Overview
Potafes 2026 Summer Akihabara takes place on July 11-12, 2026, across two venues for the first time: Bellesalle Akihabara and the newly added Akihabara Convention Hall. Japan's largest portable audio festival returns with free admission and no advance registration required, bringing together 157 brands from around the world for hands-on listening sessions.
Highlights
Bellesalle Akihabara (B1F, 1F, 2F) hosts brand booths covering everything from the latest wireless earphones to hi-res audio players and entry-level models. Brand representatives are on hand to advise on product selection.
The Akihabara Convention Hall (2F) is a new addition to the event lineup, set to host guest talk events and various programs. Full exhibitor and program details will be announced closer to the event.
- Participating brands: 157 (domestic and international)
- Trial listening: Earphones, headphones, portable audio players
- New venue: Convention Hall hosting talk events and programs
- Annual attendance: Over 1 million visitors per year
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday July 11 – Sunday July 12, 2026, 11:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30)
- Venue: Bellesalle Akihabara (B1F/1F/2F), Akihabara Convention Hall (2F)
- Address 1: 3-12-8 Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Bellesalle Akihabara)
- Address 2: 1-18-13 Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Akihabara Convention Hall)
- Price: Free admission
- Reservation: Not required (first-come basis)
Recommended For
- Anyone wanting to try the latest earphones and headphones before buying
- Visitors interested in talking directly with portable audio brand representatives
- Beginners curious about audio equipment looking for an easy entry point
