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Tokyo Big Sight, also known by its official name of Tokyo International Exhibition Center, is the largest convention center in Japan. Located in the Odaiba area of Tokyo, it hosts numerous conferences, exhibitions and events throughout the year.
Tokyo Big Sight is comprised of several buildings. The most notable section is the conference tower, which is made up of four inverted triangles balanced on columns. The reception hall inside can seat 1,100 visitors and the 22 conference rooms all overlook the nearby Tokyo Bay. Events are also held in both the East and West Exhibition Halls, as well as a rooftop exhibition area.
The grounds are dotted with a collection of seven modern artworks from a variety of Japanese and international artists. Works include a stone, water and light creation by Korean artist Lee Ufan, a painting by Irish-born Michael Craig-Martin and a large-scale marble piece by Japanese sculptor Hidetoshi Nagasawa.
Tokyo Big Sight offers a full calendar of events and exhibitions throughout the year, with many events taking place on weekdays. Popular and recurring events include the hugely popular Tokyo Anime Fair and the Tokyo Motor Show, as well as the biannual Design Festa which takes place every spring and autumn.
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Tokyo Big Sight is convenient to a number of methods of transportation. Direct buses connect Tokyo Station and the convention center in 40 minutes, while the Yurikamome monorail from Shimbashi Station delivers attendees to the site in only 22 minutes. Tokyo Big Sight is also linked to Haneda Airport by a limousine bus, and is an hour from the city’s main international hub at Narita Airport. Or, for a truly unique way to arrive at a conference in style, enjoy a 30-minute waterbus ride from Hinode Pier to the Ariake Terminal adjacent to the exhibition hall.
Browse for finished products, shop for materials for your own hobby, watch the artists at work, or try your hand at something new.
Tokyo Big Sight is the largest convention center in Japan. Located in Odaiba, Tokyo, the beautiful and architecturally striking facility hosts numerous major events, from public exhibitions to industry trade fairs.
The biggest convention and exhibition center in Japan, Tokyo Big Sight has hosted numerous international events since opening in 1996.
Tokyo International Exhibition Center, commonly referred to as Tokyo Big Sight, is a convention center in Odaiba where the world-famous Comiket (Comic Market) is held.
Design Festa is a two-day art and design festival held regularly in the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in Odaiba, Tokyo.
Automobile manufacturing is one of Japan's signature industries, with many of its top makers being major players in the worldwide automotive market.
The International Tokyo Toy Show 2018 showcased toys and experiences that deliver a global concept providing a unique experience to all family members for this year's toy exhibition.
The Comic Market (Comiket) is a marketplace where individuals can offer their own self-produced creations to a community that appreciates and supports such creative personal activities.
The Handmade in Japan Fes showcases a range of handmade goods, from jewelry to leather pieces, bags, plush toys and more. There are also stage shows and various food booths at the event.
In December of 2015, hundreds of the world’s most advanced robots crowded the massive Tokyo Big Sight Convention Center for the biennial iREX International Robot Exhibition.
The world's largest international exhibition conference on nanotechnology which is held annually at Tokyo Big Sight.
Guidelines for participating in Comic Market, the biggest anime, manga and game subculture event, which happens twice a year in Tokyo.
Browse for finished products, shop for materials for your own hobby, watch the artists at work, or try your hand at something new.
Discover the latest innovations in running equipment, from running gears to apparels, during the largest running trade show of Japan. The Tokyo Marathon Expo is open to everyone, runner or not, looking for a healthy lifestyle.
Whether it's to discover the latest news in the anime industry or to have a good time with friends or family, AnimeJapan is a must-see event in Tokyo! Meet your favorite heroes from Gundam, Pokemon, and Dragonball every March at Tokyo Big sight!
Anime Japan is the Japanese animation industry's premier annual event, with hundreds of domestic and overseas anime-related companies descending on Tokyo Big Sight.
FoodEx Japan bills itself as the largest food and beverage show in the Asia-Pacific. It is held in March at Tokyo Big Sight.
An invite-only special event coming to the Tokyo Big Sight Complex serves as a celebration of all things Sanrio, and is set to include stage performances, character meet-and-greets, and limited edition merchandise available for purchase.
