TGS 2026 Floor Map and Area Details Unveiled! Event Stage and Official Stream Timetables Also Released

On Friday, September 11, 2026, the Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association announced the floor map and area details for Tokyo Game Show 2026 (hereinafter TGS 2026).
In addition, the association revealed the full programming lineup and timetables for the event stages and official live streams.

TGS 2026 Latest Exhibitor News and Floor Map Released! Event Stage and Official Stream Timetables Also Announced

With a record-breaking 1,138 exhibiting companies confirmed, TGS 2026 stands as the largest show in event history.
CESA unveiled the floor map and detailed zone breakdown alongside the complete event stage and official live stream timetables all at once.
Here is your complete guide to TGS 2026!

TGS 2026 Floor Map & Area Details Revealed! Interactive 3D Digital Map Also Live

TGS 2026 Public Day Digital Map

In 2026, the exhibition spans Makuhari Messe Exhibition Halls 1 through 11, the International Conference Hall, and the TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall.

In addition to standard PDF floor plans, CESA also launched an interactive digital 3D map to navigate the venue in three dimensions!
You can view both the PDF and digital maps on the official TGS 2026 Floor Map page, so be sure to review them in advance!

From the Event Stage and General Exhibition to the Newly Established Creator Lounge! Area Details Revealed

Event Stage

Spanning all five days, the Event Stage will feature daily revolving programs, including the opening ceremony, keynote speeches, 30th-anniversary title talk stages, the Japan Game Awards 2026 Future Division ceremony, and the ending stage.

• Location: Hall 1

Creator Lounge: TGS Creator Lounge Presented by Twitch

A dedicated lounge for content creators debuts at TGS for the very first time in 2026!
On Public Days, an energy station will be available, serving as a dedicated rest and recharge zone between creative activities.

• Location: Hall 1 (Behind the Event Stage)

General Exhibition

Domestic and international publishers assemble under one roof with their latest titles!
Experience hands-on playable demos of hot upcoming games, world premiere announcements, and in-booth stage events across five days.

• Location: Halls 1–8

Specialized Pavilions

Dedicated pavilions for smartphone games, gaming hardware, esports, and gaming lifestyle are consolidated here, allowing attendees to explore gaming across diverse fields tailored to their interests.

• Location: Halls 9–11

Indie Game Area

A gathering of wholly original indie games crafted by developers from around the world!
Directly experience inventive, unique titles brought to life by solo creators and independent teams.

The 2F Esplanade will host SELECTED INDIE 80, a curated zone exclusively featuring titles that passed rigorous screening.
Attendees can also play finalist entries from SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT 2026, honoring boundary-pushing ideas, in this area.

• Location: Halls 9–10 (SELECTED INDIE 80: Halls 9–10, 2F Esplanade)

Business Area

Comprising the Business Solution Area, AI Technology Pavilion, and Business Meeting Area.
During Business Days, it serves as a premier venue for business discussions and partner matching.

• Location: Halls 9–11 (Business Solution Area, AI Technology Pavilion) / International Conference Hall 2F (Business Meeting Area)

Cosplay Area

Exclusive to the three Public Days, a dedicated Cosplay Area will be open!
Featuring changing rooms and cloakrooms, attendees can enjoy photoshoots and community networking.
Participation requires Cosplayer Registration (available online and on-site).

• Location: Halls 9–11 East and West Loading Areas (Outdoor)

Food Court

To celebrate TGS's 30th anniversary, the food court will offer special commemorative menus dubbed 30 BOOST FOOD in 2026!
Select areas in Hall 9 will feature mobile ordering, enabling advance order placement and digital payment.

• Location: Halls 4–6 South Outdoor Area / Hall 9 South Outdoor Area

Game Academy Area

Educational and research institutions nurturing the next generation of game industry talent will exhibit here.
Attendees can speak directly with educators regarding game development curriculums and career paths.

• Location: Hall 1

Family Game Park

Held exclusively on Public Days, the Family Game Park offers engaging, family-friendly attractions, including the Asobiba! game play zone, Manabiba! career learning workshops, and live kids' stage shows.

• Location: TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall

Merchandise Sales Area

A dedicated sales zone for video game merchandise!
Major categories include:

• Music CDs
• Video media packages
• Gaming accessories and peripherals
• Books, magazines, and publications

• Location: Halls 9–11

Event Stage & Official Stream Timetables Released! Streaming Platforms Announced

CESA revealed the complete schedule and timetables for the Event Stage and official broadcasts!
Beginning with the opening ceremony, a rich five-day lineup unfolds with updates on major titles and panel talks with special guests.

PR TIMES

Thursday, September 17 (Business Day)

• 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026 Opening Ceremony
• 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM: Keynote Speech | 30 Years of Tokyo Game Show & Proposals for 2056
• 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM: Twitch Stage
• 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM: TOTTORI GAME SHOW
• 3:50 PM – 5:50 PM: SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT 2026 (Venue: International Conference Hall)

Friday, September 18 (Business Day)

• 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM: Connecting Game Markets: New Horizons for Japan and Pakistan

Saturday, September 19 (Public Day)

• 9:40 AM – 10:30 AM: LOLLIPOP CHAINSAW NEW PROJECT
• 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM: 30th Anniversary Title Talk Stage
• 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM: Autumn Game Sanpo Thanksgiving: Weather Forecasters Meet ZETA DIVISION
• 3:40 PM – 4:30 PM: NURO x REJECT Special Stage

Sunday, September 20 (Public Day)

• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Twitch Partners Meet & Greet
• 1:00 PM – 2:45 PM: Japan Game Awards 2026 Future Division Award Ceremony
• 3:40 PM – 4:30 PM: Touken Ranbu ONLINE x Touken Ranbu Pazugiri Special Stage

Monday, September 21 (Public Day)

• 9:40 AM – 2:20 PM: Red Bull Revenge
• 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Ending Stage

PR TIMES

Friday, September 11

• 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: 30th Anniversary Title Talk Pre-Stream Program (Vol. 1)

Tuesday, September 15

• 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM: Japan Game Awards 2026 Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award / Games of the Year Division Award Ceremony

Wednesday, September 16

• 11:00 PM – 11:50 PM: Capcom Spotlight

Thursday, September 17 (Business Day)

• 7:00 PM – 7:50 PM: Xbox Game Show 2026 Broadcast
• 8:00 PM – 8:50 PM: Just Ahead of Launch! Mabinogi Mobile TGS Special Program
• 9:00 PM – 9:50 PM: TGS NEWS STUDIO

Friday, September 18 (Business Day)

• 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM: 30th Anniversary Title Talk Pre-Stream Program (Vol. 2)
• 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM: SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT 2026
• 9:00 PM – 9:50 PM: TGS NEWS STUDIO

Saturday, September 19 (Public Day)

• 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM: TGS RTA CHALLENGE (Tentative)
• 9:00 PM – 9:50 PM: TGS NEWS STUDIO

Sunday, September 20 (Public Day)

• 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM: TGS GAME MUSIC Program (Tentative)
• 9:00 PM – 9:50 PM: TGS NEWS STUDIO

Official streams will broadcast across multiple streaming platforms!
Check the official TGS 2026 website for complete program details.

TGS 2026 Opening Soon! Admission Tickets on Sale

TGS 2026 will take place at Makuhari Messe in Chiba from Thursday, September 17 to Monday, September 21, 2026.
With opening day fast approaching, admission tickets are now on sale at the TGS 2026 Official Ticket Page!
Take a look at the floor map and start planning which booths to visit.
Check official Tokyo Game Show on X (@tokyo_game_show) for the latest updates!