Tokyo Game Show
Asia's biggest gaming expo at Makuhari Messe, with hands-on demos of upcoming titles, cosplay and the latest hardware.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/09/19 01:00 – 2026/09/21
- Where
- Makuhari Messe, Chiba（2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba）
- City
- Tokyo
- Getting there
- Walk from Kaihimmakuhari Stn (JR Keiyo Line)
- Price
- Public-day tickets sold in advance; business days are trade-only
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Walk from Kaihimmakuhari Stn (JR Keiyo Line) Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
- Paying
- Public-day tickets sold in advance; business days are trade-only. 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
- groups of friends, solo-goers, music fans
Highlights
- Playable demos of upcoming games
- Huge cosplay and stage areas
- Indie Game and merchandise zones
Background & story
Held since 1996 and organized by CESA, Tokyo Game Show is one of the world's largest video-game trade and consumer shows.
Good to know
Public days are September 19-21 in 2026 — buy timed tickets online ahead, and expect long lines for popular demos.