Guide to AnimeJapan 2025
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Shortly after AnimeJapan 2024 concluded, the announcement for AnimeJapan 2025 was made. AnimeJapan 2024 welcomed over 130,000 attendees, bringing together anime fans from all over the world. AnimeJapan 2025 is expected to be an even bigger event, with a record-breaking 117 companies, primarily from the anime industry, set to exhibit. Additionally, one of the most popular idol groups, Sakurazaka46, has been appointed as the AnimeJapan 2025 ambassador, making the event not only about anime but also a celebration of trending pop culture as a whole. The catchphrase for AnimeJapan 2025 is “Here is Everything about Anime.”
▶︎Check the schedule on the 22nd and 23rd March, 2025!
AnimeJapan is an anime-themed event held annually in late March at Tokyo Big Sight since 2014. It is one of the largest anime events, not just in Japan, the home of anime, but in the world. The event is typically divided into two Public Days and two Business Days. Its main attractions include exhibition booths from anime-related companies showcasing the latest anime news and selling exclusive merchandise. Additionally, multiple stage events feature talk sessions, live performances and more various contents. The cosplay area is also a popular highlight. The Family Anime Festa, an event where children can enjoy anime-related activities, is held alongside the Public Days.
How to Get Tickets for AnimeJapan 2025
Tickets for AnimeJapan 2025 are available from February 25 to March 21 from the official website, and you can also get the same-day tickets on the site.
▶︎Check out how to to buy tickets for AnimeJapan 2025!
Please be noted that the photos and details below are those in the past.
Booth Exhibitions
You can see hundreds of Japanese anime from classic to the latest ones at Exhibitor’s Booth Areas. For example: Dragon Ball, Bleach, Sword Art Online, Monogatari Series, Detective Conan, Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World, One Punch Man, Captain Tsubasa, Fate/stay night, Cells at Work!
Here are only a part of the anime and companies exhibited at the convention.
Aniplex (Fate Series, Monogatari Series, Sword Art Online, etc), Kadokawa (Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World, KonoSuba, OVER LORD, etc), Comix Wave Films (Makoto Shinkai’s works including Weathering With You), Toei Animation (One Piece, Dragon Ball, etc), SQUARE ENIX, Attack on Titan, 22/7, Love Live! Sunshine!! Premium Shop and more booths.
AJ Stage
There are two enormous stages in AnimeJapan: a 1000-person-capacity stage and a 700-person-capacity one where you can enjoy live show performances and talk shows related to the latest and upcoming anime. In addition, AnimeJapan offers two more stages which are available for any visitor.
Cosplayer’s World
The popular event Cosplayer’s World is held every year, too. It shows you the cosplay parade with numerous cosplayers that anyone at the convention can participate in. Check more info about Cosplayer’s World at its Twitter’s account!
Family Anime Festa
No worry even if you come to the event with kids. Family Anime Festa offers the chance to play with adorable anime characters that kids love and enjoy some workshops and the food park .
Special Items
At AnimeJapan, you can get exclusive anime goods related to the event’s theme “Japan” which are never sold except there.
Production Works Gallery
Production Works Gallery has hold the unique exhibitions where you can go behind the scenes of anime. There are lots of items that especially creators enjoy watching and learning about Anime.
<<Information>>
Location: Tokyo Big Sight
Date (Public Day): 22nd and 23rd March, 2025
Date (Business Day): 24th and 25th March, 2025
Official Website: https://www.anime-japan.jp/en/
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the annual biggest anime convention if you are fans of Japanese anime. For more info about Japanese pop culture, check these articles below, too.
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