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Anime Expo 2011 Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Most Successful Convention In Event’s History

July 8, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES, CA Anime Expo (AX), North America’s largest anime and manga event, celebrated its 20th anniversary with its most successful event ever – four days at the Los Angeles Convention Center that drew over 125,000 fans of Japanese animation, manga (comic books) and pop culture. The program was highlighted by the first-ever U.S. performance … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Hosts And Judges For Fan-Favorite Event “AX Idol”

June 27, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 27, 2011) — Anime Expo is excited to announce today the AX Idol 2011 hosts and judges that will be participating in the event’s 9th season. Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2011, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. AX Idol will … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Madhouse Studio Creators as Guests of Honor

June 21, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 21, 2011) — Anime Expo 2011 has announced Tetsuro Araki, Masayoshi Tanaka and Kentaro Hashimoto of Madhouse Studios as Guests of Honor. The trio will be present for a special July 2nd screening of the acclaimed zombie apocalypse series “HIGHSCHOOL OF THE DEAD” and will host a creator’s panel at Anime Expo, … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Nitroplus President Takaki Digitarou Kosaka As An Industry Guest

June 20, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 20, 2011) — Anime Expo 2011 has announced President and Chief Producer of Nitroplus, Takaki Digitarou Kosaka, as an Industry Guest. Fans will have a chance to meet and hear from the man responsible for overseeing the scripts for all the episodes of “Puella Magi Madoka Magika,” during an attendee panel at … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces “Year of the Fan” Benefits as Part of 20th Anniversary Celebration

June 20, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 20, 2011) — Anime Expo’s 20th Anniversary at the L.A. Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011 will include several special features aimed at reinforcing this year’s theme of celebrating the “Year Of The Fan.” In effort to make the experience even more “fan friendly” to our attendees, Anime Expo introduces … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Veteran Voice Actor Toshio Furukawa as Guest of Honor

June 17, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 17, 2011) — Anime Expo 2011 has announced veteran voice actor Toshio Furukawa as a Guest of Honor.  Fans of the performer famous for such voice roles as Kagege, Kai Shiden, Shin, Asuma Shinohara, Piccolo, and Ataru Moroboshi  will have a chance to meet and hear from the man behind the voice … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Production Team Behind “LASTEXILE – Fam, The Silver Wing-” As Guests of Honor

June 16, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 16, 2011) — In conjunction with the highly-anticipated world premiere of “LASTEXILE -Fam, The Silver Wing-,” Anime Expo 2011 announces the production team behind the latest chapter in the popular “LASTEXILE” series as Guests of Honor.  Fans of the series will have a chance to meet and hear from Koichi Chigira, Makoto … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Voice Actors Toshiyuki Morikawa and Taliesin Jaffe as Guests of Honor

June 9, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 9, 2011) – Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced voice actors Toshiyuki Morikawa and Taliesin Jaffe at its latest Guests of Honor, when it returns to the LA Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011.  Fans will have an opportunity to see and hear from both … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Anime Director Seiji Mizushima as Guest of Honor

June 9, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 9, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced anime director Seiji Mizushima at its latest Guest of Honor, when it returns to the LA Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011.  Fans will have an opportunity to see and hear from Mr. Mizushima during a … More


Japanese Electronic Dance Act Nirgilis Performs Live in Concert at Anime Expo 2011

June 9, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 9, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, is pleased to present a live concert featuring electronic dance act, Nirgilis, when it returns to the LA Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011.   Famous in the Japanese music scene for their ability to fuse a variety of … More


Anime Expo Announces Manga Artists Izumi Matsumoto and Fred Gallagher as Guests of Honor

June 7, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 7, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced manga artists Izumi Matsumoto and Fred Gallagher at its latest Guests of Honor, when it returns to the LA Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. Both Mr. Matsumoto and Gallagher will participate in a meet-and-greet, autograph … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Vocaloid Songwriter Onyx Kobayashi, ASCII Media Works Editor Toshihiro Fukuoka and DANCEROID as Guests

June 6, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 6, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced Vocaloid songwriter Onyx Kobayashi as its latest Guest of Honor, when it returns to the LA Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. In addition, Anime Expo has added Toshihiro Fukuoka, the editor of two popular Japanese … More


Maon Kurosaki, The Latest Singing Sensation From Tokyo’s Akihabara Scene, Will Make Her U.S. Concert Debut at Anime Expo 2011

June 2, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 2, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, will present the U.S. debut concert of Maon Kurosaki, the latest singing and dancing pop star to break out from Tokyo’s Akihabara scene. She will be performing live on Sunday, July 3rd at the world renowned Club Nokia.  In addition, … More


