Anime Events

Biggest Anime & Manga event in Kansai Area!


Kyomaf (stands for Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair) is the largest anime and manga event held in Kansai Area of Japan! This year, Kyomaf 2025 will be held on September 20th (Sat) - September 21st (Sun), 2025!! Also you can buy ticket now!! from the official source!! You can also check it on the official website!

You can also check out other events on the event calendar from here!

Kyomafu is Held here.

Basic Information about Kyomaf

Kyomaf, the largest anime and manga event held once a year in Kyoto!! And in Kyomaf you can buy not only anime goodies but also collaborations with Kyoto's traditional crafts like anime kimono!!

Also, at the second venue, the Kyoto International Manga Museum, various exhibitions and cosplay events are held, so I recommend visiting if you have time!

Kyomaf 2025 Basic Information
Dates: September 20(Sat) & 21(Sun), 2025
Main Venues: Miyako Messe / ROHM Theatre Kyoto
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM (Until 4:00 PM on the 21st)

Second Venue: Kyoto International Manga Museum
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM ~ 7:00 PM (Last admission is 30 minutes before closing)

Note: All the time is based on JST.
       

Ticket Information

At Kyomaf, just like at AnimeJapan, there are stages featuring voice actors. To see these stages, you must purchase a ticket that includes a lottery application in advance and then apply! Here, we'll explain those tickets!

Kyomaf Okoshiyasu Ticket


This is the ultimate, super-strong ticket that gives you priority admission, entry to the Kyoto International Museum, and allows you to view all stages! It's pricey, but for two days, the price is quite reasonable... However, the competition for these tickets is intense and ticket sales is not available for overseas participants...

Basic Information   
How to get: Lawson Ticket
Ticket pickup: Loppi machines inside Lawson and Ministop
Price: 15,000 yen(Tax included)

Lottery Application Period: July 17, 2025 5:00 PM - August 4, 11:59 PM
Results Announcement: August 7, 2025 3:00 PM


※Important Notes
・The number is limited, and this year it's limited to 120 people...
・The ticket is a two-day pass.
・You need Japanese phone number to apply it


Advance Ticket


The standard ticket! If you're going to Kyomaf, you'll be fine if you buy this one! However, please be aware that you need to purchase a ticket for each day, and if you want to see the stages, you must purchase/apply in advance...

Basic Information   
How to get: Lawson Ticket, KKday, etc.
Sales Period: July 17, 2025 5:00 PM - September 19, 11:59 PM
Ticket pickup: Depends (For Lawson Ticket, at Loppi machines)
Price: 1,800 yen(Tax included)

Stage Lottery Application Period: August 27, 2025 10:00 AM - September 3, 11:59 PM
Results Announcement: September 11, 2025 12:00

Purchase tickets here!
List of vendors is here!


※Important Notes
・To apply for the stage lottery, you must purchase an advance ticket via Lawson ticket by August 20th.
・You need Japanese phone number for Lawson ticket.
・Even if you lose the lottery, it is possible to watch from the viewing area or the standing area.
  


Common Admission Ticket


This is the Advance Ticket with an admission ticket to the Kyoto International Manga Museum included! It's basically the same as the Advance Admission Ticket! Enjoy the Night Museum after Kyomaf...!!   

Basic Information   
How to get: Lawson Ticket, KKday, etc.
Sales Period: July 17, 2025 5:00 PM - September 19, 11:59 PM
Ticket pickup: Depends (For Lawson Ticket, at Loppi machines)
Price: 2,700 yen(Tax included)

Stage Lottery Application Period: August 27, 2025 10:00 AM - September 3, 11:59 PM
Results Announcement: September 11, 2025 00:00 PM

Purchase tickets here!
List of vendors is here!


※Important Notes
・To apply for the stage lottery, you must purchase an advance ticket via Lawson ticket by August 20th.
・You need Japanese phone number for Lawson ticket.
・Even if you lose the lottery, it is possible to watch from the viewing area or the standing area.



Same-Day Ticket


Recommended for people who don't know their plans in advance! However, it's more expensive than the Advance Ticket, so it's not highly recommended...   

