BRINGING A
PIECE OF JAPAN

Inspired by Tokyo’s evolving streets and pop culture, the event features vendors, guests, performances, and nonstop experiences that connect tradition with today’s trends.

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TOKYO X CAR SHOW

HIN is coming back 2026 to team up with Tokyo X - Houston, Texas, Car show! They are bigger and better than before with more cars, Miss HIN contest, and more guests

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2026

January
21
Canceled
ASIA SOCIETY COLLAB
February
21
Complete
TOKYO RACER
February
26
Complete
TUNA CUTTING FEAST
April
19
Complete
KANPAI FESTIVAL - Houston
April
25
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CARS & CLAW - CAR MEET
May
9
Complete
AAPI FEST

July

11

Saturday (3PM)

SPACE COWBOY COLLAB

September

26-27

Saturday - Sunday (10 - 8PM)

TOKYO X

September

26

Saturday (9PM)

HIN AFTER-PARTY

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WIN FREE STAY IN JAPAN

For every Tokyo X tickets purchased attendees get a chance to enter raffle for stay in Japan!

There will be a QR code on the day of the event for all Attendee to scan after entering event.

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2026 GUEST LINEUP

Bringing together professionals from your favorite Japanese Industries, alongside world-renowned cosplayers and influencers, uniting talent from across the globe to celebrate Japanese culture.

GUEST OF HONOR

Karen Fukuhara

VOICE ACTORS

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Cosplayer

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Cosplayer

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COSPLAYER

Halcybella

Cosplayer

Raine Emery

Cosplayer

Cowbutt Crunchies

Cosplayer

Yaya Han

Cosplayer

ILLUSTRATOR

Mostafa

Illustrator

Takumi

Illustrator

Chad Hardin

Illustrator

Sukesha Ray

Illustrator

Hidetoshi Omori

Illustrator

Gen Sato

Illustrator

INDUSTRY

Vicki Li

Model

Dai Yoshihara

Professional Drifter

Gina Darling

Streamer, Model

Culture

Contest

SAMURAI EXHIBIT

Houston's largest collection of Samurai armor, swords, artifacts and , Ukiyo-e

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TOKYO X FASHION SHOW + MODEL SEARCH

TOKYO X is excited to announce our first Fashion Show in collaboration with @glamb_official and @kinuenofficial bringing street wear to modern kimono to Houston.

We are currently seeking models of all experience levels to participate in the Tokyo X Fashion Show.

✔ Open to all backgrounds and body types
✔ Opportunity to represent Japanese fashion brands on stage
✔ Perform in front of thousands of attendees

📅 Fashion Show: Sunday, September 27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

Apply now through the Tokyo X website and be part of our inaugural Fashion Show experience! - Link in Bio

#TokyoX #TokyoX2026 #fashionshow #japan #houston

TOKYO X FATHER’S DAY SALE

Celebrate the dads who introduced us to anime, gaming, martial arts, cars, and all things Japan!

For a limited time, save 15% OFF your Tokyo X tickets with our Father’s Day promotion.

🎟️ 15% OFF All Ticket Types
🏷️ Use Code: DADSDAY26
📅 Sale Starts: June 15, 2026
📅 Sale Ends: June 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Whether you’re bringing Dad to experience Japanese culture, check out incredible cars, enjoy live performances, explore 600+ vendors, or spend the weekend together at Houston’s largest Japanese festival, now is the perfect time to grab your tickets.

📍 Tokyo X 2026
📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

Ticket link in Bio 🔗

#TokyoX #houston #FathersDay #FathersDaySale

🔥 JOJO FANS, THIS IS YOUR MOMENT! 🔥

Tokyo X is excited to announce that legendary Japanese singer CODA is coming to Houston for Tokyo X 2026!

Known for performing the iconic JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure opening theme “BLOODY STREAM,” CODA will be making a special appearance at Tokyo X and meeting fans throughout the weekend.

🎟️ All Tokyo X attendees will have access to CODA’s LIVE CONCERT on Sunday, September 27th as part of admission!

VIP tickets are selling fast to watch his concert front row!

📸 Meet & Greets: Saturday 9/26
🎤 Live Concert: Sunday, 9/27
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas
📅 September 26–27, 2026

Whether you’re a lifelong JoJo fan or simply love Japanese music, this is a rare opportunity to experience one of anime’s most recognizable voices LIVE in Texas.

