Niigata City and Niigata Nippo Co., Ltd. will co-host the collaborative event "Machigoto Runway," turning the entire area surrounding the Toku Messe Niigata Convention Center—venue of the "NAMICS presents TGC NIIGATA 2026 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION" (hereinafter "TGC Niigata 2026") scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026—into a dynamic event space.

The event will feature a wide range of attractions, including photo spots, a digital stamp rally, stage performances, and public viewing areas, all accessible free of charge—no event ticket required.

Event Details

Event Name: Machigoto Runway

Dates: Friday, July 17 to Monday, July 20, 2026 (Holiday)

Locations: Various spots within the Niigata 2km Area (central districts around Niigata Station, Bandai, Bandai Island, and Furumachi)

Talk Show Featuring TGC Niigata 2026 Models

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 11:30–11:50 (tentative)

Venue: Maiko City Park (2nd floor, Maiko City Bus Center Building, 1-6-1 Bandai, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Featured Guests: Aita Kogine / Atsuki Masuko (GENIC)

Admission: Free

※ Proceeds in light rain; canceled in severe weather

※ Entry to viewing areas may be restricted depending on crowd levels.

TGC Niigata 2026 Public Viewing

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, from 15:00 (tentative)

Venues: ① Maiko City Park (2nd floor, Maiko City Bus Center Building, 1-6-1 Bandai, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

② Niigata Nippo Media Ship (3-1-1 Bandai, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Admission: Free

※ Broadcast will begin approximately one hour after the live event; only select content will be shown

Fireworks Display

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 19:45 (tentative)

Location: Shinano River waterside, adjacent to Toku Messe

Admission: Free

※ Proceeds in light rain; canceled in severe weather

Photo Spots

Period: July 17 (Fri) to July 20 (Mon, Holiday)

Locations: Maiko City Park (2nd floor, Maiko City Bus Center Building, 1-6-1 Bandai, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Mizuberingu Shinano River Yasuragi Embankment (Yasuragi Embankment Green Space, 4 Yachiyo, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Bandai Terrace Hajimari Hiroba (7-2526-2 Bandai 3-chome, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Befco Bakauke Observatory (31st floor, Bandai Island Building, Toku Messe, 5-1 Bandaijima, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Niigata Station Bandai Plaza (1-1-1 Hanazono, Chuo Ward, Niigata Station)

Digital Stamp Rally

Scan QR codes placed at 13 stamp rally spots to collect stamps and enter lucky draws for premium prizes or enjoy special services at participating local businesses!

※ Those with a TGC Niigata 2026 ticket screen or souvenir bag can present it at partner stores in the city to receive services and benefits.

Dates: July 17 (Fri) to July 20 (Mon, Holiday)

Locations: Various spots within the Niigata 2km Area

In addition, numerous fun-filled attractions such as event booths and markets will be available for everyone to enjoy!

For more details, please visit the link below.

[Official Website] https://www.niigata-nippo.co.jp/list/pr/runway-niigata-2026

Event Overview: NAMICS presents TGC NIIGATA 2026 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION

Event Name: NAMICS presents TGC NIIGATA 2026 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION

(Short Name: NAMICS presents TGC Niigata 2026)

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 2026 — Doors open 12:30, Show starts 14:00, Ends 19:00 (tentative)

Venue: Toku Messe Niigata Convention Center (6-1 Bandaijima, Chuo Ward, Niigata City)

Official Website: https://tgc.girlswalker.com/niigata/2026/

FACT BOX

  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Event
  • Organizations: NAMICS