• Visitors’ baggage inspections will be conducted on the Public Days (September 18 and 19). For details, see the notices listed below.
• Contents and schedule of exhibits and events are subject to change at the organizer’s discretion.
• Please note that the admission gates close at 16:00 on the Public Days (September 18 and 19).
• Admission may be restricted depending on the size of the crowd at the venue.
• There are special gates for the disabled who need assistance. Please ask the staff for information.
• Baby strollers and pets (except for guide dogs and service dogs) are not permitted.
• Children younger than the school age should be accompanied by their parents or guardians.
• Visitors with children younger than the school age may use the special gates leading to the family corner.
• All visitors are required to follow the instructions given by the staff; otherwise, they may be asked to leave.
  Moreover, the organizer does not assume any responsibility for accidents that may occur owing to a failure to follow the instructions and notices.
• The organizer does not assume any responsibility for lost items, etc.
• Paging services are not available at the venue.
• Smoking is not permitted in the facility, except at specifically designated areas.
• Eating and drinking is allowed only at designated corners
• Photography may not be allowed at certain exhibits.
• Cosplayers must follow the rules specified by the event organizer. For details, see the notices listed below.
• If you wish to try certain games, you need to present a document that verifies your age (driver’s license, passport, or student ID card, etc.).
  Your age will be checked at each booth. Please follow the booth staff’s instructions when you play.
• Please note that there will be video shootings and photo takings by reporters or the Management Office at the venue; visitors’ images might appear on the television, newspapers, magazines, or websites, etc.

Baggage Inspection on Public Days

At the Tokyo Game Show 2010, for the purpose of protecting the visitors’ security, baggage inspections will be conducted on both the Public Days (September 18, Saturday, and September 19, Sunday). We will set up baggage inspection booths along the paths leading to the admission gates.

There are items that are strictly prohibited at the venue (see below). Keep your baggage as compact as possible so that the inspections will proceed smoothly. It is expected that those visitors with large amounts of baggage will have longer inspections (for example, those who plan to cosplay). Please arrive early to allow enough of time for this. In addition, with regard to pet bottles, we might check the contents inside.

We request for your understanding and cooperation to ensure the safe management of the venue.

Location of baggage inspection booths

Exhibition hall
1st floor: General public entrance (near the welcome gate)
2nd floor: Near the east, west, and central entrances

List of prohibited items

There are items that are strictly prohibited at the venue. If the items you carry are not allowed inside, either leave them at the baggage inspection booth or store them in the temporary-built coin lockers.

Prohibited items

• Long items, with an overall length of 50 cm or more (regardless of the material)
  Umbrellas, canes, rackets, and other similar items brought in for cosplay are subject to this regulation (extendable items whose maximum length is over 50 cm are not allowed).
  Costumes and accessories, including helmets and armors, are also subject to this regulation. Attachments, such as horns and shoulder pads, with a length of 50 cm or more are not allowed.
• Arms and weapons such as guns, swords, bows and arrows, and chains
  Model guns; air guns; knives; items with sharp edges such as ice picks, awls, and needles; and pairs of scissors are not permitted. Pointed attachments on costumes, such as helmets and armors, are also not allowed.
• Toxic substances, drugs, and other harmful substances
• Combustible and highly inflammable items such as fuels, warning flares, fireworks, gunpowder, and a large number of lighters or matchboxes
• A hammer or screwdriver that could be used as a weapon
• Liquor
• Pets and other animals (except for guide dogs and service dogs)
• Items that could inflict injury or damage on a person or property
  Bicycles; roller skates; skateboards; and items such as yo-yos, balls, and disks that can be thrown around are not permitted.
• Other items that the staff consider dangerous.

Detailed information will be updated on this page as it becomes available.

To Cosplayers

Those who plan to cosplay at the Tokyo Game Show are required to read and follow the rules and regulations listed below. If you have any questions, contact the dedicated changing room staff

Costumes

The following costumes are not permitted. If any rules are found to be violated, the relevant cosplayers may be asked to stop the cosplay.

• Costumes of professionals with special responsibilities
  Uniforms of policemen, firemen, self-defense officials and security guards, as well as doctor’s coats, nurse’s uniforms, etc. are prohibited.
• Skimpy costumes
  Regardless of gender, costumes with exposed breasts, waists, and other parts of the body are not permitted. When wearing a skimpy costume, wear underwear, tights, spats, etc. to avoid exposing too much skin.
• Costumes that are disturbing to others
  Costumes in the form of Nazi military uniforms or those that depict terrorism, have blood or tattoos on them, etc. are disallowed. In addition, costumes that remind people of certain individuals or evoke racial discrimination are prohibited.
• Costumes that are a nuisance to others
  Large size full-body suits, papier-mâché costumes, and long skirts or mantles that are dragged on the floor, etc. are not permitted.

