japanese theme: 小児・AYA世代腎不全医療におけるチーム医療の発展と継承. The English theme is a translation of the official Japanese wording.
The Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure is a scientific organization dedicated to improving research and healthcare for renal failure in children, adolescents and young adults (AYA). Its activities include scientific meetings, journal publication and collaboration with relevant institutions to advance renal failure care.
Beyond preserving kidney function and providing kidney replacement therapy, pediatric renal failure care addresses growth and development, long-term outcomes, quality of life and a smooth transition to adult healthcare. This year’s theme relates to multidisciplinary collaboration among pediatricians, nephrologists, urologists, transplantation specialists and nursing professionals, as well as transferring clinical knowledge and experience to the next generation.
Official information: 48th Annual Meeting Overview (Japanese) / JSPRF Statutes (Japanese)
48th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure: Event Information
- Official Japanese Name: 第48回日本小児腎不全学会学術集会
- English Name: The 48th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure (English rendering based on the society’s official English name).
- Dates: September 16–17, 2027 (Thursday–Friday).
- Venue: New Otani Inn Sapporo.
- Address: 1-1 Kita 2-jo Nishi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0002, Japan.
- Organizer: Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure (JSPRF).
- Meeting Format: A physical venue has been announced. Online streaming and hybrid participation arrangements have not been confirmed.
- Meeting Theme: Advancing Team-Based Care in Pediatric and Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Renal Failure and Passing It on to the Next Generation (English translation).
Official information: Official Meeting Website (Japanese) / JSPRF Upcoming Annual Meetings (Japanese)
Meeting Organization
Meeting President: Dr. Kiyohiko Hotta (Department of Urology, Hokkaido University Faculty of Medicine)
According to his official university profile, Dr. Hotta is an associate professor specializing in kidney transplantation and vascular surgery. His research experience includes transplant immunology and the induction of immune tolerance. He is also involved in transitional care for patients with pediatric chronic kidney disease.
- Meeting Secretariat: Department of Urology, Hokkaido University Faculty of Medicine.
- Address: Kita 15-jo Nishi 7-chome, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-8638, Japan.
- Administrative Secretariat: Route CFPRO LLC (ルートCFPRO合同会社).
- Address: Carney Place Sendai Ekimae-dori 603, 1-5-28 Honcho, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-0014, Japan.
- Email: jsprf48@rcfpro.jp
Official information: Meeting Organization and Secretariat (Japanese) / Hokkaido University: Dr. Kiyohiko Hotta Faculty Profile (Japanese)
Key Research Areas and Highlights
The following are representative research and clinical areas relevant to pediatric renal failure care and the society’s activities. They do not constitute a confirmed session list for the 48th annual meeting.
- Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Causes of kidney dysfunction, prevention of disease progression, kidney function assessment and long-term patient management.
- Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT): Developmental abnormalities of the kidneys and urinary tract, renal malformations and associated kidney dysfunction.
- Kidney Transplantation and Transplant Immunology: Pediatric kidney transplantation, graft function, rejection, immunosuppressive therapy and long-term transplant outcomes.
- Kidney Replacement Therapy: Hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and dialysis protocols and treatment management appropriate for pediatric patients.
- Growth, Development and Complication Management: Nutrition, growth impairment, renal anemia, and mineral and bone disorders.
- Transitional Care and Team-Based Healthcare: Transition from pediatric to adult healthcare, support for AYA patients, multidisciplinary collaboration and the transfer of clinical knowledge and experience.
- Basic and Clinical Kidney Disease Research: Molecular mechanisms of kidney injury, renal biomarkers, renal pathology, genetic analysis and therapeutic development.
Pharma Nexus highlights: Relevant research technologies include biomarker assays, immunohistochemistry, digital pathology, spatial proteomics, kidney organoids, cell culture and genetic analysis. These technologies are particularly relevant to investigations into immune responses after kidney transplantation and renal tissue pathology. They are related technologies, not confirmed presentations or products to be exhibited at the 48th annual meeting.
Official information: Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure (Japanese) / Hokkaido University Department of Urology: Research Publications (Japanese)
Call for Abstracts and Research Presentations
As of November 13, 2026, details of general abstract submissions, including submission dates, procedures, presenter eligibility and abstract requirements for the 48th annual meeting, have not been confirmed on the official meeting website.
- Abstract Submission Opening Date: Under preparation.
- Abstract Submission Deadline: Under preparation.
- Eligibility and Abstract Requirements: Under preparation.
