Tokyo Comic Con 2026: Dec 11-13 at Makuhari Messe
Tokyo Comic Con 2026 runs Dec 11-13 at Makuhari Messe near Tokyo. Hollywood guest signings, screen-used props and a huge cosplay scene, with paid single- and multi-day passes — verified access and photo/autograph booking tips.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/12/11 10:00 – 2026/12/13
- Where
- Makuhari Messe（2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba）
- City
- Tokyo
- Getting there
- About a 5-minute walk from Kaihin-Makuhari Station (JR Keiyo Line).
- Price
- Paid: single-day and multi-day passes (prices vary by year).
- Organizer
- Tokyo Comic Con Organizing Committee
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- About a 5-minute walk from Kaihin-Makuhari Station (JR Keiyo Line). Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
- Paying
- Paid: single-day and multi-day passes (prices vary by year).. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- anime fans, groups of friends, art lovers
Highlights
- Celebrity guests from film and TV with autograph and photo sessions
- Screen-used props, cars and exhibits
- A massive cosplay scene and pop-culture merch
Background & story
Launched in 2016 with the support of the late Stan Lee, Tokyo Comic Con blends the global Comic Con format with Japanese pop culture.
Good to know
Celebrity autograph and photo slots sell out fast and are priced separately — book those online before the doors open.
Frequently asked questions
- How much are Tokyo Comic Con 2026 tickets?
- 2026 pricing hasn't been announced yet (as of the official April 2026 date/venue announcement). For reference, 2025 single-day admission was ¥5,500 in advance (¥5,900 same-day), with a 3-day pass at ¥9,900 — check tokyocomiccon.jp once 2026 prices are released.
- Do I need to book celebrity autograph or photo sessions separately?
- Yes — celebrity autograph and photo-op tickets are sold separately from general admission and typically sell out within minutes on a first-come, first-served basis. Book online as soon as sales open rather than waiting until the day.
- Can attendees cosplay at Tokyo Comic Con?
- Yes — unlike Comiket, which is largely for doujin creators, Tokyo Comic Con welcomes cosplay from any franchise, including Western comics, games and tokusatsu. Free on-site cosplay registration is required for costumes with masks, weapons, or capes/robes.