Anime Expo 2011 Announces Crypton Future Media CEO Hiroyuki Itoh and Producer Wataru Sasaki as Guests of Honor

June 2, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 2, 2011) — In conjunction with the U.S. live concert debut of Hatsune Miku, Anime Expo 2011 has announced as Guests of Honor the creative team behind Japan’s Virtual Pop Idol — Crypton Future Media CEO Hiroyuki Itoh and Producer Wataru Sasaki. Itoh and Sasaki will give Miku fans a glimpse into … More


Anime Expo 2011 Presents IDEA FACTORY’s Kenta Sugano and Katsuyuki Hirano as Guests of Honor

June 2, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 2, 2011) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced two of video game company Idea Factory’s major creative forces — Director Kenta Sugano and Lead Artist Katsuyuki Hirano — as Guests of Honor. Mr. Sugano and Mr. Hirano will participate in an attendee panel that explores the … More


Voice Actress And Singer Miyuki Sawashiro Joins Guest Of Honor Line-Up At Anime Expo 2011

May 31, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (May 31, 2010) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced voice actress and singer Miyuki Sawashiro as its newest Guest of Honor when it returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. Sawashiro will participate in autograph sessions, an attendee panel and a … More


Anime Expo 2011 Presents Good Smile Company President Takanori Aki As An Industry Guest

May 30, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (May 30, 2010) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, has announced the President of Good Smile Company, Takanori Aki, as an industry guest. Mr. Aki will be holding an attendee panel at Anime Expo when it returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. … More


Anime Expo 2011 Goes Behind The Scenes Of Power Rangers With Stars From The Legendary Entertainment Franchise

May 27, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (May 27, 2011) — Anime Expo 2011, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, will morph into Power Rangers central — reuniting the stars of multiple seasons of the legendary TV series and movies when it returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. The Power Rangers phenomenon … More


Anime Expo Welcomes Leading Video Game Developer Sohei Niikawa, President Of Nippon Ichi Software, As Guest Of Honor

May 19, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (May 19, 2010) — Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, announces video game developer Sohei Niikawa, President of Nippon Ichi Software (NIS), as its newest Guest of Honor when it returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011. Carrying on Anime Expo’s tradition of connecting … More


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Anime Expo Dedicates Annual Charity Auction To Japanese Disaster Relief

April 6, 2011 - 

Japanese Red Cross Society Sole Beneficiary Of Popular Fundraiser At North America’s Largest Anime and Manga Event LOS ANGELES (April 11, 2011) — Anime Expo (AX), North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, today announced that the Japanese Red Cross Society will be the sole beneficiary of the Charity Auction held in conjunction with its … More


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Programming Updates

Anime Expo 2011 Announces Tune in Tokyo, Stephanie Yanez and Dig Jelly as Club Nokia Performers

June 17, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (June 17, 2011) — Tune in Tokyo brings its global pop sound to the Club Nokia VIP Lounge as part of Anime Expo 2011, presenting a night of J-Pop, K-Pop, Japanese Electro and Indie, and International Club Beats on Saturday, July 2nd. They will be joined by AX Idol Winner and J-Pop singer … More


Anime Expo 2011 Programming Registration System is Now Live!

March 28, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (March 28, 2011) – Anime Expo (AX), North America’s largest anime and manga event, announces the launch of its online programming registration system. Sign-ups for panels, workshops, screenings and more are now available online. Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, Anime Expo will return to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, … More


Anime Expo 2011 Proudly Presents The World Premiere Of “LASTEXILE -Fam, The Silver Wing-,” The New Chapter In The Hit Anime Series

February 17, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (January 17, 2011) Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Anime Expo — North America’s largest anime and manga event — will present the highly-anticipated world premiere of “LASTEXILE -Fam, The Silver Wing-.” Anime Expo returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2011 with the largest exhibition and program in its … More


Anime Expo 2011 Champions Creativity and Skill By Awarding Anime Music Video Winners Bigger-Than-Ever Cash Prizes

February 9, 2011 - 

LOS ANGELES (February 9, 2011) – Here’s your chance to win BIG by showcasing your creativity, skill and love for anime in the Anime Expo 2011 “Anime Music Video Contest” (AMVs). One of the most beloved and highest-attended events held at Anime Expo (AX), AMV participants now have another reason to get to work on … More


Creative Cosplayers Can Strike It Rich At Anime Expo 2011 With Over $25,000 In Cash And Prizes