- Presentation Formats and Acceptance Notifications: Details not confirmed.
The society publishes rules governing scientific presentations. Researchers planning to submit abstracts should consult these rules and the official submission guidelines for the 48th annual meeting.
Official information: 48th Annual Meeting Official Website (Japanese) / JSPRF Annual Meeting Information (Japanese)
Scientific Program and Schedule
The meeting theme has been announced. However, the detailed scientific program, special lectures, symposia, general presentations and educational activities have not been confirmed.
- Meeting Dates: September 16–17, 2027.
- Meeting Theme: Advancing Team-Based Care in Pediatric and Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Renal Failure and Passing It on to the Next Generation (English translation).
- Special Lectures, Symposia and General Presentations: Details not confirmed.
- Program and Timetable: Under preparation.
Please consult the forthcoming official program for individual sessions, speakers, presentation times and presentation formats.
Official information: 48th Annual Meeting Program and Updates (Japanese)
Registration and Fees
Registration opening dates, deadlines, participation fees and registration categories for the 48th annual meeting have not been confirmed on the official meeting website.
- Advance Registration: Under preparation.
- On-Site Registration: Details not confirmed.
- Registration Fees and Membership Categories: Under preparation.
- Student and Nonmember Participation Requirements: Under preparation.
- Online Participation and Accreditation Credits: Details not confirmed.
Please consult forthcoming official announcements for meeting registration, abstract submission and accommodation arrangements.
Official information: 48th Annual Meeting Registration and Updates (Japanese)
Corporate Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities (Applications Open)
The 48th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure is accepting applications for corporate exhibitions, co-sponsored seminars, program and abstract book advertising, website banner advertising, and video or still-image advertising between sessions.
- Co-Sponsored Seminars: Application deadline May 15, 2027 (Saturday).
- Corporate Exhibitions: Application deadline May 15, 2027 (Saturday).
- Program and Abstract Book Advertising: Application deadline May 15, 2027 (Saturday).
- Website Banner Advertising: Application deadline July 31, 2027 (Saturday).
- Intermission Video and Still-Image Advertising: Application deadline July 31, 2027 (Saturday).
- Application Procedure: Submit applications through the corresponding sponsorship forms on the official meeting website.
- Sponsorship Prospectus: Request a copy from the administrative secretariat by email.
Relevant Industries: Dialysis systems and consumables, kidney disease therapeutics, immunosuppressants, clinical laboratory instruments, diagnostic reagents, HLA testing, renal biomarker assays, pathology analysis, research instruments and reagents.
Exhibition fees, booth specifications, seminar sponsorship fees, exhibition dates and move-in and move-out requirements have not been confirmed on the publicly available website. Request the latest sponsorship prospectus to confirm formal requirements and availability.
Sponsorship Inquiries: Administrative Secretariat of the 48th JSPRF Annual Meeting (Route CFPRO LLC) / Email: jsprf48@rcfpro.jp
Official information: Corporate Sponsorship Information and Application Forms (Japanese)
Venue and Access
New Otani Inn Sapporo
1-1 Kita 2-jo Nishi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0002, Japan
Tel: +81-11-222-1111 (Hotel main number)
- JR Sapporo Station: 8 minutes on foot.
- Sapporo Subway Station, Namboku Line: 6 minutes on foot.
- Sapporo Subway Station, Toho Line: 3 minutes on foot.
- Sapporo Subway Station, Exit 22: 1 minute on foot (stairs only).
- Sapporo Subway Station, Exit 23: 3 minutes on foot (elevator available).
- New Chitose Airport to JR Sapporo Station: Approximately 40 minutes by JR train.
Travel times are estimates based on the hotel’s official access guide. Please consult forthcoming meeting announcements for specific conference rooms, registration locations and official accommodation packages.
Official information: New Otani Inn Sapporo Official Access Guide (Japanese)
Official Websites
48th JSPRF Annual Meeting Official Website and Sponsorship Information (Japanese)
JSPRF Upcoming Annual Meetings (Japanese)
Japanese Society for Pediatric Renal Failure (Japanese)
Meeting President: Dr. Kiyohiko Hotta Faculty Profile (Japanese)
New Otani Inn Sapporo Venue Access (Japanese)
Information checked November 13, 2026. Meeting information, the theme and sponsorship application details are based on the official 48th annual meeting website. Please consult the official website and administrative secretariat for the latest scientific program, abstract submissions, registration and sponsorship fees.
