The large-scale convention is truly colossal: Over 100,000 people regularly call upon the downtown celebration of Japanese ...

Finally, check what the rules are when it comes to prop weapons—some venues don’t permit attendees to bring replicas of guns, swords, or knives, for example. 5. Have fun—and be safe.

The best and wildest cosplay we saw at Anime Boston 2024. (Nick O'Malley, MassLive) Check out the gallery above for more images from this year’s Anime Boston.

Soonercon 33, Norman’s long-standing science fiction and fantasy “pop culture” convention, returned this year, titled “Gateway to the Galaxy.” The convention runs through Sunday at Norman’s Embassy ...

Cosplayers and anime fans braved the heat at the 14th annual Bak-Anime in Bakersfield, celebrating fandom, creativity, and community with voice actors, artists, and vibrant costumes.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Bold Matsuri, Jacksonville’s annual Anime and Cosplay Festival, will be held at the at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center on July 9 and July 10.

Besides the sword-swinging sound effects, it will contain over 140 voice lines. In addition, the replica sword can also play short versions of the Bleach theme songs “ALONES” and “Number One.” ...

Anime has given some of the most iconic and memorable characters to otakus. Among them, those who wield swords occupy a special place within their respective fandoms. From Tanjiro Kamado’s ...