Nearly 30 Japanese porn stars denied Hong Kong entry, expo cancelled

Nearly 30 Japanese porn stars have been denied entry to Hong Kong, prompting the cancellation of a large-scale, three-day adult entertainment expo.

The Mega Fans Expo 2026, originally set to begin on Friday at the Regal Airport Hotel, was abruptly cancelled on Wednesday.

An X post from the organisers on Thursday stated that the event had been “cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control.”

“We sincerely apologize for falling short of the expectations of the fans who had been looking forward to the event and for causing you such deep disappointment,” they added, promising full refunds.

Hong Kong immigration rules dictate that work visas are required for anyone taking up paid or unpaid employment.

The event was set to feature handprint sessions, themed rooms, and meet-and-greet sessions with 27 Japanese adult film actresses. Several of them posted on social media about their denial of entry, according to HK01.

Prolific porn actors Yui Hanato and Kato Taka were set to appears on stage as special guests.

HKFP has reached out to the Immigration Department for comment.

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