Travel Information

Everything you need to know for Tokyo Game Show

Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan
September 25, 2025

Visa & Entry Requirements

Visa Requirements

Visa-free entry for most nationalities

Citizens of 68 countries can enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days. Check with Japanese embassy for your specific country requirements.

Recommended Hotels

Toyoko Inn Tokyo Bay Makuhari

1.8km from venue
low
3.8/5 stars
Free WiFi, Parking, Vending Machines

Budget-friendly hotel near venue

APA Hotel Tokyo Bay Makuhari

2.1km from venue
medium
4.0/5 stars
Free WiFi, Parking, Restaurant, Laundry Service

Business hotel near Makuhari Messe

Tokyo Bay Hotel

8.5km from venue
medium
4.2/5 stars
Free WiFi, Parking, Restaurant, Room Service, Airport Shuttle

Modern hotel with great views of Tokyo Bay

Chiba Port Hotel

12.8km from venue
medium
4.1/5 stars
Free WiFi, Restaurant, Parking, Business Center

Convenient hotel with easy access to venue

Hotel Nikko Tokyo

15.2km from venue
high
4.5/5 stars
Free WiFi, Business Center, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Concierge

Luxury hotel with excellent conference facilities

Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo

25.3km from venue
high
4.3/5 stars
Free WiFi, Fitness Center, Multiple Restaurants, Business Center

Modern hotel in central Tokyo

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Getting Around

🚆 Train

JR Keiyo Line

Direct train from Tokyo Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station

Cost: ¥400-600

Duration: 45 minutes

🚌 Bus

Airport Limousine Bus

Direct bus from Narita Airport to Makuhari Messe

Cost: ¥1,800

Duration: 60-90 minutes

🚕 Taxi

Taxi Service

Direct taxi from Tokyo city center

Cost: ¥8,000-12,000

Duration: 45-60 minutes

🚇 Metro

Tokyo Metro + JR

Metro to Tokyo Station, then JR Keiyo Line

Cost: ¥500-800

Duration: 60-75 minutes

🚗 Car rental

Car Rental

Rental car with GPS navigation

Cost: ¥5,000-8,000/day

Duration: 45-60 minutes

🚶 Walking

Walking from Station

Short walk from Kaihin-Makuhari Station

Cost: Free

Duration: 5-10 minutes

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Accessibility Information

Accessibility information will be updated soon.

We are committed to making our events accessible to everyone.

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Travel Tips

Before You Travel

  • • Check visa requirements and apply early if needed
  • • Book accommodations well in advance
  • • Purchase travel insurance
  • • Check weather forecasts and pack accordingly
  • • Download offline maps and translation apps

During Your Stay

  • • Keep important documents in a safe place
  • • Use hotel safes for valuables
  • • Stay hydrated and get enough rest
  • • Network with fellow attendees
  • • Take advantage of conference networking events