February 2, 2011 - 

Anime Expo 2011 Offers North America’s Largest Anime Masquerade Competition Cash Prize LOS ANGELES (February 2, 2011) — Anime cosplayers: start your sewing machines engines now! It’s time to get stitching and rehearsing to have a chance to get your share of $25,000 in cash and prizes at Anime Expo 2011. Celebrating its 20th anniversary … More


Intoducing… SCHED Scheduling System

June 27, 2010 - 

Announcing…. SCHED! Create a personal schedule based on events YOU want to attend. Export and bring it with you to Anime Expo 2010! Use! SCHED makes it easy for attendees to explore and learn more about AX events by using color-based categorization, single-column view and live search. Detailed session information is revealed by hovering over … More


Laser Light Spectacular to Rock Anime Expo® 2010!

June 23, 2010 - 

Los Angeles, CA – June 23, 2010 – Anime Expo® is thrilled to announce today the addition of the Anime Expo 2010 Laser Light Spectacular show at its July convention. Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2010, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The Laser … More


Anime Expo® 2010 Announces the North American Premiere of KISARAGI, a Theatrical Play in Homage to Otaku Culture

June 22, 2010 - 

Los Angeles, CA – June 22, 2010 – Anime Expo® is pleased to announce today that the North American premiere of the theatrical play, KISARAGI, will be hosted on July 2 at 5:30p.m. in the J.W. Marriott Hotel. Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2010, … More


Anime Expo® Announces AX Idol 2010 Hosts & Judges

June 22, 2010 - 

Los Angeles, CA – June 22, 2010 – Anime Expo® is pleased to announce today the AX Idol 2010 hosts and judges that will be participating in the event’s 8th season. Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2010, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. AX … More


Anime Expo®, North America’s Largest Anime and Manga Event, Kicks Off Next Month

June 15, 2010 - 

Stars of Japanese Animation and Legions of Fans to Flock to the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 – 4, 2010 LOS ANGELES—June 15, 2010—Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2010, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, kicks off next month with a marathon of … More


Anime Expo® 2010 Announces World Premiere Screening of BLACK LAGOON Roberta’s Blood Trail

May 18, 2010 - 

Anaheim, CA – May 18, 2010 – Anime Expo® is pleased to announce today that the world premiere of the third and the latest installment of the popular BLACK LAGOON anime series, Roberta’s Blood Trail, will be screened at its July convention. Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for … More


Anime Expo 2010 Announces Registration Date for Karaoke Contest

May 11, 2010 - 

Sign-Ups to begin May 15th at 10:00a.m. Anaheim, CA – May 11, 2010 – Get ready to sing your heart out! Anime Expo® announces open registration for the 14th annual Karaoke Contest. Anime Expo, the United States’ largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 – 4, 2010, at the Los Angeles Convention … More


Anime Expo 2010 Announces Date for AX Idol Registration!

April 30, 2010 - 

Sign-ups to begin May 2nd for AX Idol’s 8th Season Anaheim, CA – April 30, 2010 – Calling all thespians, vocalists and lovers of anime! Anime Expo® announces another season of AX Idol! One of the most coveted and attended events at Anime Expo, AX Idol gives attendees the unique opportunity to display their voice … More


Anime Expo is holding an open call for Cosplay Judges!

April 13, 2010 - 

The Cosplay Events Department is currently looking to fill positions for both construction and performance judging. Construction judging is considered a staff position with related benefits. Construction judges must be able to work full days July 1st – 3rd on a set schedule. They will be responsible for judging Midnight Tea, Pop Shock Masquerade, and … More


Anime Expo 2010 Announces Date for Masquerade Registration

April 2, 2010 - 

Anaheim, CA – April 2, 2010 – Interested in Cosplay (Costume Play)? Do you want to show off your creative anime or manga costumes alongside thousands of other fans? Anime Expo® is excited to announce that registration for its most popular Coplay event, Masquerade, will be opening soon! Masquerade is held during North America’s largest … More


Anime Expo® Programming Registration System is Now Live!

