This is [ CARDCORE ] RISING SUN — our next chapter, and the most exclusive event we have ever created. A one-day Tokyo-inspired festival where TCG, Japanese culture, anime, and rare JDM cars collide, right here in Melbourne.
All of this is being brought together under one roof at the Melbourne Showgrounds — an iconic location built for large-scale events and unforgettable memories.
At [ CARDCORE ] RISING SUN, one lucky winner will walk away with 2x return flights to Tokyo, courtesy of the [ CARDCORE ] club. Runner-up prizes and a mystery [ CARDCORE ] prize will be revealed before the day ends. PLUS hourly fire sales and vendor giveaways to keep the excitement alive from morning until close.
This is not your average TCG show. This is a celebration of culture, community, collectors, and the truly cardcore. This is your chance to be part of something unforgettable.
[ CARDCORE ] RISING SUN — January 25th, 2026. Where culture meets collectors.
From 9am to 5pm, you'll experience:
Event Highlights
- VIP Entry - 9AM | $44.90
Priority entry at 9am, includes one [ CARCORE ] mini-game token at the door, and 1x entry into the Tokyo flight giveaway - General Entry - 11AM | $29.90
- Easy public transport access directly to the Melbourne Showgrounds
Major Giveaway
- Grand Prize: 2x Return Flights to Tokyo
- VIPs automatically entered into the draw
- Runner-up prizes + a mystery [ CARDCORE ] prize revealed at the end of the day
Festival Highlights
- Live music and stage entertainment
- Hourly giveaways and vendor fire sales
- Cosplay Competition on the main stage
- Exclusive [ CARDCORE ] merchandise drops
Rare JDM Cars & Culture
- Showcase of iconic JDM street machines
- Streetwear and culture vendors alongside TCG
- Cosplay Competition on the main stage
- Exclusive [ CARDCORE ] merchandise drops
TCG Experiences
- Over 75 vendors across TCG, collectibles, and more
- Trading areas to buy, sell, and swap
- Learn-to-play workshops
- Mini-games and competitions running all day
Meet Your Host
Steve - Director, [ CARDCORE ]
For Steve, [ CARDCORE ] has always been about more than cards — it's about the culture and the people who live it. With deep roots in the car world and a love for Japanese pop culture and JDM, bringing true collectors together under one roof has been a passion project a long time in the making. RISING SUN is the next step in that journey: a celebration of TCG, community, and Japanese culture designed to share that passion with everyone who walks through the doors.