⭐ Hear the songs live
⭐ Meet CODA in person
⭐ Celebrate JoJo with fellow fans
⭐ Included with Tokyo X admission

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now - Link in Bio

#tokyox #jojobizarreadventure #anime #houston #htx

⚽🇯🇵 TOKYO X x GOOD GAMES SPORTS CLUB 🇯🇵⚽

Tokyo X is excited to announce our partnership with Good Games Sports Club as the Official Japan Watch Party Headquarters for the FIFA World Cup!

Join fellow fans as we cheer on Samurai Blue, celebrate Japanese culture, and experience every exciting moment of Japan’s World Cup journey together.

📍 Good Games Sports Club 1919 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77008

🇯🇵 JAPAN WORLD CUP SCHEDULE 🇯🇵
⚽ Netherlands vs Japan 📅 June 14, 2026 🕒 3:00 PM

⚽ Tunisia vs Japan 📅 June 20, 2026 🕚 11:00 PM

⚽ Japan vs Sweden 📅 June 25, 2026 🕕 6:00 PM

Come out to support Samurai Blue or simply looking for the best atmosphere in Houston to watch the matches, Good Games Sports Club is the place to be.

#tokyox #houston #fifa #soccer

🦈✨ PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🦈

Tokyo X is proud to welcome NextShark as an official partner for Tokyo X 2026!

As one of the leading Asian and Asian American media platforms, NextShark reaches millions of readers and followers around the world, highlighting stories, culture, entertainment, and communities that matter.

Through this partnership, NextShark will help share the excitement of Tokyo X with an even larger audience while celebrating the connection between Houston and Japan.

From anime and gaming to food, fashion, music, culture, and community, Tokyo X continues to grow as one of the largest Japanese cultural festivals in Texas—and we’re excited to have NextShark join us on that journey.

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

Stay tuned for exclusive features, event coverage, guest announcements, and more as we count down to Tokyo X 2026!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now.l - link in bio

#TokyoX #TokyoX2026 #NextShark #HoustonEvents

🎭⚾ ANIME NIGHT COMES TO LIFE! ⚾🎭

Tokyo X is excited to bring the cosplay community to Anime Night with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys!

Please join us in welcoming our featured cosplay guests:

✨ @mortalmikasa
✨ @gry_ghost_artistry
✨ @ana_bunny02
✨ @graycoricos
✨ @the5thyonko__
✨ @jenjamxo

📅 July 11, 2026
📍 Constellation Field – Sugar Land, Texas
🚪 Gates Open: 5:30 PM
⚾ First Pitch: 7:05 PM

🎁 The first 2,000 attendees will receive an official My Hero Academia collaboration jersey courtesy of the Sugar Land Space Cowboys!

Whether you’re a baseball fan, anime fan, cosplayer, or all three, Anime Night is shaping up to be an unforgettable experience.

Who’s ready to see Anime Night come to life? 🎉

#TokyoX #baseball #sugarland #anime

🇯🇵 AITAI KUJI IS COMING TO TOKYO X 2026! 🇯🇵

Flying in from Japan, Aitai Kuji⁠ will be joining Tokyo X with a huge selection of authentic anime, gaming, and character merchandise straight from Japan!

🛍️ Shop exclusive collectibles, figures, apparel, accessories, plushies, keychains, and limited-edition items that are often difficult to find outside of Japan.

💬 We want to hear from you!
What anime series, characters, or exclusive merchandise would you like Aitai Kuji to bring to Houston? Drop your requests in the comments and your favorite item might make it to their Tokyo X booth!

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

Ticket 🎫 link in Bio

#tokyox #anime #vendor #kawaii

🧵✨ Bernette Joins Tokyo X 2026! ✨🧵

We are excited to welcome @bernetteusa to Tokyo X 2026 as they partner with Yaya Han to support this year’s Cosplay Contest!

The Best in Show Cosplay Champion will take home a Bernette Yaya Han Edition Sewing Machine, giving one talented creator the tools to bring future cosplay projects to life.

Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or a veteran costume maker, be sure to stop by the Bernette booth during the event. Their team will be on-site sharing sewing tips, techniques, project inspiration, and information about their machines designed specifically for makers and cosplayers.

🎭 Tokyo X Cosplay Contest
🏆 Best in Show Prize: Bernette Yaya Han Edition Sewing Machine
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas
📅 September 26–27, 2026

Applications for cosplay close June 20th! Link in bio

#sowing #houston #bernette

USA OLYMPIC FENCING IS COMING TO TOKYO X!

