Comic City is likely the second-largest doujinshi convention in Japan. It’s especially known as the largest female-oriented doujin event in the world, held several times a year in Tokyo, Fukuoka, and Osaka. While large in scale, it’s less crowded than Comiket, making it ideal for those who want to browse and shop for doujinshi and merchandise at a relaxed pace.
Similar events include COMITIA and Comiket. At COMITIA, you won’t find existing anime-related goods like "Attack on Titan" merchandise, as it focuses solely on original works. (Comic City, on the other hand, features both anime-based fan works and original creations.)
Comiket tends to lean more towards male-oriented content, though some female-focused goods are available. For more details about Comiket, check here.
In 2019, Comic City welcomed a total of 690,000 visitors, making it the second-largest after Comiket. If you plan to attend, we recommend arriving early. Especially if you’re after specific merchandise, it’s best to get there on the first train.
In short, if you’re looking for otome games, BL, or handsome male character goods targeted at female fans, Comic City is highly recommended over both Comiket and COMITIA.
For the official website, click here.
You can also check other events on our event calendar.
Cosplay is welcome at Comic City!
Comic City is held about 10 times a year in Tokyo! In terms of scale, the Golden Week event in May is a "large-scale event" and one of the biggest in Japan. The November event follows in size, while the February event tends to attract fewer participants. Also, the August event usually sees a drop in attendance as it takes place right after Comic Market, Japan’s largest doujinshi convention.
Venue: Tokyo Big Sight
Date | Event Name | Notes |
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July 13, 2025 (Sun) | Hoshi ni Negai wo 2025 -Day 2- | Specific Pairing Focus (Mainly BL) |
August 31, 2025 (Sun) | COMIC CITY VEGA 2025 | |
September 21, 2025 (Sun) | TOKYO FES Sep. 2025 | |
October 19, 2025 (Sun) | COMIC CITY SPARK 20 -Day 1- | |
November 16, 2025 (Sun) | COMIC CITY SPARK 20 -Day 2- | |
December 21, 2025 (Sun) | COMIC CITY Tokyo 152 | |
January 25, 2026 (Sun) | TOKYO FES Jan. 2026 | |
February 1, 2026 (Sun) | VALENTINE ROSE FES 2026 -Day 1- | |
February 8, 2026 (Sun) | VALENTINE ROSE FES 2026 -Day 2- | |
March 20, 2026 (Thu, National Holiday) | HARU COMIC CITY 35 | ★ Large-scale Event! |
“Hoshi ni Negai wo” focuses on specific pairings (mainly BL), while other events cover a wide range of genres. Click here for the official website
Cosplay Tickets:
Purchase here
*If tickets are not listed, cosplay will not be allowed at that event.
Please note that cosplay is not available at every Comic City event.
Admission tickets are available for purchase on-site!
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