~Two Days of Subculture Frenzy in Makuhari~ "Niconico Chokaigi 2026" Attracts Users from Across Japan, Centered on Younger Generations, Mobilizing 138,228 On-site Visitors

Dwango Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Takeshi Natsuno) held "Niconico Chokaigi 2026" over two days, Saturday, April 25th, and Sunday, April 26th, 2026. The event at Makuhari Messe attracted 138,228 visitors, surpassing last year's attendance of 132,657 people.

We are also pleased to announce that "Niconico Chokaigi 2027" will be held in April 2027.

**Diverse Lineup Including 'Last Boss' Sachiko Kobayashi and Minister of State for Special Missions Kimi Onoda, with Over 70 Projects Igniting the Venue**

This year, marking its 15th anniversary, "Niconico Chokaigi 2026" was held using all halls of Makuhari Messe for the first time in two years. Blessed with good weather on the first day, a large queue of users from all over the country formed at the venue, eagerly awaiting the opening of the annual event. At 10:00 AM, the event kicked off with the opening "Niconico Grand Ensemble," performed by approximately 100 people, and users entered with overflowing smiles, heading to their respective target booths.

*Scenes from the morning queue*
*Attending users*
*Niconico Grand Ensemble*
*Scenes inside the venue*

This year, while popular booths like "Odottemita (Tried Dancing)," "Utattemita (Tried Singing)," and "Games" were bustling, many famous personalities appeared and spoke. At "Cho Niconico Bon Odori," where users dance around a yagura (scaffolding) to Vocaloid songs and anime songs, 'Last Boss' Sachiko Kobayashi descended as "Hanasaka Baasan (Flower-blooming Old Woman)" from the first day. She captivated the audience by singing 'Wagaku Senbonzakura' and other songs in a new giant cherry blossom-themed costume. On the same day, Kiryuin Sho of Golden Bomber also appeared, followed by Yoko Takahashi and AKINO with bless4 on the second day.

Minister Kimi Onoda, in charge of Cool Japan strategy, visited the event, experiencing the enthusiasm on-site through booth tours of anime, games, and music, and interactions with visitors. Discussions were also held with businesses on the future of the content industry.

*Cho Niconico Bon Odori Supported by Mitsubishi UFJ Card Visa*
*Sachiko Kobayashi as "Hanasaka Baasan"*
*Kiryuin Sho (Golden Bomber)*
*Kimi Onoda, Minister of State for Special Missions*

At "Creator Cross," where creators active mainly online have their own spaces in the venue to express themselves freely, a record-breaking over 900 groups exhibited over both days. From super-individualistic spaces offering experiences like pompadours and hypnosis, performances using unique instruments like gashapon machines and barnacles, and competitions to see how far one can throw a tissue, to creators voluntarily setting up kids' spaces, a wide range of genres colored the venue.

*Creator Cross venue scene*
*Creator Cross venue scene*
*Creator Cross "Ringo-su's Niconico Air Dome"*
*Creator Cross "Robo-Cos Village"*

In addition, over 70 unique projects, including content implemented for the first time at "Niconico Chokaigi," were unfolded, making it a lively two-day event for the entire venue.

*Cho Bocanico 2026 Supported by Timee*
*Cho Odottemita Supported by Mitsubishi UFJ Card Visa*
*Cho Utattemita*
*SDF Booth*

*Dai Yankee Ten Niconico Chokaigi Exhibition*
*Cho! ZUN Beer & Hiroyuki Beer*
*Cho VTuber's ASMR Foot Bath*
*Cosplayers*

**"Niconico Chokaigi 2026 Supported by Mitsubishi UFJ Card Visa" Event Overview**

**[Date and Time]** April 25th (Sat) and 26th (Sun), 2026

**[Organizer]** Niconico Chokaigi Executive Committee

**[Venue]** Makuhari Messe (International Exhibition Halls 1-11, Event Hall)

**[Official Website]** https://chokaigi.jp/

**[X Official Account]** https://x.com/chokaigi_PR

**[Ticket Purchase Page]** https://chokaigi.jp/2026/ticket/

**■ Sponsorship/Exhibition**

**[Super Special Sponsor]** Mitsubishi UFJ Card Visa

**[Special Sponsors]** KADOKAWA / Google Play / #Compass / CD Energy

**[Cho Bocanico 2026 Title Sponsor]** Timee Co., Ltd.

**[Cho Yabacity Sponsor]** Paidy Inc.

**[Cho Toilet Sponsor]** Gesui Oukoku Meidensha

**[Cho Nicoshiku Sponsor]** NSK Ltd.

**[Cho Cosplay Sponsor]** FamilyMart

**[Cho Rest Area Sponsor]** Neo Butter Roll

**[Cho Enshitemita Sponsor]** Daiwa Securities Co. Ltd.

**[Cho Kanpai Sponsor]** Koime no Lemon Sour

**[Cho Eshi Ten Sponsor]** Saison Technology

**[Cho Smoking Area Sponsor]** British American Tobacco Japan G.K.

**[Cho Bocanico 2026 Sponsor]** Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd.

**[All Creators Gather Sponsor]** Japan Net Creator Association

**[Special Exhibitors]**

Kadokawa Dwango Gakuen "N High School Group", Nippon Foundation Dwango Gakuen "ZEN University"