Updated: July 8, 2025

Information for Cosplayers (C106)

Cosplay at Comic Market

Anyone can use the Cosplay Changing Rooms after entering the event. A 500 Yen registration fee applies.

Changing and Preparation Rules

• All cosplayers must use the Cosplay Changing Rooms to change.
• Arriving or leaving the venue in costume (from home, hotel, etc.) is not allowed, as Japanese society generally does not accept people in costume in public. You may be denied entry if you arrive in cosplay.
• Changing or doing makeup in the toilets is strictly prohibited.

About Entry

• All Comic Market participants, including cosplayers, must purchase a wristband or a ticket that can be exchanged for a wristband.
• On-site sales are limited to PM Entry wristbands, which allow entry only after 12:30. All other ticket types must be purchased in advance.
• Free entry is not available.
• For more details, see the Information for International Attendees.

Keep your wristband with you at all times during the event, even if you choose not to wear it while in costume.

When Arriving

• Change into your costume at one of the Cosplay Changing Rooms.
• Do not change or do makeup in the toilets.
• A 500 Yen registration fee is required for your first entry to the Changing Room each day. Pay at the entrance.
• One child up to 9th grade can enter for free with one paying adult.
• You will receive a Cosplay Registration leaflet (color varies by day), which also serves as a pass for re-entry to the Changing Room.
• Last entry to change into costume is at 15:30.

Photography

• You must get individual permission from each cosplayer before taking any photos. Wait your turn and ask politely.
• Do not hesitate to say NO if you do not want your picture taken, whether in general, in a specific pose, or if it is simply not a good time.
• Staff may stop a photo shoot if it becomes too crowded.
• Photos may be taken anywhere in the venue with permission and if it is safe (do not block walkways). Cosplay Areas are simply convenient gathering spots for cosplayers and photographers.

Costume Regulations

Restricted Costumes and Items

The following items are forbidden and will be confiscated:

• Items prohibited by law
  • Any guns, firearms, knives, or swords forbidden by law, including realistic replicas
  • Items considered dangerous by fire regulations (fuel, fireworks, flammables)
  • Items violating Penal Code Article 175 or child pornography laws
• Animals (except service animals such as guide dogs)
• Large batteries (except small batteries for phones, laptops, etc.)
• Balloons filled with helium or other floating gases
• Any other items deemed dangerous by staff, security, fire department, or police

The following costumes are not allowed:

• Costumes that may be considered indecent exposure by law
• Costumes without underwear. Breast petals and silicone pads count as underwear. Please wear underwear under swimsuits.
• Costumes with visible underwear, either directly or through see-through material, including underwear visible from the armpits or chest. Bra straps designed to be visible are allowed. Bloomers, gym shorts, and similar items worn over underwear are considered part of the costume.
• Costumes with excessive skin exposure. For women: as a guideline, no more than 1/3 breast exposure and underwear must be covered.
• Costumes that may damage or soil the venue (e.g., wet paint, liquids)
• Costumes or accessories that fall under forbidden items (obviously fake guns and swords that do not violate the law are allowed)
• Costumes or actions that could be mistaken for professionals with special privileges (police, firefighters, security), especially if the costume closely resembles such uniforms

We strongly recommend wearing stockings or tights in the following cases:

• Short skirts that may expose underwear when bending
• Swimwear, leotards, bloomers, etc. that show a lot of leg
• Any costume at risk of being see-through

Restricted Props

The following props and accessories are forbidden:

• Any items imitating weapons
  – Items that violate “Firearm and Sword Possession Control Law” are not allowed
  – Toy guns (using air, gas, or batteries) must not be loaded. All bullets, air/gas, and batteries must be removed
  – Must be kept in bags while moving around

• Any items taller than 2m or wider than 1m, such as magical wands, canes, and signs, must be disassembled when moving around

Restrictions on Moving Around Outside Cosplay Areas

For safety, the following costumes are restricted from moving around the venue outside the Cosplay Areas:

• Costumes taller than 2m or wider than 1m (such as animal suits or mechas). If the costume can be dismantled, you may move around, but you must have an escort if you cannot walk safely on your own
• Costumes dragging on the floor, such as very long skirts, cloaks, and capes, must be removed or held up so they do not touch the floor (including inside Cosplay Areas)
• Costumes that limit your vision, such as helmets, masks, or bandages, must be removed when moving (except for medical equipment)
• Costumes that could endanger others, such as those with sharp metal parts, must be made safe when moving

Cosplay Changing Rooms

Locations:

• Conference Tower
• TFT Building West Wing 2F (only for Cosplay Early Entry)

Opening Hours: 10:30 - 17:30 (- 17:00 on Day 1)

The Changing Rooms at TFT Building West Wing can only be used by Cosplay Early Entry ticket holders to change into cosplay. They can be used by everybody for changing back to regular clothes.

Teardown will begin at 17:00 on the last day. Please finish changing back to regular clothes by 17:00. Teardown preparations will start around 16:00.

Inside the Changing Room

• Please use only as little space as possible. Please keep all your belongings, including luggage close to yourself
• Do not occupy empty space next to you, even if it is temporarily unoccupied. Someone will be coming soon
• Please leave the Changing Room promptly after finishing and keep your stay short to reduce congestion and waiting times

Rules

It is forbidden to:

• Take any kind of photo or video inside the Changing Room, including selfies or using your phone as a mirror
• Leave baggage unattended
• Rest or eat inside the Changing Room
• Wait to meet friends inside or around the Changing Room
• Do anything that could soil the area, such as using coloring sprays, foams, or paints
• Use electrical outlets

Extra Space and Baggage Storage/Cloak

• Extra tables for organizing your baggage and finishing your makeup are available outside, near the Changing Rooms
• Do not leave your baggage unattended at any time
• Paid baggage storage (cloak) is available in Conference Tower 7F and TFT Building West Wing 2F
  • Open 8:30 - 16:30 (- 16:00 on Day 2)
  • 500 Yen per item (large items over 120cm: 800 Yen)
  • Only available while space lasts

Cosplay Areas

Locations

• East 8 Hall
• Gardens
• Rooftop Exhibition Area (PM only)

The opening times of each Cosplay Area may change depending on the progress of the entry lines and congestion. Usage may also be restricted due to weather or other factors.

Please see the C106 Information Map for the exact locations.

Rules

The following are forbidden:

• Any actions prohibited anywhere in the venue
• Throwing or swinging any objects
• Kicking, climbing, jumping, or other dynamic poses and movements
• Distributing pamphlets or brochures to others without permission
• Failing to follow staff instructions

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[Since: December 24, 2023] [Last update: July 8, 2025]