Tokyo Big Sight 10:30
Morning entry ¥1,210 (in stores), afternoon entry ¥440 (in stores), ¥1,000 (on-site)
One of the world's largest comic fanzine sales events, Tokyo's Comiket returns for just two days this August. Everything pop culture from manga and anime to costumes, music and merch will be on display and for sale. Plus, there will be a cosplay corner where you can mingle with die-hard fans dressed up as their favourite characters.
Similar to previous years, you can expect around 20,000 fans participating in cosplay. Additionally, one of the highlights of the event is the opportunity to purchase doujinshi manga (self-published print works) directly from indie authors.
While early bird tickets are now sold out, you can purchase morning (11am) or afternoon entry (12.30pm onwards) wristbands in advance at participating outlets, including Animate, Toranoana and Melon Books and online via eplus.