14 events at Makuhari Messe and Tokyo Big Sight
- Jump Festa on December 19 and 20 offers free admission by advance application, which closes at 17:59 on November 16.
- Tokyo Auto Salon on January 15–17 requires advance e-tickets, with no tickets sold at the door.
- Admission is free for Fuyusupo, Tokyo Marathon EXPO, Eco-Pro with registration, and Jump Festa with advance application.
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This page picks 14 main events open to the general public at Makuhari Messe and Tokyo Big Sight from December 2026 to March 2027. Some free events still need registration or an application in advance, and Tokyo Auto Salon sells e-tickets in advance only, with no tickets at the door.
In short
- Free admission: Fuyusupo, Tokyo Marathon EXPO, Eco-Pro (registration required) and Jump Festa (invitation by advance application).
- Free for elementary school children and younger: Tokyo Comic Con, Tokyo Auto Salon, Wonder Festival and Makuhari Handmade Festa (with a parent at Comic Con, Auto Salon and Wonder Festival).
- Act early: applications for Jump Festa entry tickets close at 17:59 on November 16 (JUMP NAVI app).
Checked with official pages on November 1, 2026 (Japan time). Prices and hours may change.
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1. Dates and admission for 14 public events at Makuhari Messe and Tokyo Big Sight
December has 7 events across the 2 venues, January and February are mostly at Makuhari Messe, and March is mostly at Big Sight. Tap an event name to jump to its section.
| Event | Dates | Venue | Admission | How to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eco-Pro | Dec 2–4 | Big Sight | Free | Registration required |
| I-Doll | Dec 5 | Big Sight | ¥2,000 | Check the official site |
| Tokyo Comic Con | Dec 11–13 | Makuhari Messe | Advance ¥5,500 | Advance, on the day |
| Handmade Festa | Dec 12, 13 | Makuhari Messe | Advance ¥800 | Advance, on the day |
| Jump Festa | Dec 19, 20 | Makuhari Messe | Free | Advance application |
| COUNTDOWN JAPAN | Dec 26–31 | Makuhari Messe | 1-day ticket ¥15,000 | 1-day or set ticket |
| Comic Market | Dec 29–31 | Big Sight | Afternoon entry, advance ¥440 | Advance purchase |
| Tokyo Auto Salon | Jan 15–17 | Makuhari Messe | ¥3,000 (¥4,000 on Jan 15) | E-ticket only |
| Fuyusupo | Jan 22–24 | Makuhari Messe | Free | Not needed |
| Blue Archive Fes | Jan 23, 24 | Makuhari Messe | ¥6,000 | e+ lottery (closed Nov 3) |
| Wonder Festival | Feb 13, 14 | Makuhari Messe | Advance ¥3,500 | Advance, on the day |
| Tokyo Marathon EXPO | Mar 4–6 | Big Sight | Free | Not needed |
| Motorcycle Show | Mar 26–28 | Big Sight | Not announced | Not announced |
| Makuhari Puzzle Labyrinth | Nov 13 – May 9 | Makuhari Shin-Toshin | ¥2,200 | Buy an exchange ticket in advance |
Source: the event calendars of Makuhari Messe and the event information of Tokyo Big Sight, and each organizer’s official site (checked November 1, 2026; the Jump Festa application period was checked on November 3). There is no performance on December 28 at COUNTDOWN JAPAN.
2. Getting to Makuhari Messe and Big Sight (stations, parking, hotels)
Both venues are within walking distance of a station, but Big Sight asks visitors to use public transport, while Makuhari Messe has a car park at ¥1,000 a day.
- Makuhari Messe is about 5 minutes on foot from Kaihin-Makuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line, about 30 minutes from Tokyo Station by rapid train. It is about 20 minutes on foot from Makuhari-Toyosuna Station.
- Tokyo Big Sight is about 3 minutes on foot from Tokyo Big Sight Station on the Yurikamome and about 7 minutes from Kokusai-Tenjijo Station on the Rinkai Line. It expects heavy traffic on nearby roads and in car parks and asks visitors to use public transport.
- The Makuhari Messe car park is ¥1,000 per day for a standard car, open from 8:00 to 23:00. You can also look for nearby lots through Tokupi (a parking search site) (ad).
