30 Japanese AV starlets denied entry into Hong Kong

The Mega Fans Expo 2026 (MFE), billed as Hong Kong’s first large-scale adult entertainment expo, has been abruptly cancelled. Organizers announced the cancellation of the three-day event scheduled at the Regal Airport Hotel, as well as a Thursday preview event, following the refusal of entry for nearly 30 Japanese adult-video performers at Hong Kong International Airport. According to the South China Morning Post, the cancellation occurred less than 48 hours before the expo was set to open.

The performers, including Hibiki Otsuki, Rena Miyashita, and Hikari Aozora, were denied clearance at border control. Japan Today reported that some performers faced immediate repatriation by immigration authorities. Hibiki Otsuki stated on social media that despite having obtained relevant visas in advance, immigration officers turned away her manager, crew, and accompanying performers.

The organizers' statement did not provide a specific reason for the cancellation, though they noted that refund arrangements would be disclosed through official channels later. Tokyo Reporter noted that organizers posted an apology on X for falling short of fan expectations.

Brief written by urgent.news from Tokyo Reporter, Japan Today, South China Morning Post, South China Morning Post - Hong Kong, New Straits Times — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.