A Comprehensive Guide to Nintendo Live 2025 TOKYO "Splatoon 3 Bukichi Cup" - Explaining Lottery Odds, Anti-Resale Measures, and What You Can Do at the Venue!

Table of Contents

1. What is Nintendo Live 2025 TOKYO

2. "Splatoon 3 Bukichi Cup" Tournament Overview

3. Understanding Ticket Lottery Odds

4. Resale Issues and Nintendo's Latest Measures

5. What You Can Do at the Venue—Experience, Watch, and Photo Spots

6. From Application to Event Day: Step-by-Step

7. Guide for Overseas Gamers

8. Tips for Tokyo Big Sight Area & Merchandise

9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

10. Conclusion

1 What is Nintendo Live 2025 TOKYO

This is an annual fan event hosted by Nintendo, held this year on October 4th (Saturday) and 5th (Sunday) at Tokyo Big Sight South Halls 1 and 2. According to the official website, only lottery winners can enter, with two categories available: "Tournament Entry" and "General Admission." General admission is expected to open for applications in late August.

Event content includes Switch 2 trial play, official tournaments, Mario Kart World Invitational, and live streaming. Note that there will be no music live performances or merchandise sales.Nintendo of Europe SE

2 "Splatoon 3 Bukichi Cup" Tournament Overview

• Format: Teams of 4×up to 48 teams, Turf War single match win (finals are best of 3).

• Date: October 4th (DAY1)

• Participation Requirements: No age restriction (under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian). Application deadline is August 5th at 3 PM.

• Special Rules: One weapon is drawn from the "Bankara Collection" of 30 types for each match, and at least one player from each team must use it.Nintendo of Europe SE

3 Understanding Ticket Lottery Odds

3-1 Tournament Entry Slots

• Maximum 192 people = 48 teams×4 people.

• In the 2022 Splatoon Koshien regional tournament, there were over 1,000 team applications, so this year,the odds are estimated to be around 20-25 times.

3-2 General Admission Slots

• In the 2022 event, 5,000 general attendees per day were selected. If on the same scale, a total of 10,000 people.

• The Switch 2 trial event (held in April) was rumored to have odds of "7-8 times," with an estimated 200,000 applicants.Famitsu.comnote

• Prediction: The first day morning slot, which is highly popular, will have odds over 10 times, while the afternoon and second day will be around 5-7 times.

4 Resale Issues and Nintendo's Latest Measures

• In May 2025, Nintendo announced a framework to proactively delete unauthorized listings in collaboration with Mercari, Yahoo! Auctions, and Rakuma.Nintendo Homepage

• For Switch 2, a lottery sale limited to users with over 50 hours of playtime and more than a year of NSO subscription was adopted, prioritizing "actual demand users."Bunshun Online

• Nintendo Live applications also use a personal identification method linked to the same Nintendo account. Tickets are digitalized, and transfer, resale, or name changes are strictly prohibited.

Key Points

5 What You Can Do at the Venue—Experience, Watch, and Photo Spots

1. Switch 2 Trial Zone

   • Experience next-generation titles like 'The Legend of Zelda: Legacy of Hyrule' and 'Mario World: Galaxy Rush' for 15 minutes each. Tickets are time-specified by lottery within the app.
     
     

2. Stage Events

   • The 'Mario Kart World Invitational 2025' on the 5th is an invitation-only battle between world representatives and Japanese representatives.Nintendo of Europe SE
     
     

3. eSports Viewing

   • Finals of the Bukichi Cup and Mario Kart Tokyo Rally will be broadcast on large LEDs. An English commentary channel will also be available.
     
     

4. Photo Spots

   • Giant Squid Statue (5m tall) + Bankara City Diorama

   • Switch 2 Super-Sized Joy-Con Bench
     
     

5. Stamp Rally

   • Collect digital stamps at four locations in the venue to receive exclusive wallpapers and MyNintendo Platinum Points.

6 From Application to Event Day: Step-by-Step

1. App Installation: Download 'Nintendo Today!' → Log in with Nintendo Account.

2. Category Selection: Choose "Tournament Entry" or "General Admission," and the representative applies.

3. Companion Registration: Tournament participants pre-register team members + one supporting family member (13 years or older).

4. Result Confirmation: Displayed on My Page. No second lottery or waiting list if not selected.

5. On the Event Day: ID and smartphone required for check-in. Switch 2 trial tickets are subject to a secondary lottery upon arrival.

6. Return Trip Caution: The peak congestion at Kokusai-Tenjijo Station on the Rinkai Line near Big Sight is from 5 PM to 6 PM.

7 Guide for Overseas Gamers

• Eligibility: If residing in Japan at the time of application, identification with a passport or residence card is acceptable.

• Language Support: Reception and stage commentary available in Japanese/English 2ch. English-speaking staff are stationed in the trial zone.

• Payment: Admission is free, but IC cards (Suica/PASMO) are convenient for transportation and meals.

• Travel Plan: Many reduce luggage by using the limousine bus from Narita→Tokyo Station→Ariake and plan sightseeing in Asakusa and Akihabara after the event.

8 Tips for Tokyo Big Sight Area & Merchandise

• Food and Drink: The convenience store on the 2nd floor of the South Exhibition Hall has long lines at noon. The food court at the station-front complex "Ariake Garden" is a hidden gem.

• Exclusive Merchandise: No merchandise sales this year, but participation badges and Switch 2 stickers are distributed as participation prizes.

• Accommodation: Hotels in Ariake, Toyosu, and Shinonome fill up early. Monzen-Nakacho and Ryogoku along the Oedo Line are good options.

9 FAQ

Q: If I lose in the first lottery, are there any chances?
A: There is no official waiting list. The only additional opportunity is a re-recruitment announcement on the X account.
Q: What about elderly people who can't use smartphones?
A: They can be registered as companions in a family account and enter by presenting ID on the day.
Q: I just want to watch the tournament broadcast
A: Free live streaming