Best Gaming & Comics Trade Shows in Japan
5 tracked shows, ranked by exhibitor count
The Event Scout catalog currently lists 5 Gaming & Comics trade shows in Japan with editions in 2026 & 2027. Together they host an estimated 377 exhibitors, led by Leisure Japan 2026 (an estimated 300 exhibitors). Leading host venues include Pacifico Yokohama (Exhibition Halls A·B·C·D and Annex Hall), COEX (and Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas mentioned for 2027) and Makuhari Messe (International Conference Hall & International Exhibition Halls). Events run across 4 regions including Chiba Prefecture, Kanagawa Prefecture and Osaka Prefecture.
What counts as a Gaming & Comics trade show: Gaming & Comics trade shows and conventions cover interactive entertainment and fandom — video, computer and electronic games, esports, betting and amusement gaming, plus comics, manga, anime, cosplay and pop-culture events.
Top Gaming & Comics trade shows in Japan
Upcoming Gaming & Comics trade shows in Japan
Leisure Japan 2026National25 Nov 2026Tokyo, JP25 Nov 2026Tokyo, JP300Estimate
Seoul POPCONSmall12 Jun 2027서울특별시, JP12 Jun 2027서울특별시, JP35Estimate
YOKOHAMA Star Light Festival 2026Small28 Nov 2026Yokohama, JP28 Nov 2026Yokohama, JP22Fact
Tokyo Game ShowSmall1 Sep 2027Chiba, JP1 Sep 2027Chiba, JP20Estimate
CINEMA LIVE 202713 Feb 2027Yokohama, JP13 Feb 2027Yokohama, JP
Facta confirmed count from the event's captured exhibitor roster.Estimatea modeled approximation, not a confirmed figure.
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Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.
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