In an unprecedented collaboration, five prominent font manufacturers—Shachihata, Iwata, DynaComware, Morisawa, and Ricoh PFU Computing—are coming together to present an exciting stamp rally titled 'Find Your Favorite Font!' at the Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026). This event is not only a celebration of fonts but an invitation for visitors to engage deeply with the art and creativity that fonts bring to the gaming industry.
Event Overview: 'Find Your Favorite Font!'
This interactive experience invites participants to explore designated booths from each of the five companies throughout the exhibition. Each booth will showcase signature typefaces and innovative font solutions specifically designed for the gaming sector. As visitors collect unique stamps from each booth, they also learn about the critical role fonts play in enhancing game titles, user interfaces, and immersive game worlds.
Those who successfully gather stamps from all five booths will receive a limited-edition sticker sheet, symbolizing their exploration and appreciation of font design. This initiative aims to emphasize not only the aesthetic appeal of fonts but also their functional significance in creating engaging gaming experiences.
Event Details:
- - Title: Find Your Favorite Font! - A Joint Stamp Rally from Five Font Makers
- - Date: September 17-18, 2026, Business Days
- - Location: Makuhari Messe (Inside TGS2026 Venue)
- - How to Participate:
1. Obtain a 'Stamp Rally Card' at one of the participating booths.
2. Visit the booths of all five companies and collect their logo stamps while exploring their unique font offerings.
3. After collecting all five stamps, receive the exclusive sticker sheet as a reward.
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For details regarding the collection of the sticker sheet, please refer to the rally card distributed at the venue. Supplies are limited, so be sure to collect yours early!)
Participating Companies & Booth Locations:
- - Area: Hall 9, Business Solutions Corner
- Iwata Co., Ltd. (Booth No: 09-W74)
- Shachihata Inc. (Booth No: 09-W87)
- DynaComware Corp. (Booth No: 09-W49)
- Morisawa Inc. (Booth No: 09-W54)
- Ricoh PFU Computing Inc. (Booth No: 09-W73)
Our Purpose
Fonts in gaming have evolved beyond mere information conveyance; they serve as crucial design elements that immerse players in their game worlds. By bringing together these five competitors, we aim to create a unique space where creators and visitors alike can appreciate the fun of choosing and engaging with different fonts. We hope 'Find Your Favorite Font!' allows everyone to experience the joy of discovering their favorite font and deepening their understanding of their aesthetic significance in the gaming landscape.
This collaboration showcases the fonts that shape the gaming experience and highlights the collective effort of industry leaders to enhance creativity and innovation. We invite all TGS2026 attendees to join us in this exploration and celebrate the integral relationship between gaming and font design.