The Tokyo International Fire and Disaster Prevention Exhibition is a large-scale event which showcases some of the country's approaches to dealing with disasters, and it's held once every five years.
Around 250 vendors will be present at the three-day Antique Grande event, offering a wide array of both Japanese and Western antiques available for purchase.
Formula E is the world’s first all-electric international single-seater championship. This innovative competition is not only a thrilling event but also addresses sustainable mobility, with the goal of using the race as a means to develop and test future technologies.
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Dai-ichi Hotel Tokyo Seafort is part of the Hankyu-Hanshin luxury hotels group. Since 1938, this luxury hotel has been opening its doors to guests who seek a comfortable stay with convenient access to central Tokyo.
Just minutes from Shinagawa Station, the Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa is surrounded by lush greenery in the Takanawa area, with rooms offering balcony views of the nearby gardens and the surrounding Tokyo cityscape. This urban resort features convention facilities like the Hiten banquet hall, the international Convention Center Pamir, as well as a wide variety of Japanese, Chinese and Western restaurants.
Oakwood Premier Tokyo comes from a brand of standout luxury hotel & service apartments right at the heart of the Tokyo metropolis. It is located in the business hub of Marunouchi with JR Tokyo Station in close proximity. This will allow guests and travelers to easily access the city's extensive transport network and visit various landmarks such as Imperial Palace, Tsukiji Fish Market, Ginza and Shopping District. Boasting 123 luxurious apartments on the upper floors of a multi-serviced complex, each room offers a magnificent view of the city, not to mention all furnished and a fully-equipped kitchen set which is rarely seen in your everyday service apartment. Without doubt, these spacious tranquil retreats are curated to give you the amenities and services of a luxury hotel and a feeling of home. They are good options for both business executives and leisure travelers from one night of a short-stay to a few weeks/months of mid-to-long-term stay.
Toyosu Market is a wholesale market in Tokyo located in the Koto District. It was built on man-made land in Tokyo Bay and replaces the historic Tsukiji Fish Market, which was previously the capital's famous fish market. Opened October 2018 and is the largest seafood market in the world. The market in turn consists of two separate fish markets, one for auctions and the other for general sale, plus a fruit and vegetable market. There are also restaurants and a variety of options for visitors. Tourists can watch the market from a viewing platform on the second floor and take part in guided auctions and events. However, it is no longer possible, as was previously the case in Tsukiji, for visitors to be directly at the famous tuna events, a platform was built for this, from which one can see into the interior of the market. The modern building complex also offers a roof terrace and a shrine and is easily accessible by bus and train.
In addition to the food (teppanyaki) grilled on a hot iron plate, guests enjoy the spectacular night view of Tokyo Bay, which can be seen from each of the tables. Apart from the breathtaking view, the chefs put on a real show for the guests, who can then enjoy the delicious dishes. In addition to an inexpensive lunch menu, a rich dinner is also offered, so that there is something for every taste. For those who like to drink wine with their meal, there are over 50 varieties on offer, including many that are perfect for teppanyaki. The restaurant also has a special room that is ideal for parties or entertaining guests.
This huge 350-seat capacity brewery restaurant is located in a renovated warehouse overlooking the canal. Enjoy modern American food with craft beers from the adjoining brewery.
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Mega Web, or Megaweb, is a car theme park operated by Toyota in Odaiba's Palette Town, Tokyo, Japan. The Toyota City Showcase displays vehicles and has 1.3-km driving course for test driving. Ride Studio offers mini car driving and the Waku-Doki has simulated race track driving. [Wikipedia]
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Palette Town is a shopping mall and entertainment complex located at Tokyo's waterfront Odaiba and home to Japan's biggest Ferris wheel.
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Venus Fort is an outlet mall in Odaiba, Tokyo, situated within the so-called Palette Town. It is a Venetian style mall and can make you actually feel like you are in Italy for a moment. There are many outlet stores and plenty of opportunities to dine at one of the many restaurants or food courts. Bus: a direct 15-minute bus service exists that connects Haneda Airport.