2026 Creative Content Trade Fair

Explore the 18th Creators’ Expo 2026 in Tokyo, a premier trade fair for creative professionals in animation, design, and media. Key networking for industry experts.

About This Fair

The 18th Creators’ Expo is an essential hub for professionals from all creative sectors, offering a unique environment for showcasing talent, innovation, and fostering business development within the content industry. This international trade fair stands out as a core event for those involved in animation, design, media production, and broader areas of content creation.

Who Should Attend?

  • Industry professionals from publishing, advertising, and media sectors
  • Game developers, content producers, and visual artists
  • Brand managers, marketers, and licensing experts
  • Corporate communication departments and event organizers

What to Expect From the Expo

Attendees gain access to a dynamic platform where creative ideas transform into potential business opportunities. Exhibitors present extensive portfolios, innovative methods, and services, allowing direct engagement with influential decision-makers. The environment encourages business matching, facilitating new collaborations and partnerships.

Main Exhibition Categories

  • Video and animation creation
  • Game development and sound design
  • Graphic design and photography
  • Illustration, manga, and comic art
  • Calligraphy and literary works

Business Networking and Collaboration

The expo is structured for optimal professional networking. As a trade-only event, it enables exhibitors and visitors to engage in curated meetings, business matching, and contract negotiations. Consider using our interpretation meetings service to overcome language barriers and ensure meaningful conversations with international partners.

How to Participate

Participation is open to qualified trade professionals only, with mandatory online registration prior to admission. As part of CONTENT TOKYO, the expo provides access to a broader network of specialized shows, expanding business opportunities across content-related fields. For those seeking comprehensive local business support, explore our local support hub.

Visitor Services and Support

Attendees may benefit from tailored services, from business interpretation to local assistance, enhancing your experience at the event. Visit our trade fairs overview for more support resources to make the most of your attendance.

FAQ

Exhibitors primarily include individual creators and professionals from video, animation, game development, sound, design, and visual communication fields.
No, the 18th Creators’ Expo is open exclusively to trade visitors. Online registration is required for entry.
The expo features video creation, animation, game design, sound design, graphic design, photography, illustration, manga, comic art, calligraphy, and literary works.
International visitors who are industry professionals can attend; however, online registration is mandatory. Check the official website.