TICKETS
Business Days and Public Days have different purchase methods. Please check and proceed with your purchase.
Business Day9.19 - 9.21
Public Day
Business Day Pass Information and Precautions
On the Business days, September 17th (Thursday) and 18th (Friday), only those involved in the game business will be admitted. If you have a "Business Day Pre-registration Code" distributed by exhibitors to those involved in the game business, please complete the free pre-registration before coming. If you do not have a "Business Day Pre-registration Code," please complete the "Paid
In addition, we will be offering a limited number of "Business Day Gold Passes" and "Business Day Black Passes" (entry subject to screening, first-come, first-served basis) that allow attendees to conduct business negotiations with each other using the TGS Business Matching System. Those who apply for a "Business Day Gold Pass" or "Business Day Black Pass" will be able to use the "Business Lounge," which is convenient for business negotiations.
Pre-registration is required to attend the exhibition. Please read the "Notices" below before pre-registering.
Notices
- Only persons related to the game business (those working for game-related companies, those engaged in game-related work, distributors, etc.) are allowed to enter.
- No one under the age of 18 or students (including university and college students) will be admitted. Admission with infants and preschool children is also not permitted.
- Please enter your company name, address, and other information to prove that you are a member of the game industry when applying.
- Based on the information provided at the time of application, a screening will be conducted to ensure admission to the Business Day. Please note that you may not be admitted to the Business Day due to the preliminary screening.
- We do not allow others to enter information on your behalf. When registering, please enter the correct information (name, company name, address, etc.) in person. If you arrive at the Business Day with incorrect information, we may not be able to verify your identity and you may not be admitted.
- When pre-registering for the Business Day, please register one person at a time using the e-mail address of the person who will attend the event. If you wish to apply as a group, please refer to the section at the bottom of the page titled 'TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026・Business Day・Group Registration'.
- Each registration is valid for one person ONLY.
- Business Day visitor badge is valid for the two days of Business Days (Sep 17-18).
- Business Day visitor badges may not be lent or transferred to others.
- Public Day tickets are not valid for Business Day admission.
- Paid pre-registration is accepted until 23:59 on Tuesday, September 8th. Free pre-registration using a "Business Day Advance Registration Code" is available until 23:59 on Wednesday, September 16th.
- The paid pre-registration fee, "Business Day Gold Pass," and "Business Day Black Pass" can only be paid by credit card.
- Cancellations are not permitted after payment.
After completing your application, please keep the "PDF ticket" displayed in My Tickets.
On the day of the event, please scan the QR code on the PDF ticket at the reception desk to receive your visitor badge.
On the day of the event, please bring your PDF ticket (QR code), a photo ID (driver's license, passport, or My Number Card), and two business cards to the reception desk.- You do not need to print the PDF ticket.
- PDF tickets are not valid for entry. You must exchange your ticket for a badge at the reception desk.
- The name and company name entered will appear on the Visitor badge.
Please note that if the number of characters exceeds 13 double-byte characters (20 single-byte characters), some of the characters may not be displayed. - esale or auctioning of tickets or passes is strictly prohibited, and admission with such tickets will not be permitted.
Information on Business Day Ticket Types
Price
| Type | Business Day Standard | Business Day Gold | Business Day Black |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-registration code holders | Free | ¥25,000 (¥27,500 including tax) | 85,000 yen (Tax included: 93,500 yen) |
| Not have pre-registration code | ¥15,000 (¥16,500 including tax) | ¥40,000 (¥44,000 including tax) | ¥100,000 (¥110,000 including tax) |
Eligible
| Content | Business Day Standard | Business Day Gold | Business Day Black | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Day Admission | ○ | ○ | ○ | |
| Public Day Admission | - | - | - | |
| Business Matching | Exhibitors | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Visitors | - | ○ | ○ | |
| Business lounge Admission | - | ○ | ○ | |
| Black Suite LOUNGE Admission | - | - | ○ | |
| Keynote / Attending the TGS Forum | ○ | ○ | ○ | |
| International Party Participation | - | ○ | ○ | |
| Special entrance use | - | - | ○ | |
Gold Pass
At TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026, we offer the "Business Day Gold Pass," a pass designed to facilitate smooth business negotiations and networking for business day attendees. This premium pass allows you to use the business lounge, book and use business meetings within the lounge, and book business meetings with other attendees during the Tokyo Game Show 2026 business days (September 17th and 18th).
Benefits
- Use of the TOKYO GAME SHOW "Business Lounge" (Location: International Conference Center 1F, Halls 7/8, 2F Concourse North Side (planned), Hall 11, 2F Esplanade)
- Available to make reservations for business meetings in the "Business Lounge" using the TGS Business Matching System.
- Available to search for business partners and make reservations for business meetings through the TGS Business Matching System.