- In December several events fall on the same weekend. Tokyo Comic Con and Handmade Festa are both at Makuhari Messe on December 12 and 13, and Fuyusupo and Blue Archive Fes overlap on January 23 and 24.
For all December events in Kanto, see (in Japanese) December 2026 events in Kanto, and for New Year’s Eve events in Tokyo, Tokyo New Year’s Eve 2026-27.
3. December 2026 events (Makuhari Messe and Big Sight)
BEYOND SDGs Eco-Pro 2026
A broad event where companies and organizations present solutions to social issues, held in East Halls 1 to 3 and 7. Admission is free but registration is required.
| Name | Eco-Pro 2026 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Hours / Closed | December 2–4, 10:00–17:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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I-Doll Vol. 78
An exhibition and sale of dolls, figures and handmade goods, held for 1 day in West Halls 1 and 2. The fee is ¥2,000.
| Name | I-Doll Vol. 78 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Hours / Closed | December 5, 11:30–16:30 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Tokyo Comic Con 2026
A pop culture festival. A 1-day advance ticket is ¥5,500 for adults, ¥1,000 for ages 18 and under and ¥500 for ages 15 and under. A same-day ticket is ¥5,900 for adults, and the number sold may be limited. Elementary school children and younger are free with a parent. Autograph and photo sessions with actors need a separate ticket from the entry ticket (Tokyo Comic Con 2026 ticket page, Japanese).
Photo source: “[Tokyo Comic Con 2026] Ryuta Sato becomes ambassador for the 10th anniversary, and 3 Hello! Project alumni named special supporters” (press release by Hamayu E.F. Co., Ltd., October 27, 2026) (Japanese)
| Name | Tokyo Comic Con 2026 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | December 11, 11:00–19:00, December 12, 10:00–19:00, December 13, 10:00–18:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Makuhari Handmade Festa 2026
An event gathering handmade items such as accessories and goods, held in Exhibition Halls 7 and 8. Tickets are ¥800 in advance and ¥1,000 on the day, and elementary school children and younger are free. Last entry is 17:00 on the 12th and 16:00 on the 13th.
Photo source: “Makuhari Handmade Festa 2022 this weekend, December 10 and 11, at Makuhari Messe” (press release by Bay FM Co., Ltd., December 5, 2022) (Japanese)
| Name | Makuhari Handmade Festa 2026 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | December 12, 11:00–17:30, December 13, 10:00–16:30 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Jump Festa 2027
Admission is free but by invitation through an advance application, and everyone of elementary school age and over needs an e-ticket in the JUMP NAVI app. Applications for entry tickets are open from 10:00 on Monday, November 2 until 17:59 on Monday, November 16. Last entry is 16:30.
| Name | Jump Festa 2027 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | December 19 and 20, 9:00–17:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27
A New Year’s Eve rock festival, with shows on December 26, 27, 29, 30 and 31. A 1-day ticket is ¥15,000 (¥16,000 for December 31 only), and a 2-day set ticket is ¥28,000 (¥29,000 if it includes the 31st). The show on the 31st is scheduled to end at 29:00 (5:00 the next morning).
Photo source: “Digital Hollywood supports the venue decoration video contest for COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27 for the 2nd year in a row” (press release by Digital Hollywood Inc., July 29, 2026) (Japanese)
| Name | COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | December 26, 27, 29, 30 and 31 (no performance on December 28) |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Comic Market 109
An exhibition and sale of self-published books. Exhibiting circles are open from 10:30 to 16:00, and corporate booths until 17:00 on days 1 and 2. The entry system is the same as for Comic Market 102 to 108. A wristband-type pass for afternoon entry is ¥440 if bought in advance and ¥1,000 on the day, and the organizer strongly recommends buying in advance (Comic Market 109 guide, Japanese).
| Name | Comic Market 109 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Hours / Closed | December 29–31, 10:30–16:00 (corporate booths until 17:00 on days 1 and 2) |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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4. January to March 2027 events (Makuhari Messe and Big Sight)
Tokyo Auto Salon 2027
An exhibition of modified and custom cars. January 15 is a business day, so public entry starts at 14:00, and tickets for that day only are ¥4,000. January 16 and 17 are ¥3,000. Tickets are sold only as e-tickets in advance and are valid only on the date printed. Elementary school children and younger are free with a parent, and re-entry is allowed (Tokyo Auto Salon 2027 ticket page, Japanese).
