Venue comparison
Tokyo Big Sight vs Makuhari Messe
Tokyo Big Sight is in Koto-ku, Tokyo. Makuhari Messe is in Mihama-ku, Chiba. Both are large exhibition centers in the Kanto region.
| Attribute | Tokyo Big Sight | Makuhari Messe |
|---|---|---|
| City | Tokyo, Tokyo | Chiba, Chiba |
| Region | Kanto | Kanto |
| Total exhibition space | TBC | TBC |
| Halls | East Halls, West Halls, South Halls | TBC |
| Nearest stations | Tokyo Big Sight Station (Yurikamome line), about 3 min walk, Kokusai-Tenjijo Station (Rinkai line), about 7 min walk | TBC |
Two Kanto exhibition centers
Tokyo Big Sight is in Koto-ku, Tokyo. Makuhari Messe is in Mihama-ku, Chiba. Both are large exhibition centers in the Kanto region and host many of Japan's biggest trade shows.
Getting there
Both venues can be reached from Haneda and Narita airports by rail or bus. Check our venue pages for the stations and airport access tables. Allow extra time during the morning rush hour.
Where to stay
Tokyo Big Sight is close to central Tokyo hotels. Makuhari Messe has hotels around the venue and in the wider Chiba area. Choose an area that suits your show hours and your meetings.
Typical shows
See each venue's page for the shows in our calendar. Tokyo Big Sight hosts shows such as JIMTOF, SEMICON Japan and FOODEX JAPAN. Makuhari Messe hosts shows such as Inter BEE and Supermarket Trade Show.
Pros and cons for first-time exhibitors
- Tokyo Big Sight: close to central Tokyo and many hotels; some halls are closed for renovation, so check which halls your show uses.
- Makuhari Messe: a large venue with hotels nearby; it is outside central Tokyo, so factor in extra travel time.
Always check your show's exhibitor manual for venue rules.