About this expo
The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) is an annually held event in Chiba, Japan, organized by the CESA Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association. Scheduled from September 17 to September 21, 2026, TGS is a premier event for newly released games from around the world, attracting both industry professionals and gaming enthusiasts. The event is held at Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex, Exhibition Hall 1-11, International Conference Hall, and TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall.
Exhibitors include companies and organizations looking to expand their B2B and B2C reach within the gaming sector. TGS2026 anticipates nearly 300,000 visitors (2026) and has confirmed 759 exhibitors from 51 countries and regions (2026), showcasing a wide array of products across areas like Gaming Hardware, eSports, Indie Games, and AI Technology. The event facilitates business matching through a dedicated system and offers significant PR opportunities to elevate brand awareness in Japan.
Targeting a diverse audience from global industry professionals, publishers, investors, and media to independent developers and general visitors, TGS provides a vital platform for networking and discovering innovation. Business Days are September 17 and 18, 2026, while Public Days run from September 19 to 21, 2026, ensuring dedicated time for both professional engagements and public interaction.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed event
- Held at Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex
- Anticipates nearly 300,000 visitors (2026)
- Confirmed 759 exhibitors from 51 countries and regions (2026)
- Features concurrent events like Japan Game Awards 2026 and TGS Forum
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2026 takes place from September 17 (Thursday) to September 21 (Monday/National Holiday), 2026, at Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex, Exhibition Hall 1-11, International Conference Hall, and TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall in Chiba, Japan. Business Days are September 17-18, 2026, and Public Days are September 19-21, 2026.
Who organizes it?+
The Tokyo Game Show is organized by the CESA Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association. Co-organizers include Nikkei Business Publications, Inc. and Sony Music Solutions Inc.
What industries and products are covered?+
The event covers a wide range of gaming industries and products, including General Exhibition, Smartphone Game, Gaming Hardware, Gaming Lifestyle, AR/VR, eSports, Game Academy, All Accessibility, Indie Game, Merchandise Sales, Business Solution (including AI Technology Pavilion), and Business Meeting Areas, as well as Family Game Park.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Companies and organizations aiming to expand B2B and B2C information about games can exhibit. The target audience includes global industry professionals, gaming enthusiasts, overseas trade visitors, publishers, investors, platform holders, media, independent developers, and general visitors. Exhibitors can utilize the TGS Business Matching System and PR opportunities.
What are the practical participation details?+
Booth fees for 2026 include: Standard booth unit (3m x 3m) at 440,000 JPY (tax incl.), Shell Scheme at 605,000 JPY (tax incl.), and Turnkey Booth at 330,000 JPY (tax incl.). Ticket prices for Business Days (2026) range from Free (with pre-registration code) to 100,000 JPY (without pre-registration code) for Business Day Black.