In addition to following the above rules and regulations, cosplayers must accept full responsibility when they cosplay. The organizers and the venue do not assume responsibility or liability for any loss or damage due to the contents or elements of cosplay.

Furthermore, if complaints are received about your cosplay, we may demand that you stop cosplaying。

Cosplay props

The following items are prohibited

• Long items, with an overall length of 50 cm or more (regardless of the material)
  Umbrellas, canes, rackets, and other similar items brought in for cosplay are subject to this regulation (extendable items whose maximum length is over 50 cm are not allowed). Even if the length is less than 50 cm, do not swing such items around. The use of fresh vegetables and other food items is not allowed.
  Costumes and accessories, including helmets and armors, are also subject to this regulation. Attachments, such as horns and shoulder pads with a length of 50 cm or more are not permitted.
• Arms and weapons such as guns, swords, and chains
  Model guns, air guns, items with sharp edges, and swords and chains are prohibited. Pointed attachments on costumes, such as helmets and armors, are also not permitted.
  Imitations made of soft materials are allowed; however, such items should not be swung around or pointed at others. Be careful and pay attention to everyone around you as you move.
• Items that could inflict injury or damage on persons or property
  Do not bring in roller skates, skateboards, or items that can be thrown around (such as yo-yos, balls, and disks).
• Liquor, fuels, chemicals, and noisy items
  The use of combustible and highly inflammable materials and items that emit strong odors is disallowed. Drinking and smoking are not permitted at the venue. Activities that could harm other visitors owing to loud noises, such as the use of radio cassette players, loudspeakers, or musical instruments, as well as loud singing in groups are not allowed. Furthermore, it is prohibited to carry food around (including fresh vegetables) to avoid staining the facility and others’ costumes, etc.

Other items that the staff might consider dangerous will not be permitted.

Notice to cosplay participants

Use of changing room

• Changing is allowed in designated cosplay changing rooms only. Changing in a restroom or at another location is strictly forbidden. Use of hair sprays or color splays in the facility (including changing rooms) is also prohibited.
• Eating, drinking, resting, and photography/videography in the changing rooms are prohibited. If you find a secret camera or other suspicious objects in the changing rooms, notify the staff immediately.
• Please note that the men’s changing room may be temporarily used as a “women’s changing room” for a certain time depending on the situation.
• Your luggage can be kept in the cloakroom; however, we request you to carry your valuables on you at all times.
  The organizer does not assume any responsibility for theft or damage. All unattended items in the exhibition halls will be considered lost property.
• Please cooperate when the staff checks your costumes at the exits of the changing rooms. If your cosplay props are in violation of the rules, they may ask you to leave the props with them.
• Please be sure to adhere to the designated usage time. Changing rooms will be crowded around closing time. Please cooperate by changing in advance and be sure to go through the reception to the changing rooms by 16:00.
• Coming into or leaving the venue wearing your cosplay costume is prohibited.

Sewing-set rental services are available. If you need this, please contact the dedicated changing room staff.

Notice concerning the use of the venue

• Activities such as running around, making noise, or flashy attractions and performances that are a nuisance to others are prohibited.
• When you move around the exhibition halls, be sure not to obstruct the exhibit booths and other visitors.
• Sitting or chatting in groups at the venue is also prohibited.

Photography

• Registration for photography is not required.
• Photography is allowed only at certain corners of the Yasuragi Mall (between Hall 3 and Hall 4) and at other areas designated by the Management Office. Photography in the changing rooms, around the cloakrooms, the exhibit booth areas, and on crowded hallways is prohibited.
• When taking photos, be sure to obtain permission from the target individuals. In addition, to avoid including unrelated persons in the picture, take photos in front of a wall.
• Certain shooting equipment that is judged by the staff to be bothersome to other visitors will be prohibited.
• Photos taken at the venue are not permitted to be submitted or sold to publication companies, etc.
• Photography for the purpose of profit making is strictly prohibited.
• If you wish to post the image on a personal website, be sure to obtain approvals from the relevant individuals.

Furthermore, if complaints are received or if other issues arise, we might demand that you stop cosplaying.

We welcome many visitors around the world to this event. Please cooperate by observing the rules and regulations so that all visitors can enjoy the event