[EVO Japan 2024]The fighting game festival has finally begun! Over 9,000 fighting gamers gather in Ariake

Finally openedEVO Japan 2024 presented by ROHTO(hereinafter referred to as EVO Japan 2024)”
As Japan’s largest fighting game festival, fighting gamers gather from all over the world, and the total number of entries for the main tournament is the highest.8,966 peopleI climbed to the top.
…That’s why Saiga NAK will carry out all-out coverage for 3 days this year as well!
He’s wearing the eye-catching Saiga NAK hoodie, so if you see him at the venue, be sure to talk to him!

“EVO Japan 2024” has begun!

“EVO Japan 2024” has finally begun
From Saturday, April 27th to Monday, April 29th, 2024The strongest players in the fighting game world will be decided over the next three days.

Ariake GYM-EX

Last year’s “EVO Japan 2023” was held at Tokyo Big Sight, but this year’s venue is Ariake GYM-EX!
The entire new exhibition hall, which was renovated after being used for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is available for private use.

I’m home!

From “EVO Japan 2024”, both admission and player entryPaid ticket requiredbecame.
Due to the huge success, ticket sales ended earlier than planned, but perhaps because of this, the venue had a relatively relaxed population density.
As I walked around the booths, I didn’t see any signs of crowding or confusion. I can’t stand the efforts of the management.

roth booth

Super huge Rohto Z! Man (balloon)

This year’s top partner is Rohto Pharmaceutical.
As soon as you enter the venue, you will be greeted by the huge Roth Z! Man.

Let’s spin the gacha!

Spin the gacha!

At the Rohto booth, we are holding a gacha campaign where you can win Tokido’s illustration stickers and a Rohto Z!Man stuffed animal.

Relaxation space by Yogibo

ruin fighting gamers

Famous for being the “sofa that ruins people”YogiboThere is also a relaxation space created in collaboration with .
Special seats where you can relax and enjoy the large-scale view of the main stage!

Official merchandise booth

long line

There was a long line at the “EVO Japan 2024” official product sales booth.

Goods lineup

T-shirt

T-shirt

In addition to Skajan jackets and T-shirts, original goods in collaboration with “High Score Girl”, a popular manga and anime based on fighting games, were also on sale.
The items were sold out by the afternoon, so if you have the item you’re looking for, we strongly recommend you to participate in the morning!

Various kitchen cars are on display

You can’t fight if you’re hungry!
In the outdoor area of ​​Ariake GYM-EX, there were various kitchen trucks selling steak bowls, fries, kebabs, crepes, etc., giving off a nice smell.

Takoyaki

We also bought takoyaki to feed our spirits!

You can take a relaxing break

You can take a relaxing break

Ariake GYM-EX also has a spacious terrace rest space on the second floor, so you won’t have to worry about finding a place to eat.

samurai energy vending machine

Inside the venue, Japan Energy Co., Ltd.’s Enadori “Samurai Energy” vending machines were installed throughout the venue.

drink counter

drink counter

There’s even alcohol at the drink counter.
Get drunk on the delicious wine of victory!

#EVOJ24 COUNTDOWN 1…0…1…0…#EVOJapan2024
DAY 0 APR 26 ↓↘︎→ DAY 1 APR 27

CONTINUE?pic.twitter.com/dDXZOKgU5N

— EVO Japan (@evojapan_info) April 26, 2024

“EVO Japan 2024” has finally begun
Thanks to the paid ticket system and “Ariake GYM-EX”There is plenty of space in the venueIt was very impressive.
I would like to thank the management staff who are working as hard as the players!
So, articles related to “Evo Japan 2024” will continue! looking forward to!