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Tokyo Game Show 2026 Cancels Its Final Day as Typhoon Approaches
Tokyo Game Show 2026 has canceled its fifth and final day because of an approaching typhoon.
September 21 Is Canceled
The Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association canceled the entire September 21 event after forecasts warned of stronger wind and rain, along with possible public transportation problems. The organizer’s statement says the decision puts the safety of visitors, exhibitors, staff, and other attendees first.
Tokyo Game Show opened September 17 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba. The 30th-anniversary show was planned as the event’s first five-day edition, but the cancellation shortens it to four days.
September 20 Is Still Scheduled
Sunday, September 20, is still scheduled to go ahead. Organizers have warned that parts of the event could change or be canceled if weather or transportation conditions get worse, according to the latest event update.
Gamers attending the show should keep checking official Tokyo Game Show updates and local transportation information before traveling to or from Makuhari Messe.
September 21 Tickets Will Be Refunded
Tickets for September 21 will be refunded. The refund process varies by where the ticket was purchased, and organizers plan to share more details through the event’s official channels.
The cancellation also affects scheduled booth activities. PlayStation’s September 21 hands-on demos and streaming events at its Tokyo Game Show booth have been canceled with the rest of the day.
Organizers are considering moving some September 21 stage programming to online streams if conditions allow. Anyone who planned to attend Monday should watch the official event channels for refund instructions and any replacement broadcasts.