| Name | Tokyo Auto Salon 2027 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | January 15, 14:00–19:00, January 16, 9:00–19:00, January 17, 9:00–18:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Fuyusupo WINTER SPORTS FESTA season26
A sale of ski and snowboard gear with free admission. The venue is Exhibition Hall 7, and on January 22 it starts at 15:00.
| Name | Fuyusupo WINTER SPORTS FESTA season26 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | January 22, 15:00–19:00, January 23, 11:00–19:00, January 24, 11:00–18:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Blue Archive Fes
An event celebrating the 6th anniversary of the game Blue Archive. An entry ticket is ¥6,000 and an entry ticket with a fast ticket is ¥8,000. The entry ticket lottery was accepted through e+ until 23:59 on November 3, and results were announced from 13:00 on November 7 (Blue Archive 6th anniversary site ticket page, Japanese). Last entry is 17:30 on both days.
| Name | Blue Archive Fes |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | January 23 and 24, 9:00–18:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Wonder Festival 2027 [Winter]
An exhibition and sale of sculpted figures. A general advance ticket is ¥3,500, a same-day ticket is ¥4,000 and a 2-day pass is ¥5,000. There is also an afternoon discount at ¥2,300 and an under-22 discount at ¥2,200. Except for priority entry tickets, elementary school children and younger are free with a parent. Some halls cannot be entered on February 13. Information on entry times and methods is planned for release in late November (Wonder Festival 2027 [Winter] ticket page, Japanese).
Photo source: “Wonder Festival releases ticket information for its first 2-day event in 36 years: 2-day pass, advance ticket with a limited T-shirt and more” (press release by Kaiyodo Co., Ltd., October 28, 2026) (Japanese)
| Name | Wonder Festival 2027 [Winter] |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | February 13 and 14, 10:00–17:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Tokyo Marathon EXPO 2027
Held ahead of the Tokyo Marathon 2027 on March 7, and anyone can enter free, not only runners. On March 4 and 5 it is open until 21:00 (last entry 20:30), and on the 6th until 18:00 (last entry 17:30).
| Name | Tokyo Marathon EXPO 2027 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Hours / Closed | March 4 and 5, 10:00–21:00, March 6, 10:00–18:00 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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The 54th Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2027
A motorcycle event held for 3 days in the West Exhibition Halls of Tokyo Big Sight. Admission has not been announced yet. Motorcycle parking is limited, and the organizer asks visitors to use public transport.
| Name | Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2027 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Hours / Closed | March 26–28 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Makuhari Puzzle Labyrinth
A puzzle-solving walk from Makuhari Messe to AEON Mall Makuhari Shin-Toshin and Mitsui Outlet Park, at ¥2,200 per kit. Buy an exchange ticket through Asoview or Lawson Ticket and pick up the kit at the exchange desk on site. The expected time is 180 to 240 minutes including walking, and you can stop partway and continue on another day. Hours differ by day.
| Name | Makuhari Puzzle Labyrinth |
|---|---|
| Address | Makuhari Shin-Toshin, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba |
| Hours / Closed | November 13–May 9, 10:00–20:00 (varies by day) |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
| Official site | Open the official site ↗ |
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Sources
19 pages we checked
- Makuhari Messe: event calendar
- Makuhari Messe: access and parking
- Tokyo Big Sight: events
- Tokyo Big Sight: access
- Tokyo Comic Con 2026: tickets
- Jump Festa 2027: official site
- Comic Market 109: guide
- Tokyo Auto Salon 2027: tickets
- Wonder Festival 2027 [Winter]: entry tickets
- Tokyo Marathon EXPO 2027: official page
- Tokyo Motorcycle Show: official site
- Makuhari Messe: COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27
- Makuhari Messe: Makuhari Handmade Festa 2026
- Makuhari Messe: Fuyusupo
- Makuhari Messe: Blue Archive Fes
- Makuhari Messe: Makuhari Puzzle Labyrinth
- Blue Archive 6th anniversary site: tickets
- Makuhari Puzzle Labyrinth: official page
- Japanese version of this page (日本語版)
Checked with official pages on November 1, 2026 (Japan time).
