VTUBER EXPO 2026 Key Visual Revealed! Event Timetable Also Announced
The VTUBER EXPO Executive Committee has announced the key visual and event timetable for "VTUBER EXPO 2026," to be held in Tokyo on May 3rd and 4th, 2026. Numerous popular VTubers, including Kizuna AI and Baacharu, will participate, enlivening the event with stage performances and exclusive merchandise sales.
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The VTUBER EXPO Executive Committee (Organizer: VEXZ Inc.) is pleased to announce the latest information regarding "VTUBER EXPO 2026," the world's first and largest (according to their own research) experiential exhibition, to be held at Bellesalle Akihabara in Tokyo on Sunday, May 3rd and Monday (holiday), May 4th, 2026.
■ Key Visual Update! Many Popular VTubers to Energize the EXPO!
The VTUBER EXPO's key visual has been updated!!
In addition to Kizuna AI Inc., which operates "Kizuna AI," a pioneer in VTuber culture, and "Baacharu," who will host on May 3rd, the participation of many other popular VTubers has been confirmed. They will energize VTUBER EXPO in various forms, including stage appearances, booth exhibitions, and merchandise sales. This key visual features members confirmed to participate in EXPO-exclusive original merchandise.
【List of EXPO-exclusive original merchandise participants (members listed in KV / honorifics omitted / in Japanese alphabetical order)】
- Aides
- Asano Ruri
- Inaba Haneru
- vα-liv (Akari Manatsu, Kamizuru Sora, Retra)
- Enogu (Shirafuji Tamaki, Suzuki Anzu, Hinata Nao)
- Else
- Miko Tenri
- Kizuna AI
- Kiraboshi Penta
- Samedopoki
- ???
- Baacharu
- Genso Shojo Love Panic! (Akachi Madoka, Tokito Shiori)
- Buigoma (V Gotomaki)
- ???
- V Tanuki
- Marinasu (Tomai Rin, Suzunari Subaru)
- LiLYPSE (Akatsuki Mikado, Akatsuki Oboro)
- Roselta (Shirayuki Mishiro, Nekose no Shin)
■ Stage Program Announcement! Timetable Revealed!
The VTUBER EXPO 2026 Stage Timetable has finally been released!!
We are announcing information about the events to be held on the special stage within the "VTUBER EXPO 2026" venue. A large LED screen will be installed on the special stage, where VTubers will appear one after another. The stage will offer a rich lineup, including new project announcements, debut performances by new VTubers, karaoke competitions, and talk shows.
【DAY1 (May 3rd) Scheduled Program】
- 11:30 AM〜: VTUBER EXPO 2026 Opening Ceremony
- 12:10 PM〜: VEXZ Grand Announcement
- 12:50 PM〜: ??? Solo Special Live & Talk Show (On-site exclusive)
- 1:20 PM〜: ??? Special Stage ~〇〇 Debut~ (On-site exclusive)
- 2:00 PM〜: Genso Shojo Love Panic! First Stream & 3D Debut
- 2:40 PM〜: New VTuber Production Company Born!?
- 3:30 PM〜: NEXUS New Product Announcement
- 4:10 PM〜: VTUBER Karaoke Competition DAY1
- 5:10 PM〜: DAY1 Closing Ceremony
【DAY2 (May 4th) Scheduled Program】
- 11:30 AM〜: DAY2 Opening Ceremony
- 12:00 PM〜: ??? Special Stage
- 12:45 PM〜: Shinchi no Kyuseishu Collaboration Stage (On-site exclusive)
- 1:10 PM〜: Life Like a Live! Special Collaboration Live
- 2:10 PM〜: VTuber Roundtable Discussion
- 3:15 PM〜: ??? Special Stage (On-site exclusive)
- 3:55 PM〜: VTUBER Karaoke Competition DAY2
- 5:00 PM〜: VTUBER EXPO 2026 Closing Ceremony
*Stage programs other than those with green text in the image are scheduled to be streamed on the official VEXZ YouTube channel. Please subscribe to the channel and wait.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVKWJcuZlcaiF8_oUXuixPw
*Performers for each stage will be announced sequentially.
*Stage times may vary depending on the progress of the day.
*Program content may change without notice depending on the situation.
■ Priority Admission Tickets with Benefits Now on Sale!
Essential for a guaranteed enjoyable experience! Sales of priority admission tickets with benefits have been decided. While admission to this event is generally free, to ensure a more comfortable experience given the expected crowds on the day, we will begin selling "priority admission tickets with designated entry times." These tickets include a "priority admission pass" and a "wristband" as benefits. You can enter smoothly and preferentially within your designated one-hour slot. As the number of tickets for each slot is limited, please purchase yours early.
