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    • ACRO TOKYO
      Fashion

      ACRO TOKYO designs and produces some of Harajuku fashion’s most influential brands, including REFLEM, TRAVAS TOKYO, and FUGA.

    • Alice Brenner
      Host

      Alice Brenner is a standup comedian, writer and actor in Los Angeles. She is the 3rd time host of the stand up comedy competition at Anime Expo and a massive weeb.

    • Ananya
      Host

      Ananya is a global creator bridging Japan and the U.S. A self-taught Japanese speaker of 7+ years, she’s known for comedic skits, life in Japan, and language content. She has 900K followers, 12M+ monthly views, and also hosts the TokyoTalks podcast.

    • Bibisama
      Fashion

      Bibisama is an anime-inspired streetwear brand with 10 years of heritage, blending contemporary fashion with deep anime and manga influences. Each piece reflects “silent expression,” allowing fans to subtly showcase identity through culturally inspired design.

    • Billy Tringali
      Industry Appearance

      Billy Tringali is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime and Manga Studies, the only open-access journal that publishes exclusively on anime, manga cosplay, and their fandoms.

    • Brandon McInnis
      Host

      Brandon McInnis is an award-winning voice actor, singer, and voice director most known for voicing Gyutaro (the Upper Six demon) in Demon Slayer, Sir Nighteye in My Hero Academia, Finral in Black Clover, Gen in Dr.STONE, Alear in Fire Emblem: Engage, Apollo in EPIC: The Musical, and many more.

    • Chikkupea
      Cosplay Senpai

      Chikkupea is a Southern California based cosplayer with over 10 years of crafting experience.

    • Citrus Dollette
      Fashion

      Citrus Dollette is a Boston-based fashion brand inspired by Japan’s Heisei Retro era. Blending art, nostalgia, and kawaii aesthetics, Citrus Dollette creates colorful, size-inclusive pieces that highlight artistic design.

    • Dessi-Desu
      Cosplay Senpai

      Dessi-Desu is a cosplayer and illustrator with over 20 years of experience crafting and wearing her cosplay creations.

    • Dolly Ave
      Performer

      Dolly Ave is a genre-blending artist whose career bridges global music and Japanese pop culture.

    • FRAN
      Cosplay Judge

      FRAN is a Japanese cosplayer, performer, and cultural liaison whose work spans artistic creation, international collaboration, and the structural development of the global cosplay community.

    • Hachioji-P
      Vocaloid DJ

      Known as the "Prince of Vocaloid music," Hachioji P is a top-tier music producer whose electric, dance-music-inspired sound has defined a generation. His massive hits, including "Kimagure Mercy" and "Gimme×Gimme," have surpassed 35 million views each, making him a staple in the global Vocaloid community.

    • himi♡chuu
      Idol

      himi♡chuu is a J-pop group based in the USA, comprised of 4 members: Amanda, BERRY, shoyun, and Chino.

    • HoshibakoWorks
      Fashion

      HoshibakoWorks is a fashion brand based in Japan specializing in clothing, hats, and accessories. HoshibakoWorks captures the essence of a tiny universe filled with wondrous, sparkling things, nestled in a jewelry box overflowing with stardust.

    • karory
      Industry Appearance

      karory is an illustrator, game character designer from Japan. karory has contributed to many of Dengeki Moeoh illustrations, as well as light novel series "The Case of Me, a Tutor for Noble People in a Dress" to name a few. This is karory's first West Coast appearance so don't miss out!

    • Kazuo Maekawa
      Guest

      Kazuo Maekawa is a professional manga artist with over 30 years of experience and the lead instructor at MANGA DOJO TOKYO. He is best known for his work on the globally recognized Ace Attorney manga series, with titles that have been translated and published worldwide.

    • Ken Ayugai
      Host

      Widely recognized in Japan through his work as voice talent in various mediums, Ken has been an active player in the Japanese entertainment industry for over 30 years as Musician, Actor, Radio DJ, and TV personality, etc.

    • kz(livetune)
      Vocaloid DJ

      A legendary music producer and a pioneer of the Japanese electronic music scene, best known under the moniker livetune. He gained global recognition for creating "Tell Your World," the iconic theme for the Google Chrome feat. Hatsune Miku commercial, and "Hand in Hand," the official theme for Magical Mirai 2015.

    • L.A. Taiko Ichiza
      Performer

      L.A. Taiko Ichiza is a premier Japanese taiko drum ensemble, seeking to raise the level of intensity and enjoyment of taiko for ourselves, as well as the audience, by striving for a high level of group unity. We are dedicated to the advancement of the art of taiko drumming with a deep respect for traditional Japanese culture and spirit.

    • Lisa Wallen
      Judge

      Lisa Wallen is a nationally headlining stand up comedian and the self-proclaimed "queen of anime and gaming stand up", who just recently released a full length comedy special "Lisa Wallen Leaves the House" on YouTube, which is the first, self-proclaimed stand up comedy special filmed inside a gaming store.

    • May Ever Riff
      Idol

      May Ever Riff is a self produced girl group with songs full of melodic riffs and ever so enchanting vocals.