Basic Information   
How to get: Lawson Ticket, KKday, Miyako Messe Same-Day Ticket Counter
Sales Period (for the 20th): September 20, 2025 00:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sales Period (for the 21st): September 20, 2025 00:00 AM - September 21, 3:30 PM
Ticket pickup: Depends (For Lawson Ticket, at Loppi machines)
Price: 2,300 yen(Tax included)

Purchase tickets here!


※Important Notes
・You need Japanese phone number for Lawson ticket.



Kyomaf Fast Pass


Recommended for those who want to rush to the goodies and booths ! Allows you to enter right after the Kyomaf Okoshiyasu Ticket holders! If you have Japanese phone number, you can get it!!   

Basic Information
How to get: Lawson Ticket
Advance Lottery Sale: August 21, 2025 10:00 AM - September 3, 11:59 PM
First-Come, First-Served Sale: September 11, 2025 1:00 PM - September 19, 11:59 PM

Ticket pickup: Loppi machines inside Lawson and Ministop
Price: 2,300 yen(Tax included)

Purchase tickets here!


※Important Notes
・You can't join the event with fast ticket. you need admission ticket.
・People with the Kyomaf Okoshiyasu Ticket do not need to purchase this, as priority admission is already included.
・You need Japanese phone number.

Cosplay!

At this year's Kyomaf, acosta!(popular cosplay event) will be held jointly!! In exchange for a higher registration fee, some facilities around the Kyomaf venue is available for cosplay!! Furthermore, it seems they will rent a museum for cosplay at night!!

Kyomaf 2025 acosta! Basic Information
Ticket Price: 2,380 - 4,400 yen(Tax included)
Reception / Changing Room & Luggage Storage: ROHM Theatre Kyoto
Venues: Miyako Messe, KYOCERA Museum of Art, Wagner Plaza, Kyoto City Zoo, Lake Biwa Canal Museum of Kyoto, Keage Incline(National Treasure)

※Important Notes
・Coming to or leaving the venue while in cosplay is prohibited.
・Ticket sales will end once they are sold out.
・Same-day tickets will not be sold at the reception desk. Please purchase same-day tickets via staca.
・Participation times and available photo locations differ depending on the ticket.
・The usable equipment differs depending on the photo location.
・Please check the detailed rules on the official website if you're participating.
     

Hotels + Transportation

Here we introduce the hotels that exist around the Kyomaf venue.



The above map and list display recommended hotels near the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair (KYOMAF) venue. Please note that accommodation prices tend to rise during major events, and the listed hotels are relatively expensive due to their proximity to the event venue. As of the current date (September 15th, 2025), even for a 2-night, 3-day stay, the cost is expected to be at least 10,000 yen per room per night.

Furthermore, prices are likely to increase as the event date approaches. Therefore, for those seeking accommodation near the venue, early reservations are highly recommended.

For individuals looking to save money, consider exploring options slightly further from the venue, such as budget hotels, capsule hotels, or internet cafes.


↑ (Click the image above when making hotel reservations) This is the biggest and the most popular travel company in Japan!! You can reserve hotel at reasonable price!! Cannot understand English? don't worry!! There are English, Thai, Korean and Chinese version for Rakuten!! You can switch it from language. If you're using Smartphone, change website to PC version and switch the language to your language.
To stay in Japan, Japanese site is always the cheapest.

What you need for Kyomafu?

Kyomaf 2025 Summary
Kyomaf is the ultimate event for those who love anime and Kyoto! It's a delightful event where you can enjoy both the historical site around Kyoto and participate the largest anime event in the Kansai area!

Basic Info Summary
Date : September 20th (Sat) - September 21st (Sun), 2025
Main Venue: Miyako Messe Exhibition Center
Sub Venue: Kyoto International Manga Museum

You can check official website ➡here!!

Looking for other anime event close to Kyomaf? Check Tokyo Game Show and Magical Mirai!
For more event information, check event calendar!!
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↑(Click img above for hotel reservations)
This is the biggest and the most popular travel company in Japan!! You can reserve hotel at reasonable price!! There are English, Thai, Korean and Chinese version for Rakuten!! You can switch it from language. If you're using Smartphone, change website to PC version and switch the language to your language.
To stay in Japan, Japanese site is always the cheapest.