Sales site: https://livepocket.jp/e/vtuber-expo2026
■ On-site Exclusive Merchandise Sales Confirmed!
An merchandise area will appear within the venue, offering a wide variety of original goods available only at this EXPO. In addition to acrylic stands and acrylic keychains featuring newly shot 3D visuals of participating VTubers, there will also be a heart-shaped can badge gacha.
■ Key Visual Update! Many Popular VTubers to Energize the EXPO!
The VTUBER EXPO's key visual has been updated!!
In addition to Kizuna AI Inc., which operates "Kizuna AI," a pioneer in VTuber culture, and "Baacharu," who will host on May 3rd, the participation of many other popular VTubers has been confirmed. They will energize VTUBER EXPO in various forms, including stage appearances, booth exhibitions, and merchandise sales. This key visual features members confirmed to participate in EXPO-exclusive original merchandise.
【List of EXPO-exclusive original merchandise participants (members listed in KV / honorifics omitted / in Japanese alphabetical order)】
- Aides
- Asano Ruri
- Inaba Haneru
- vα-liv (Akari Manatsu, Kamizuru Sora, Retra)
- Enogu (Shirafuji Tamaki, Suzuki Anzu, Hinata Nao)
- Else
- Miko Tenri
- Kizuna AI
- Kiraboshi Penta
- Samedopoki
- ???
- Baacharu
- Genso Shojo Love Panic! (Akachi Madoka, Tokito Shiori)
- Buigoma (V Gotomaki)
- ???
- V Tanuki
- Marinasu (Tomai Rin, Suzunari Subaru)
- LiLYPSE (Akatsuki Mikado, Akatsuki Oboro)
- Roselta (Shirayuki Mishiro, Nekose no Shin)
■ Stage Program Announcement! Timetable Revealed!
The VTUBER EXPO 2026 Stage Timetable has finally been released!!
We are announcing information about the events to be held on the special stage within the "VTUBER EXPO 2026" venue. A large LED screen will be installed on the special stage, where VTubers will appear one after another. The stage will offer a rich lineup, including new project announcements, debut performances by new VTubers, karaoke competitions, and talk shows.
【DAY1 (May 3rd) Scheduled Program】
- 11:30 AM〜: VTUBER EXPO 2026 Opening Ceremony
- 12:10 PM〜: VEXZ Grand Announcement
- 12:50 PM〜: ??? Solo Special Live & Talk Show (On-site exclusive)
- 1:20 PM〜: ??? Special Stage ~〇〇 Debut~ (On-site exclusive)
- 2:00 PM〜: Genso Shojo Love Panic! First Stream & 3D Debut
- 2:40 PM〜: New VTuber Production Company Born!?
- 3:30 PM〜: NEXUS New Product Announcement
- 4:10 PM〜: VTUBER Karaoke Competition DAY1
- 5:10 PM〜: DAY1 Closing Ceremony
【DAY2 (May 4th) Scheduled Program】
- 11:30 AM〜: DAY2 Opening Ceremony
- 12:00 PM〜: ??? Special Stage
- 12:45 PM〜: Shinchi no Kyuseishu Collaboration Stage (On-site exclusive)
- 1:10 PM〜: Life Like a Live! Special Collaboration Live
- 2:10 PM〜: VTuber Roundtable Discussion
- 3:15 PM〜: ??? Special Stage (On-site exclusive)
- 3:55 PM〜: VTUBER Karaoke Competition DAY2
- 5:00 PM〜: VTUBER EXPO 2026 Closing Ceremony
*Stage programs other than those with green text in the image are scheduled to be streamed on the official VEXZ YouTube channel. Please subscribe to the channel and wait.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVKWJcuZlcaiF8_oUXuixPw
*Performers for each stage will be announced sequentially.
*Stage times may vary depending on the progress of the day.
*Program content may change without notice depending on the situation.
■ Priority Admission Tickets with Benefits Now on Sale!
Essential for a guaranteed enjoyable experience! Sales of priority admission tickets with benefits have been decided. While admission to this event is generally free, to ensure a more comfortable experience given the expected crowds on the day, we will begin selling "priority admission tickets with designated entry times." These tickets include a "priority admission pass" and a "wristband" as benefits. You can enter smoothly and preferentially within your designated one-hour slot. As the number of tickets for each slot is limited, please purchase yours early.
Sales site: https://livepocket.jp/e/vtuber-expo2026
■ On-site Exclusive Merchandise Sales Confirmed!
An merchandise area will appear within the venue, offering a wide variety of original goods available only at this EXPO. In addition to acrylic stands and acrylic keychains featuring newly shot 3D visuals of participating VTubers, there will also be a heart-shaped can badge gacha.