    • Mega Mite
      Cosplay Senpai

      Mega Mite is a Master-level cosplayer known for award-winning craftsmanship, design, and performance. She focuses on clean construction, strong silhouettes, and high-impact finishing, sharing insights to help others elevate their cosplay.

    • Misamaru
      Fashion

      Founded in June 2024, MISAMARU was established to expand the possibilities and choices of traditional Japanese attire. We create modern kimono fashion that harmonizes heritage with contemporary life.

    • Mizuki Hiruta
      Guest

      Mizuki Hiruta is a WBO World Champion boxer from Japan and the 2025 Ring Magazine Female Fighter of the Year. Based in Japan and Los Angeles, she aims to inspire and entertain fans worldwide while becoming a global superstar. Photo credit: Lina Baker / 360 Promotions

    • picco
      Vocaloid DJ

      picco is a Tokyo-based trackmaker and Vocaloid producer. She primarily creates music using VOCALOID, characterized by catchy melodies and uplifting electro sounds.

    • RinRin Doll
      Host

      RinRin Doll is a Tokyo-based Creative Director and Model. Known from her modeling career with Angelic Pretty, she has also been featured in FRUiTS, KERA!, and Gothic Lolita Bible. An expert in bringing Harajuku fashion global, she curates Japanese brands for her select shop, RinRin Boutique, creates music, and hosts shows like NHK Kawaii International.

    • Robbie Daymond
      Voice Actor

      Robbie Daymond is a voice actor best known as Megumi Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen, Spider-Man in 2017's animated Spider-Man series, Gilthunder in The Seven Deadly Sins, Tuxedo Mask in Sailor Moon, Oden in One Piece, Chrollo in HunterxHunter, as well as appearing on the hit series Critical Role.

    • Sasara Sekine
      Host

      Sasara Sekine is a Tokyo-based Japanese actor, model, influencer, and MC, and a former member of the idol group “Houkago Princess.”

    • SatapanP
      Vocaloid DJ

      SatapanP is Hyper-Vocaloid Producer who is talented at blending multiple genres and chaotic, thrilling, catchy elements. Youtube Subscribers surpassed 1 million in only 2 years since the debut.

    • Suzie Yeung
      Voice Actor

      Suzie Yeung is an actress who voices in anime, video games, and cartoons. She is best known for her roles as Yuffie in Final Fantasy VII Remake, Fuuka in Persona 3 Reload, Makima in Chainsaw Man, and Eula in Genshin Impact.

    • Takaaki Hirakawa
      Host

      Takaaki is an actor known for playing Lord Mizoguchi in “SHOGUN” (Disney+/FX) , voicing Tengu Crest in “Blue Eye Samurai” (Netflix), and joining multiple shows and movies in Japan, including The Last Samurai Standing (Netflix).

    • TeddyLoid
      Special Appearance

      A versatile music producer and DJ artist based in both Japan and the United States. Known for their ability to blend cutting-edge sounds with global sensibilities, they continue to push the boundaries of the electronic music scene, connecting fans across the world through their innovative productions and high-energy DJ performances.

    • Twinfools
      Cosplay Senpai

      Twinfools is a Canadian cosplayer who has been cosplaying for over 15 years with experience in wig styling, costume construction, cosplay video and skit production and promoting inclusivity through cosplay.

    • weichiadi
      Cosplay Senpai

      Wei is a cosplayer and content creator known for thoughtful, budget-friendly projects and vlogtorials on wigs, sewing, and props. She has competed, guested, judged, and tabled at cons across Canada and the U.S., sharing educational content that prioritizes creativity, confidence, and sustainability.

    • Wendee Lee
      Voice Actor

      Wendee Lee is a premier voice artist and director with over 650 credits spanning over 4 decades.

    • Xanthe Huynh
      Voice Actor

      Xanthe Huynh is a Los Angeles based voice actor known for their roles in video games and anime such as Persona 5 (Haru Okumura), Fire Emblem: Three Houses (Marianne Von Edmund), Honkai Star Rail (Pela), HunterxHunter (Alluka), Lycoris Recoil (Takina), and Kimi ni Todoke (Sawako Kuronuma).

    • Yoshitaka Amano
      Guest

      Born in 1952 in Shizuoka City, Yoshitaka Amano is a legendary artist and character designer whose influential career spans from early anime work at Tatsunoko Production to iconic creations for Final Fantasy, Vampire Hunter D, and Guin Saga, with international exhibitions and numerous prestigious awards recognizing his global impact.

    • Yuujou Daiko
      Performer

      Founded in 2012 through friendship, Yuujou Daiko is a Japanese drumming ensemble dedicated to the mastery of taiko.

    • Zeno Robinson
      Voice Actor

      Zeno Robinson is an American voice actor known for both Western animation and English dubs of Japanese anime, and video games. Zeno’s major roles include Remy Remington in Disney's Big City Greens, Hawks in My Hero Academia, Akira in Zom 100, Junpei in Persona 3: Reload and Sethos in Genshin Impact.

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