Japan Tours Festival: Book your hotel
Considered the largest event in the Centre-Val de Loire region, the Japan Tours Festival is the must-attend event for manga culture enthusiasts and fans of Japan.
From July 3rd to 5th, 2026, nearly 350 exhibitors will gather in Tours for over 740 activities.
Don't miss this 11th edition!
For three days, nearly 350 exhibitors and over 740 activities will bring the festival to life.
The 2026 program promises once again a complete immersion through numerous activities:
The Japan Tours Festival will also feature several guests from the world of manga, voice acting, cosplay, and video games, including:
You can attend exclusive meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, and official competitions such as the French Cosplay Cup, presided over by Kchaan, Oriyons, Dshubba, Bambou, and Maluga.
Thanks to its friendly atmosphere and diverse activities, the festival appeals to both manga enthusiasts and families eager to discover Japanese culture.
📍Address: Tours Exhibition Center
⌚Opening Hours: Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday, July 5th, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
💶Prices: Day pass from €17, 3-day pass from €40. Admission is free for children under 8.
Planning to attend the Japan Tours Festival?
Treat yourself to a comfortable stay in our 4-star hotel located near Tours train station, just a 10-minute drive from the Exhibition Center.
Our 53 immersive rooms, inspired by the world of cinema, combine comfort and elegance. All rooms feature air conditioning, premium bedding with mattress toppers, and amenities designed for your comfort.
For families, choose a Privilege Quadruple Room or an adjoining room. Children under 12 stay free when using existing bedding.
To make your days at the festival easier, enjoy a buffet breakfast served from 6:30 a.m., an express option, or continental breakfast in your room.
Book your hotel in Tours now to fully experience the Japan Tours Festival 2026.
From July 3rd to 5th, 2026, nearly 350 exhibitors will gather in Tours for over 740 activities.
Don't miss this 11th edition!
Discover the Japan Tours Festival 2026
For three days, nearly 350 exhibitors and over 740 activities will bring the festival to life.
An immersion in Japanese culture
The 2026 program promises once again a complete immersion through numerous activities:
- cosplay contests and costume parades;
- concert by the Japanese band EPITHYMiA;
- conferences and themed workshops;
- gaming areas and e-sports competitions;
- Manga, comics, and board games;
- Demonstrations of traditional Japanese arts;
- Asian specialty food stalls for a true culinary escape.
Guests at this 2026 edition
The Japan Tours Festival will also feature several guests from the world of manga, voice acting, cosplay, and video games, including:
- Berry Verrine
- Kevin Bayashi
- Ryûraku Sanyûtei
- Shinn Uchida
- Dina
- Livanart
- Arthur Hennes
- David Tako
- Alexandre Pham, etc.
You can attend exclusive meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, and official competitions such as the French Cosplay Cup, presided over by Kchaan, Oriyons, Dshubba, Bambou, and Maluga.
Thanks to its friendly atmosphere and diverse activities, the festival appeals to both manga enthusiasts and families eager to discover Japanese culture.
Practical Information
📍Address: Tours Exhibition Center
⌚Opening Hours: Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday, July 5th, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
💶Prices: Day pass from €17, 3-day pass from €40. Admission is free for children under 8.
Your 4-star hotel in the heart of Tours
Planning to attend the Japan Tours Festival?
Treat yourself to a comfortable stay in our 4-star hotel located near Tours train station, just a 10-minute drive from the Exhibition Center.
Our 53 immersive rooms, inspired by the world of cinema, combine comfort and elegance. All rooms feature air conditioning, premium bedding with mattress toppers, and amenities designed for your comfort.
For families, choose a Privilege Quadruple Room or an adjoining room. Children under 12 stay free when using existing bedding.
To make your days at the festival easier, enjoy a buffet breakfast served from 6:30 a.m., an express option, or continental breakfast in your room.
Book your hotel in Tours now to fully experience the Japan Tours Festival 2026.
