What this is
Analog Game Night at Nagoya Geek Bar is a recurring social board game meetup held at Club Adriana in Nagoya, now in its 73rd edition. This installment is themed around Game Market new releases — Game Market being Japan's premier tabletop game convention where independent designers debut original titles. The event is structured in two halves: a themed session from 7:30–9:00 PM focused on Game Market releases, followed by an open free-play session from 9:00–11:00 PM. It's a welcoming, low-pressure space where the board game community gathers to discover new titles, share drinks, and meet fellow enthusiasts.
Who should go
Board game fans of all experience levels will feel at home here — experienced players are on hand to teach rules, so absolute beginners are just as welcome as seasoned hobbyists. The geek bar setting keeps things casual and social rather than competitive, making it ideal for expats or tourists looking to connect with Nagoya's gaming community. If you're curious about Japanese indie tabletop design, the Game Market new releases theme is a rare chance to try titles that rarely make it outside Japan. Arrive by 7:30 PM to catch the themed session before it opens up to general play.
Good to know
Entry is pay-at-the-door at ¥1,500 — bring cash as smaller Nagoya bars and event venues frequently do not accept credit or IC cards. Soft drinks and snacks are complimentary with entry, but alcohol and additional food are available to purchase separately. Club Adriana is an intimate bar-style venue, so capacity is limited and seating may fill up quickly — arriving right at 7:30 PM is advisable. The two-part format means latecomers after 9:00 PM can still join the open free-play session, though they'll miss the Game Market themed portion. No bag check or dress code is expected at this type of casual bar event.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.