The Tokyo Game Show 2026 has announced a schedule change due to Typhoon No. 25 approaching Japan. The organizers have decided that the event on Sunday, September 20, 2026, will proceed as scheduled. The event on Monday, September 21, 2026, has been canceled for the entire day.
This announcement was published on the official website on September 19, 2026. According to information from TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026, the organizers are reviewing the latest weather information and its impact on public transportation.
The September 20 event will still take place
The event on Sunday, September 20, 2026, proceeded as scheduled. Hours for the general public are from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. JST (Japan Standard Time). However, the organizers noted that some facilities or activities may be changed or canceled. These decisions will depend on weather conditions and the situation around the venue. The goal is to ensure visitor safety.
The organizers are not offering refunds for tickets for September 20. The reason is that the event on that day will still take place. The weather forecast calls for heavy rain and strong winds on that day.
Therefore, the organizers ask all visitors to check the latest weather forecast and public transportation schedules. Visitors are also asked to exercise caution and allow plenty of time for their trip.
The September 21 event has been canceled
The event on Monday, September 21, 2026, has been canceled for the entire day. Originally, the event for the general public was scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. JST. That day is a national holiday in Japan. Organizers anticipate rain and strong winds in the afternoon. These conditions could disrupt public transportation.
The organizers stated that the safety of visitors, exhibitors, and staff is their top priority. They also want everyone to be able to return home safely. The organizers apologized to everyone who had been looking forward to the event.
Ticket Refunds for September 21
Tickets for September 21 will be refunded. Refund procedures may vary depending on where the tickets were purchased. Therefore, ticket buyers should follow the instructions provided by the seller from whom they purchased their tickets.
The organizers will also post an announcement on the official Tokyo Game Show 2026 website once the final procedures have been finalized. At the time of this announcement, those details are not yet final.
Some of the stage events will be streamed online
The organizers are arranging for an online broadcast of some of the event’s stages on September 21. This broadcast will be part of the official program. This plan is still pending confirmation of safety conditions at the venue.
The organizers have not yet confirmed whether the livestream will take place. The program content and broadcast time have also not yet been determined. This information will be posted on the official website and official social media accounts once the details are finalized.
Further announcements may still be made
The organizers stated that the safety of visitors, exhibitors, performers, staff, and all other parties involved remains a top priority. The organizers will work with relevant parties to implement the necessary measures.
The path of Typhoon No. 25 and public transportation conditions will influence future decisions. Therefore, further announcements may still be made. The organizers ask everyone planning to attend to check the official website and official social media accounts of the Tokyo Game Show 2026.
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