Tokyo is home to many video game pop up shops, limited events, and themed collaborations that are difficult to keep track of. I often talk about many of them on my podcast, Tokyo Game Life, but I wanted to create a page to highlight limited time gaming events in Tokyo. For a list of more permanent gaming hotspots, please check this guide.
Last updated: September 3, 2026
Dragon Quest Dive
Tokyu Plaza in Harajuku will hold Dragon Quest Dive, a 40th anniversary exhibit celebrating the series. It will feature interactive exhibits like a VR ride, along with photo ops and exclusive merch.
July 17 - September 9
Legendary Pokemon Encounter: Legend Research in Nihonbashi and Yaesu
Several department stores around Nihonbashi and Yaesu like Mitsukoshi, COREDO, and Tokyo Midtown will host a Pokemon-themed mystery/puzzle-solving activity featuring over a hundred legendary Pokemon.
September 9 - November 29
Final Fantasy X Museum
LUMINE0 NEWoMan department store in Shinjuku will host a Final Fantasy X exhibit featuring new development documents, photo ops, and new merch.
September 12 - September 27
Tokyo Game Show 2026
Japan's biggest gaming event returns featuring hands-on game demos, events, shows, and more. General admission for the publics is from 9/19 - 9/21.
September 17 - September 21
The World of Biohazard
BEAM Gallery in Shibuya will hold The World of Biohazard, a 30th anniversary exhibit about the Resident Evil franchise with interactive exhibits and exclusive merchandise.
October 30 - December 24
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