- Free participation in the TOKYO GAME SHOW "International Party" (in-person event / Date and time: Friday, September 18, 2026, 18:00 onwards *tentative)
- With a "Business Day Gold Pass" or "Business Day Black Pass," you can obtain your pass at a dedicated counter (2nd floor of the International Conference Center, in front of Exhibition Hall 3, and in front of Exhibition Hall 9), allowing for smooth entry without long waits.
Black Pass
At TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026, we will be introducing the "Business Day Black Pass," which combines comfort and status.
In addition to the benefits of the Gold Pass, this pass offers the following three additional perks, allowing you to enjoy a superior TGS experience.
Benefits
- Special pass issuance at a dedicated counter for a smooth check-in experience while avoiding crowds.
- Enter through a special entrance for stress-free access to the venue.
- Access to the exclusive "Black Suite LOUNGE" equipped with charging facilities.
Purchase of Business Day Pass
Pre-registration code holders
The Business Day Pre-Registration Code is a 16-digit registration code distributed by exhibitors to all related persons for the Business Day.
If you have a Business Day Pre-Registration Code, please pre-register (free of charge) before coming to the venue.
Pre-registration deadline
Until September 16th (Wed) 23:59
Pre-registration code holders
- Business Day Standard Pass:
Free - Business Day Gold Pass:
¥25,000 (¥27,500 including tax) - Business Day Black Pass:
85,000 yen(Tax included: 93,500 yen)
No resale, no admission to resale tickets, no auctioning of tickets.
Due to registration procedures, it may take some time before admission,
so please complete the registration procedures before the deadline. Please note that a Business
Day Pre-Registration code alone does not grant admission.
Registration opens: Thursday, July 30th, 12:00 PM
Please enter the 16 digits promotion code first for the registration.
- Once pre-registration codes are registered, cannot be used again.
- To prevent unauthorized use or external leakage of the Business Day Pre-Registration Code, the secretariat will keep track of the Pre-Registration Code number. Please handle it with care.
- Go to the "EventRegist" page.
Registration Steps
| STEP1 | Please register Pre-Registration Code and company information on the reception website
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| STEP2 | Please save the "PDF ticket (with QR code)" that you receive via email.
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| STEP3 | Please bring your PDF ticket (with QR code), a photo ID, and two business cards with you when you arrive. |
- If you do not wish to participate in the Keynotes/TGS Forum (In-Person, please do not make any selections in the time table on the next page and press the [Next] button.
- PDF tickets are also available on My Page in Event Resist.
- In STEP 1, if you are not a member of Event register, please register as a new member. If you are a member of Event register, please login.
Not have pre-registration code
Pre-registration deadline
Until September 8th (Tue) 23:59
- Business Day Standard Pass:
¥15,000 (¥16,500 including tax) - Business Day Gold Pass:
¥40,000 (¥44,000 including tax) - Business Day Black Pass:
¥100,000 (¥110,000 including tax)
- No registration fee will be charged if registration is not approved after review of pre-registration details.
Registration opens: Thursday, July 30th, 12:00 PM
- Go to the "EventRegist" page.
Registration Steps
| STEP1 | Please register your workplace information on the application website.
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| STEP2 | Admission will be screened by the secretariat. Please wait for the screening result by e-mail. |
| STEP3 | Those who have passed the screening process will receive information on payment methods via email. Please follow the instructions.
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| STEP4 | After payment is complete, please keep the "PDF ticket (with QR code)" that you receive via email.
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| STEP5 | Please bring your PDF ticket (with QR code), a photo ID, and two business cards with you when you arrive. |
- If you do not wish to participate in the Keynotes/TGS Forum (In-Person, please do not make any selections in the time table on the next page and press the [Next] button.
- PDF tickets are also available on My Page in Event Resist.
- No refunds will be made even if you have obtained a pre-registration code (promotion code) from the exhibitor after payment has been made. Please understand this in advance.
- In STEP 1, if you are not a member of Event register, please register as a new member. If you are a member of Event register, please login.
Group Registration
TOKYO GAME SHOW accepts group (20 or more delegations) registration organized by "Game Industry Association" "Government Agencies" and "Travel Agencies" attending on Business Days.
Application Requirements
- Coordinate group registrations are limited to "Game Industry Associations", "Government Agencies," and "Travel Agencies."
- The minimum number of participants per group application is 20 people.
- The administrative fee per application is 33,000 yen (tax included).
- This offer applies to "Business Day Standard Pass," "Business Day Gold Pass," and "Business Day Black Pass."
- nce your application is accepted, you will receive an application acceptance email from TOKYO GAME SHOW Management Office.
- Cancellations after application are NOT permitted.
Application: Please fill out the application form below and send it to TOKYO
GAME SHOW Management Office, Group Visitor Registration.
Application deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026, 23:59 (Japan time)
Contact: tgs-ope@nikkeibp.co.jp