PayPal has announced that it will exhibit at the " Tokyo Game Show 2026 " (hereinafter "TGS2026"), to be held at Makuhari Messe from Thursday, September 17, 2026, through Monday, September 21, 2026 (a national holiday).
Through booth exhibits and the TGS Forum, PayPal will showcase its payment solutions that support the growth of game companies, as well as case studies of their implementation both in Japan and overseas.
PayPal to Exhibit at "TGS2026"!
PayPal has announced that it will exhibit at “ TGS2026.”
This marks the company’s second consecutive year of participation. At last year’s “Tokyo Game Show 2025,” PayPal noted a high level of interest in global expansion, support for in-app purchases, and advanced payment solutions.
Building on this positive response, this year’s exhibition will highlight changes in the gaming market landscape, payment solutions designed to support the growth of game developers, and implementation case studies from both Japan and overseas.
In today’s gaming market, efforts to attract overseas users are accelerating.
At the same time, with the rise of subscription-based and live-service titles, there is an increasing need to accommodate the growing frequency of player payments and the diversification of payment methods.
As a payment partner that provides a global payment infrastructure to support sales to international users, along with diverse payment methods and advanced fraud prevention technology, PayPal is reportedly further strengthening its collaboration with the gaming industry.
In addition to credit and debit cards, players are offered a wide range of payment options and a seamless payment experience, including direct debit services linked to more than 350 banks nationwide.
Payments can be made securely and quickly without the need to provide card numbers or account information to merchants or enter details during checkout.
Globally, more than 100,000 gaming-related businesses use PayPal to sell games and related products, and more than 33 million consumers use PayPal in the gaming category (according to PayPal’s internal data for the period from July 2024 to June 2025).
Exhibition Highlights
- Introduction to PayPal’s Global Payment Solutions for Gaming Companies
- Support for In-App Purchases
- Case Studies of Domestic and International Implementations
- Interactive Quiz for Attendees
As a special perk for attendees, we will be giving away PayPal promotional items and capsule toys as prizes.
TGS Forum Presentation Overview
Mr. Michihiko Yo, Head of PayPal Japan, will take the stage.
He will discuss practical insights on in-app and out-of-app payments and global expansion, focusing on payment strategies to maximize game revenue.
Advance registration is required to attend.
- Date and Time: Friday, September 18, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
- Venue: Makuhari Messe, International Conference Hall 302
For booth details, visit the PayPal Newsroom.
For event details, please visit the official TGS 2026 website.
| Event Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026) |
| Organizer | Computer Entertainment Suppliers Association (CESA) |
| PayPal Booth Location | Hall 10-E07 |
| Dates | September 17, 2026 (Thu) Business Day 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. September 18, 2026 (Fri) Business Day 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. September 19, 2026 (Sat) Public Day 9:30 AM–5:00 PM September 20, 2026 (Sun) Public Day 9:30 AM–5:00 PM September 21, 2026 (Mon, Holiday) Public Day 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |