Kojima Productions will host a one-off 10th anniversary event—Beyond the Strand—on Tuesday, 23 September 2025 at TOHO Cinemas Roppongi Hills (SCREEN7) in Tokyo. Expect special guests and “a glimpse into future projects”. A livestream is planned, with details to follow. It lands two days before Tokyo Game Show 2025. UAE readers: we’ve converted all the timings and ticket details below.
What is ‘Beyond the Strand’?
A live stage event hosted by Hideo Kojima to mark the studio’s first decade. It promises a look ahead.
- Name: Beyond the Strand
- Date: 23 Sept 2025 (Tue)
- Venue: TOHO Cinemas Roppongi Hills, SCREEN7
- Format: stage event with guest appearances
- Stream: livestream planned; details TBA
The announcement is clear: this is a celebration with teases, not a full-fat showcase. The studio says to expect “a glimpse” at what’s next, and to wait for streaming info. Keep your expectations steady and your notifications on.
When is it in UAE time?
Japan is five hours ahead of the UAE. We’ve done the maths.
- Doors open: 12:00 JST → 07:00 UAE (GST)
- Event start: 13:00 JST → 08:00 UAE (GST)
- Event end: 15:30 JST → 10:30 UAE (GST)
- Two days before TGS 2025 (25–28 Sept, Makuhari Messe)
So in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, you’re looking at a morning watch. The timing also lines up neatly ahead of Tokyo Game Show’s business days on 25–26 Sept, with public days 27–28 Sept. If there’s news, it sets the tone for the week.
What to expect on the day
The studio is keeping content under wraps.
- Host: Hideo Kojima
- “Special guest appearances”
- “A glimpse into future projects”
- Livestream details to be announced
That’s the wording—nothing more. Read it as light teaser territory. If you can’t attend, keep an eye on official channels; the livestream plan suggests global access once they share the link and time.
FAQ
What time does ‘Beyond the Strand’ start in the UAE?
08:00 UAE (GST) on Tuesday, 23 Sept 2025. Doors open at 07:00, and the event ends around 10:30. Times are converted from the official schedule (13:00–15:30 JST).
How do I buy tickets from the UAE?
Tickets are via Lawson Ticket on a lottery basis. Sales opened 2 Sept, 10:00 JST (05:00 UAE). Use https://l-tike.com/beyond_the_strand/
