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Flat lay composition with makeup products and flowers on a pink background.

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It’s time to immerse yourself into the world of cosmetics at Cosme Week in Tokyo.

The multi-day tradeshow event is one of the largest of its kind in Japan, featuring over 750 cosmetics to showcase all kinds of beauty products.

Some makeup and hair care companies taking part in the event include American, Japanese and Korean beauty brands like Elvis + Elvin and Kokostar.

The event runs from Jan. 14-16 at Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center). Registration is free online.

In addition to brand booths, there will be seminars on the latest trends and what is new in the beauty world. The full schedule is online.

If you are interested in beauty and Japanese skincare, haircare and cosmetics, this is an event you want to check out.

Another Cosme Week is planned for September in Osaka, so make plans now!

Flyer promoting the event. Some cosmetics and leaves are visible.

(Photo courtesy of COSME Week)

Things to know:

  • Dates: Jan. 14-16

  • Location: Tokyo Big Sight, Chome-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0063

  • Hours: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

  • Website: (Japanese only)

  • Note: Most seminars will be in Japanese only, but according to the website, translation services will be available.

Luis Samayoa is a writer based in Tokyo, Japan. Samayoa covers travel, food and culture for Stars and Stripes Japan. Follow along as he explores his new home away from home and checks off destinations from his bucket list.

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