The 2029 International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) General Session & Exhibition will take place in Yokohama from June 27 to June 30 that year, marking its return to Japan after 28 years. The event, organized in collaboration with the City of Yokohama and the Japan National Tourism Organization, is expected to attract around 5,000 participants, with approximately 4,750 coming from outside Japan. “I am delighted that Yokohama has been selected to host the IADR General Session,” said the fourth Japanese president of IADR, who held the position until June 2025. The conference aims to enhance collaboration between Japan and the global research community, showcasing the latest advancements in dental research and technology.