We are excited to announce that the official team from USA Fencing will be joining Tokyo X 2026 at Reliant Center in Houston, Texas! USA Fencing is the recognized National Governing Body for Olympic and Paralympic fencing in the United States and oversees Team USA’s international fencing programs.

For the first time at Tokyo X, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the fast-paced world of Olympic fencing through:

⚔️ Live Olympic-style fencing demonstrations
⚔️ Meet elite athletes and coaches
⚔️ Learn about foil, épée, and saber competition
⚔️ Interactive activities and educational experiences
⚔️ A chance to discover one of the world’s oldest and most exciting Olympic sports

Whether you’re an anime fan inspired by epic sword battles, a martial arts enthusiast, or simply curious about Olympic sports, this is an attraction you won’t want to miss.

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

#TokyoX2026 #USAFencing #Olympics #TeamUSA

🎮 LEVEL UP AT TOKYO X 2026 🎮

We’re excited to welcome @hebistudios to Tokyo X 2026!

Get ready for a dedicated gaming experience featuring:

🕹️ Classic Box Arcades
🎮 Console Gaming Stations
🏆 Video Game Tournaments
👾 Free Play Gaming Areas
🎯 Competitive Challenges & Prizes

Founded in Texas, Hebi Studios is an independent game development and gaming event company that has been active in the gaming community for years.

Whether you’re a casual player, retro arcade fan, or tournament competitor, the Tokyo X Gaming Area will have something for everyone.

📍 Tokyo X 2026
📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, Texas

Who’s ready to test their skills and claim victory? 🏆

#TokyoX #TokyoX2026 #Gaming #VideoGames #ArcadeGames RetroGaming Esports

🏎️🔥 HOT IMPORT NIGHTS x TOKYO X 2026 🔥🏎️

The wait is over! Hot Import Nights is coming to Tokyo X on September 26–27, 2026 at Reliant Center in Houston, Texas!

We’re bringing together custom imports, JDM builds, exotics, motorcycles, Itasha, and some of the region’s most passionate automotive enthusiasts for an unforgettable weekend celebrating car culture and Japanese pop culture.

🚗 Vehicle Applications Are NOW OPEN
Think your build has what it takes? Apply today for a chance to showcase your vehicle at one of Houston’s biggest Japanese culture festivals.

👑 MISS HIN HOUSTON SEARCH
The search for the next Miss HIN Houston begins at Tokyo X! Don’t miss your opportunity to compete and be part of the legendary Hot Import Nights experience.

✨ 100+ Featured Vehicles
✨ Anime & JDM Culture
✨ Miss HIN Competition
✨ Special Guests
✨ Vendors & Exhibitors
✨ Automotive Community Meetups

Application link in bio 🔗

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Reliant Center – Houston, TX

#TokyoX #HotImportNights #HIN #MissHIN #JDM

🎭 Cosplay Contest Applications Are Closing Soon! 🎭

Our cosplay judges @halcybella and @raineemery have a special message for all cosplayers:

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned competitor, now is your chance to showcase your craftsmanship, performance, and passion for cosplay in front of thousands of fans.

📅 Cosplay Contest Application Deadline: June 20, 2026
📍 Tokyo X 2026 – Reliant Center, Houston, Texas
🏆 Best in Show: Yaya Han Sewing Machine + Cosplay Cup

Don’t wait until the last minute—submit your application today and join one of the biggest cosplay competitions in Texas!

Applications link in bio 🔗

#cosplay #houston #cosplayer #anime

🎨 ARTIST ALLEY SOLD OUT! 🎨

We are excited to announce that Artist Alley for Tokyo X 2026 is officially SOLD OUT!

This year, over 280 artists from across the United States will be joining us at NRG Center, making this our largest Artist Alley ever. From anime-inspired artwork and original creations to handcrafted goods and collectibles, attendees will have the opportunity to discover and support an incredible lineup of talented creators.

A huge thank you to every artist who applied and to our community for helping make this possible.

⚠️ While Artist Alley is sold out, Merchandise Vendor and Food Vendor Applications are still open!

📍 NRG Center – Houston, Texas
🗓 September 26–27, 2026

#TokyoX #houston #anime #artist

⚾️✨ ANIME NIGHT ✨⚾️

Tokyo X is excited to collaborate with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys @slspacecowboys for a special Anime Night as they take on the Albuquerque Isotopes!

As part of this incredible event, the Space Cowboys will be releasing an official My Hero Academia collaboration jersey.