March 2, 2010 - 

Sign-ups for panels, workshops, contests and much more are now available online Anaheim, California – March 2, 2010 — Anime Expo announces the launch of its online programming registration system for North America’s largest anime and manga convention held July 1 – 4, 2010 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. More information can be found … More


Anime Expo® 2009 Continues to Hold the Title of Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Event with a Record Number of Over 44,000 in Attendance

July 5, 2009 - 

Nation’s Largest Anime and Manga Event Donates Over $29,000 From the SPJA Charity Auction to Benefit the Children of Children’s Hospital Orange County and Announces Next Year’s Convention Dates. LOS ANGELES, CA July 5, 2009 Once again, Anime Expo® dominates all other anime and manga conventions and holds the title of nation’s largest anime and … More


Anime Expo® 2009 Continues Strong into Day 4 as the Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention

July 5, 2009 - 

Over 40,000+ Unique Attendees at the Nation’s Largest Anime and Manga Event LOS ANGELES, CA – July 5, 2009 – Following yesterday evening’s standing-room only Masquerade Main Event (over 7,200 seats available), Anime Expo® 2009 continues strong with the today’s highly anticipated events including the Robot Chicken panel and the SPJA Charity Auction benefiting Children’s … More


Anime Expo® 2009 Roars Into Day 3 Of Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention

July 5, 2009 - 

Record Breaking Attendance Numbers With Biggest Events Still to Happen LOS ANGELES, CA – July 4, 2009 – With the convention’s most celebrated events still to happen, already close to 40,000 unique attendees have flowed into the halls of the Los Angeles Convention Center to attend the nation’s largest anime and manga convention, Anime Expo® … More


Anime Expo® 2009 Rides on a High for Its Second Day in Los Angeles

July 3, 2009 - 

2009 SPJA Industry Award Recipients Announced at the Nation’s Largest Anime and Manga Convention LOS ANGELES, CA – July 3, 2009 – Following a highly energized Opening Ceremony, an epic concert by the world famous visual kei band Moi dix Mois and a rocking Battle of the Bands Event, Anime Expo® 2009 continues into its … More


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  • Question about bus passes
    February 3, 2012 

    I bought a regular 4-day pass -- is the bus pass included in that? If not -- can somebody please post a link to the area on the site where I can purchase a bus pass separately? Thanks.

  • SD to LA
    February 2, 2012 

    Anyone going to travel from San Diego to LA for the Expo?

  • AX and the X Games
    February 2, 2012 

    I just recently found out thanks to a post from KrisZ on another forum that I freuqent that while AX is going on, so will this little event called the X Games...needles to say, the downtown area is going to be quite insane that whole weekend. Should be interesting to say the least...I'm sure X Games attendees will get a kick out of all of the cos-player

  • AX Maid Cafe 2012 Application!
    February 2, 2012 

    AX Maid Cafe is now accepting applications for Anime Expo 2012 at LACC. We are recruiting new Maids, Hosts, and a couple Photographers. If you are interested in being a volunteer staff at AX, please send in an application. If you know someone who might be interested, feel free to let them know. Application Cycle One Deadline: Monday February 13th 9:00PM PST

  • european tea set
    February 2, 2012 

    Does anyone knows any good web site that sells European tea set for a good price. Since ill b cosplaying ass butler that will b holding a tea set for my gf that will b a lolita

  • AX/SPJA Open House on February 11!
    January 31, 2012 

    Are you interested in staffing for Anime Expo? Not sure what the difference is between volunteering and staffing? Want to know what it is like being on staff? Curious about the Anime Expo office? Come to our Open House on February 11, 2pm - 5pm and talk to our current and veteran staffers to learn more! Managers will be on site to recruit prospective staffer

  • Previous Years Hotel Prices?
    January 28, 2012 

    Hi all, I'm trying to figure funds out needed for the con, and as such would like it if people could give me the rates of the convention hotels from previous years? I know they may or may not be the same, but I'd like a general rate idea. Also parking rates would be nice too! Thanks in advance!

  • Looking for an artist and a seamstress for website
    January 28, 2012 

    looking for artists and stitching skills (seamstress maybe?). I am currently working on a new media department for my website and looking for an Artist to draw us a background image to use for our streams and shows, which will be used while giving artist full credit. Also looking for someone with stitching skills to help make a prototype plush for our websit

  • What a bunch of herbs
    January 27, 2012 

    I was reading an article about Soulja Boy attending the LA premier for the new Full Metal Alchemist movie and I loled @ all the &@#%@ing about it. In the comments there was nothing but white suburban nerds complaining about Soulja Boy's like of anime and that he wasn't a "true fan". They also just kept going about how rap "makes

  • Accomodation Booking Problem
    January 26, 2012 

    I am trying to book a hotel through your AX reservation site but it looks like everything is out of date. When I click on any of the hotels to book the rate on your site, it tells me that the event is closed. When will the accommodations portion of your site be ready for bookings or has everything been completely booked up by January? Thanks.

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