The countdown to Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026), one of the world’s top three gaming exhibitions, has officially begun. The Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA) released a teaser video on May 12, 2026, showcasing the event’s main visual and celebrating its landmark 30th anniversary. For the first time in its history, the show will span five days.
Main Visual and 30th Anniversary Teaser
The newly released teaser offers a glimpse into the main visual created by the illustrator Zashikiwarashi, who returns to the project for the second consecutive year.
- Artist Insight: Zashikiwarashi, known for a delicate and dreamlike style, described this year’s work as “colorful and dynamic”.
- Availability: Fans can view the teaser on the official TGS YouTube channel, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram.
- Ticket Giveaway: To celebrate the teaser launch, a campaign is running on the official TGS X account from May 12 to May 31, offering three pairs of general admission tickets via a lottery.
Official Influencers: ‘TGS BOOSTERZ’
TGS2026 continues its “TGS BOOSTERZ” initiative, aiming to “boost” the event’s global appeal through content creators. In honor of the 30th anniversary, 30 influencers will be selected in total.
- First Round Reveal: The initial list of members includes notable names such as Ella Freya, Kayane, Junpei Zaki & Taizo Zaki, and Shao Dow.
- Role: These creators will broadcast game reviews, live streams, and creative content to a global audience.
Exhibitor Information and Layout Optimization
The deadline for companies to apply for exhibition space is quickly approaching on May 22, 2026.
- Layout Changes: The organizers have reconfigured the hall layout to disperse large booths, improving traffic flow and maximizing space for more participating companies.
- Global Reach: The event aims to provide a platform for companies to showcase services not just to fans, but to invited global media and influencers.
Event Specification: Tokyo Game Show 2026
| Category | Details |
| Dates | September 17 (Thu) – 21 (Mon, Public Holiday), 2026 |
| Duration | 5 Days (TGS First) |
| Business Days | Sept 17–18 |
| Public Days | Sept 19–21 |
| Location | Makuhari Messe (Chiba, Japan) |
| Expected Visitors | 300,000 |
| Planned Booths | Approximately 3,500 |
| Application Deadline | May 22, 2026 |
“As TGS celebrates three decades of gaming history, the expansion to a five-day format signals a massive year for the industry in Asia.”
With an expected attendance of 300,000 people, TGS2026 is shaping up to be a historic celebration of the medium.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 will be held from September 17 to 21 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Business days will be on September 17 and 18, and public days will run from the 19th to the 21st. The final day, the 21st, is scheduled to coincide with a Japanese public holiday.
| Official X | @tokyo_game_show |
| Official Website | tgs.cesa.or.jp/en |