We’ll be bringing anime vendors, cosplay guests, cosplay meetups, artists, collectibles, gaming, apparel, and Japanese pop culture to the ballpark for one unforgettable night!

🎭 Vendor Applications Now Open
📸 Cosplay Guest and Meetup Applications Now Open

📅 July 11, 2026
⏰ Game Time: 7:05 PM (Doors open 5:30pm)
📍 Constellation Field
1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77498

Come celebrate where baseball meets anime and join thousands of fans for an evening of heroes, fandom, and fun! ⚾️💥

🔗 Applications & Event Information: Link in Bio

Vendor and Cosplay Applications are open

#TokyoX #baseball #MyHeroAcademia #night

👟🔥 Sneakerheads, this one’s for you!

Tokyo X is excited to welcome Grail’d to Tokyo X 2026!

Step into the world of sneaker culture with:
👟 Sneaker Education Panels
📸 Interactive Sneaker-Themed Photo Booth
🎨 Creative Activities & Community Engagement
🔥 Exclusive Sneaker Culture Experiences

Whether you’re a longtime collector, a fashion enthusiast, or just getting started in the sneaker scene, Grail’d will be bringing an immersive experience that celebrates the culture, history, and passion behind some of the world’s most iconic sneakers.

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 NRG Center | Houston, TX

Get your tickets today and experience the intersection of Japanese pop culture, fashion, and sneaker culture at Tokyo X!

🎟️ Tickets Link in Bio

#TokyoX #TokyoX2026 #Graild #SneakerCulture

🎤 TOKYO X 2026 PANEL APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! 🎤

Have a passion for anime, Japanese culture, gaming, cosplay, fashion, art, travel, food, collectibles, or fandom communities? We want to hear from you!

Tokyo X is looking for panelists, educators, creators, and fans who want to share their knowledge, experiences, and interests with thousands of attendees.

Whether you’re hosting a discussion, workshop, presentation, Q&A, or interactive activity, this is your chance to be part of one of Texas’ largest Japanese culture festivals.

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 NRG Center – Houston, Texas

✨ Anime
✨ Japanese Culture
✨ Cosplay
✨ Gaming
✨ Fashion
✨ Art & Crafts
✨ Travel
✨ Food & Drinks
✨ Collectibles & More

⏰ Panel Applications Close August 1, 2026

🔗 Apply Today – Link in Bio

#TokyoX #panel #discussion #educate

🎴 Rooted Games x Tokyo X 2026 🤖

We’re excited to announce our collaboration with Rooted Games to bring an all-new TCG & Gundam Area to Tokyo X 2026!

⚔️ One Piece Card Game Tournaments
🤖 Gundam Card Game Tournaments
🛠️ Gundam Building Workshop
🎨 Learn painting techniques, customization tips, and model-building advice from experienced builders.

Whether you’re a competitive player, a longtime Gunpla fan, or just getting started, this is the place to connect with the community, sharpen your skills, and celebrate your favorite hobbies.

📍 Tokyo X 2026
📅 September 26–27, 2026
🏟️ NRG Center – Houston, TX

#gundam #onepiece #tcg #anime

🎤 Jon Bailey has a special message for all of you!

He’s excited to join us at Tokyo X 2026 and can’t wait to meet everyone in Houston this September!

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 NRG Center | Houston, TX

▶️ Check out his video message!

🎟️ Tickets available now — link in bio.

#TokyoX #JonBailey #marvel #transformer

🎮✨ GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🎮

Please welcome Gina Darling @missginadarling to Tokyo X 2026!

In her 15+ year career across all media content and social platforms, Gina Darling has amassed an incredibly loyal social media following of over 4 million as a top gaming, television, and internet personality.

She is best known for hosting Attack of the Show! on G4TV, as well as WWE’s Arena and Just Kidding Films.

Her charismatic and hilarious energy can be found across platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, where she continues to entertain millions of fans around the world.

🔥 Meet Gina Darling at Tokyo X on September 26–27, 2026 at NRG Center in Houston, Texas!

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 NRG Center – Houston, Texas
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now - link in bio

#houston #stream #twitch #wwe

🚨 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🚨

Join our volunteer team and help bring one of Texas’ largest Japanese culture festivals to life! Gain behind-the-scenes experience, meet new people, and be part of an unforgettable weekend.

✅ Free Event Admission
✅ Volunteer T-Shirt
✅ Event Perks

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 NRG Center – Houston, TX

Apply today — link in bio // wwww.tokyonightfest.com

#houston #help #volunteers #support

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