[9] Several dealers left early due to the lack of attendance, and some who remained believed they would not make money.
[9] Japan Expo used barcode scanning when entering and exiting the convention to prevent badge piracy.
The convention used Japan Expo France's setup with most events based around the dealers room, autograph ticketing system, and emphasis on cultural programming.
[1][12] Many staff changes occurred before the 2014 event, and the convention used badges with lanyards due to fan feedback.
Japan Expo USA went on hiatus in May 2015 as the organizers announced they were unable to meet its goals for the event.