Written by Aarohi Narain
Thought analog gaming was dead? Think again — Game Market brings together indie creators, veteran designers, and tabletop devotees for a sprawling two-day convention.
What happens?
Game Market is a biannual convention where board game lovers of all stripes — from hardcore RPGers to families — gather to play, shop, and connect. Expect thousands of booths featuring everything from indie-designed card games to international board game hits, plus demos, accessories, and real-life mystery games.
Schedule
Game Market is held twice a year in spring and autumn.
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Tickets 2025
Ticketing details for the autumn 2025 edition have not yet been announced. However, the spring edition cost ¥1,500 for adults, while entry was free for high school students and younger.
Nov 22–Nov 23, 2025
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- 0.6 km from Kaihin-Makuhari Station Keiyō Line (JE14)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 18 ºC
Low: 9 ºC
