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Taiwan 2026 Comic Expo

Entities: Hong Kong Anime Game Expo · Taipei Comic Expo · Taipei World Trade Center

Overview

The event was announced on 21 July, noting that 52 booths at the Taipei World Trade Center would accept Taiwan’s government‑issued Cultural Currency, and tickets could be purchased with the same digital payment method. Organisers highlighted the Taiwan Manga Pavilion, featuring 75 local titles, digital‑platform partnerships, creator talks, and merchandise incentives tied to spending thresholds.

Three days later, the expo opened as scheduled (23‑27 July). Organisers reported over 640,000 visitor entries and projected NT$3 billion in economic activity from ticket sales, merchandise, food, transport and lodging. A new Taiwan Comic Museum was launched, and high‑level officials—including the Culture Minister and the TAICCA director—attended, praising the event’s role in promoting Taiwanese comic IP and its cross‑media potential. An awards ceremony recognised top original IPs, underscoring the growing market for local comics.

Final figures released on 27 July confirmed more than 630,000 attendees, with roughly 120 exhibitors staffing over 1,200 booths and 33 stage programmes that featured sign‑ons with foreign voice actors and idol groups. Organisers estimated a direct business opportunity of about NT$300 million, reinforcing earlier expectations of a substantial economic boost from the expo.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Taipei and Hong Kong anime conventions attract over 630,000 visitors

    Taipei’s Comic Expo drew 630k+ visitors and a 300 million‑NTD business boost; Hong Kong’s Anime Game Expo saw a crowded finale but a 30% attendance dip due to weather and venue factors.

  2. 7 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Taiwan Comic Expo Draws Over 640,000 Visitors to Taipei World Trade Center

    The 2026 Taiwan Comic Expo at Taipei World Trade Center expects 640,000 visitors, generates NT$3 billion, and showcases a new Taiwan Comic Museum with ministerial support.

  3. 10 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Taiwan's 2026 Comic Expo Allows Cultural Currency Payments

    The 2026 Comic Expo in Taipei (July 23‑27) will accept Cultural Currency at 52 booths and for tickets via FamiTicket, while the Taiwan Manga Pavilion offers creator events, sign‑ings and limited‑edition gifts.

Sources

applealmond.com · dubaievents.net · game.ettoday.net · haziallat.hu · hd.stheadline.com · news.gamebase.com.tw · thehubnews.net