Anime Events

Biggest Anime & Manga event in Kansai Area!


KYOMAF, short for Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair, is one of the largest manga and anime events held in the Kansai area of Japan!
KYOMAF 2026 will be held on September 19 (Sat) – September 20 (Sun), 2026.
The venues are Miyako Messe, ROHM Theatre Kyoto, and the Kyoto International Manga Museum.
Details about admission tickets, exhibitor booths, stage programs, food, and merchandise are currently Coming Soon.
Please check the official website for the latest updates!

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

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Basic Information about Kyomaf

KYOMAF is one of the largest manga and anime events held once a year in Kyoto. One of its unique features is that it often connects anime and manga culture with Kyoto’s traditional culture and local industries.

The second venue, Kyoto International Manga Museum, will also be used during KYOMAF 2026. During the event period, the museum will extend its opening hours, and a direct temporary bus is planned to run between Miyako Messe and the Kyoto International Manga Museum.

KYOMAF 2026 Basic Information
Dates: September 19 (Sat) – September 20 (Sun), 2026
Main Venues: Miyako Messe / ROHM Theatre Kyoto
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
※Until 4:00 PM on September 20
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing

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

Admission tickets, exhibitor booths, stage programs, food, and merchandise: Coming Soon
Note: All times are based on JST.

Ticket Information

At KYOMAF, stage programs and other special events are usually held during the event period. However, details about KYOMAF 2026 tickets, stage viewing, lottery applications, same-day tickets, and fast passes have not been announced yet. This section summarizes the basic information available so far.

KYOMAF 2026 Admission Tickets


Ticket information for KYOMAF 2026 is currently Coming Soon. Details such as advance tickets, same-day tickets, common admission tickets with Kyoto International Manga Museum, and ticket prices will be updated after the official announcement.

Basic Information
Event Dates: September 19 (Sat) – September 20 (Sun), 2026
Main Venues: Miyako Messe / ROHM Theatre Kyoto
Main Venue Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
※Until 4:00 PM on September 20
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing

Second Venue: Kyoto International Manga Museum
Second Venue Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing

Admission Tickets: Coming Soon
Sales Start Date: To be announced
Price: To be announced


※Important Notes
・Ticket prices, sales periods, and purchase methods for KYOMAF 2026 have not been announced yet.
・Do not use the 2025 ticket prices or sales schedules for the 2026 page.
・Please check the official website after the official announcement.


Stage Viewing


KYOMAF usually features stage programs with voice actors, cast members, and creators. However, details about KYOMAF 2026 stage programs, viewing methods, and lottery applications are currently Coming Soon.

Basic Information
Stage Programs: Coming Soon
Guests / Cast: To be announced
Viewing Method: To be announced
Lottery Application Period: To be announced
Results Announcement: To be announced


※Important Notes
・Whether stage viewing requires an admission ticket, advance application, or lottery entry will be announced later.
・Details such as guests, stage schedules, and viewing areas have not been announced yet.


Kyoto International Manga Museum


Kyoto International Manga Museum will be used as the second venue for KYOMAF 2026. During the event period, the museum will extend its opening hours to 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. A direct temporary bus is also planned to run between Miyako Messe and the Kyoto International Manga Museum.

Basic Information
Venue: Kyoto International Manga Museum
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
Direct Temporary Bus: Planned
Bus Schedule: Coming Soon
Programs / Exhibitions: Coming Soon


Same-Day Tickets


Information about KYOMAF 2026 same-day tickets has not been announced yet. Details such as availability, prices, sales locations, and sales times will be updated after the official announcement.

Basic Information
Same-Day Tickets: To be announced
Price: To be announced
Sales Location: To be announced
Sales Time: To be announced


KYOMAF Fast Pass


Information about KYOMAF 2026 Fast Pass has not been announced yet. Details such as whether priority admission tickets or fast passes will be sold, their prices, and purchase methods will be updated after the official announcement.

Basic Information
KYOMAF Fast Pass: To be announced
Sales Method: To be announced
Sales Period: To be announced
Price: To be announced


※Important Notes
・Ticket details for KYOMAF 2026 are currently Coming Soon.
・Admission tickets, stage viewing, fast passes, and same-day ticket details will be updated after the official announcement.
・Details may differ from previous years, including 2025 ticket prices, sales schedules, and lottery systems.

Cosplay!

For KYOMAF 2026, a cosplay area is planned to be available again. However, details such as whether acosta! will be held jointly, ticket prices, reception, changing rooms, luggage storage, and available cosplay photo locations have not been announced yet.

KYOMAF 2026 Cosplay Information
Cosplay Area: Planned
acosta! Collaboration: To be announced
Ticket Price: To be announced
Reception / Changing Room / Luggage Storage: To be announced
Available Photo Locations: To be announced
Details: Coming Soon


※Important Notes
・Information about acosta! at KYOMAF 2026 has not been announced yet.
・Do not use the 2025 ticket prices, reception location, changing room details, or photo locations for the 2026 page.
・Cosplay participation rules, available photo areas, equipment rules, and ticket sales methods will be updated after the official announcement.
・Whether visitors may arrive at or leave the venue while in cosplay should be checked after the 2026 official rules are released.
・If tickets are sold, sales periods, ticket availability, and same-day ticket rules may differ depending on the ticket type.
・Please check the KYOMAF official website and acosta! official website for the latest information before 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, 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.


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KYOMAF 2026 Summary
KYOMAF is a great event for people who love anime, manga, and Kyoto. It is one of the largest manga and anime events in the Kansai area, and visitors can also enjoy Kyoto’s historical atmosphere before or after the event.

Basic Info Summary
Date: September 19 (Sat) – September 20 (Sun), 2026
Main Venues: Miyako Messe / ROHM Theatre Kyoto
Second Venue: Kyoto International Manga Museum
Main Venue Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
※Until 4:00 PM on September 20
Kyoto International Manga Museum Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing

Admission tickets, exhibitor booths, stage programs, food, and merchandise details are currently Coming Soon.
You can check the official website ➡ here!!

Looking for other anime events close to KYOMAF? Check Tokyo Game Show and Magical Mirai!
For more event information, check the 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.