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Have you ever wanted to be one of your favorite pokemon or non-human characters? Not sure if you can gijinka 'that thing'? Bring it forward! A gathering of minds can always help awaken everyones creativity. Please join three talented gijinka cosplayers in this panel where we will be walking you through the process of creating your perfect gijinka costume, from concept sketch to finishing that last stitch. Wearing a gijinka cosplay to this panel is encouraged, either for critique or simply just to show off what you've got!

If you like anime there might be a live action for you! Come learn about some of the vast live actions shows that were made from some of the popular anime and manga such as GTO, Hana Yori Dango, Ouran High School Host Club, Rurouni Kenshin, and more. After the presentation there will be a discussion on the different live actions.

A discussion of how to get to Japan, what to do while you're there, and how to get around.

Join fashion designer Ladie Eve, owner of the raver accessory brand Dreaded Eden, as she showcases varies styles that are common among anime convention attendees, and also gives her advice about how you can achieve your own unique look without taking it too far! Will also include a free raffle of Dreaded Eden items!

FUN! Tips on breeding, training, etc. How to legitimately chain and catch shinies!  Trivia!  Music!  Contests!  Prizes!  Free Pokemanz!  Trade with lots of other Pokéfans!  Bring your DS and favorite Pokémon DS game!

Ever want to talk to a real LIVE Pokemon Professor?  This is your chance.  You can ask questions about rules, play a game and even learn some really cool new strategies.

Have you ever wanted to be photographed while wearing a gorgeous Kimono?  Well, now's your chance!  Stop by anytime between noon to 4pm to be dressed, beautifully posed and professionally photographed by Kuniko-san.

Do you have an interest in traveling to Japan?  Are you crazy about Tokyo (even though you've probably never been)?  Are you just simply fascinated by Japanese culture?  If so, then you'll enjoy hearing about my lessons learned as I traveled to Japan via Tokyo, Yokohama and Kyoto.  I'll share funny (and scary) stories about my journey, tons of travel tips, the do's and dont's of Japanese culture, awesome neighborhoods in Tokyo, Japanese cuisine, and more.

Want a way to further emerge yourself into the Asian cultures then come learn about their Dramas aka their TV Shows. Here we'll talk about shows from Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. Learn the actors, the history, what shows have been done in more than one country and become a more well rounded fan of Asia.

Cosplay is a global phenomenon! Join Yaya for a fun hour of photos and stories from her many trips to International conventions and cosplaying experiences in different cultures, such as Japan, Italy, Australia, Great Britain, Germany, Brazil, Mexico etc.

Lisle was actually in the Academy Award winning film "Lost in Translation", but she also does a lot of work as a freelance interpreting, including everything from doing on-set interpreting for commercials and movie sets, to interpreting for business meetings, etc. This panel is for those of you who might be interested in entering the world of interpreting/translating, and she will give you some of the ins and outs of the industry, as well as some of the interesting and funny experiences she has had throughout her work as an interpreter/translator.

It's no secret that webcomics have near infinite potential for popularity, but a decent drawing hand alone won't get you far. Learn some of the do's and dont's of serious webcomic work, from regular updates, to writing, to the overuse of "popular content". We'll tackle the more valid side of typical webcomic criticisms, and offer basic practical insights for serious creators hoping to go places with their webcomics.

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When the world is threatened by alien invaders and giant prehistoric monsters, there is only one agency equipped to handle the situation, The Science Patrol, an ultra-sophisticated police force equipped with high-tech weaponry and spacecrafts. Led by Captain Muramatsu, the team defends the planet from the unknown. When their weaponry can't stop their foes, one of their members, Hayata, transforms into the giant superhero from Nebula M713... Ultraman!

Afterward, please join us in Main Events at 4:00 PM for Opening Ceremonies.

So you want to get into cosplaying, but have no idea where to start? Well stop by and learn almost every you want to know such as where to get wigs, to how to start a photoshoot.

Have your eyes set on a handsome South Korean star? Have your eyes set on many? Come ride the Korean Wave as we discuss your favorite K-Pop stars and decide upon who reigns supreme as the true K-Pop Husbands!

Conqueror of Shamballa

It is 1923 in Munich. Two years have passed since Edward Elric's sacrifice ripped him out of his world and into ours, separating him from his younger brother, Alphonse. In that time, Ed's continued research into rocketry has allied him with Alphonse Heiderich, a fellow researcher who oddly resembles Ed's brother. Progress has been slow, however, and Ed has become discouraged. But when he saves a quiet Gypsy girl with the power to read minds, Ed is quickly pulled into a plot by the Thule Society and the burgeoning Nazi Party that could drag both worlds into a terrible war.

Meanwhile, back in his own world, Al has been unlocking new secrets of alchemy and gaining incredible powers, all in the hopes of finding Ed.

Battling the occult, ideological extremists, and monstrous Homunculi lurking in the shadows; can the brothers find a way to reunite without causing chaos and bloodshed? What will happen when the world of alchemy and the world of modern science collide?

Premium OVA Collection

The Fullmetal Alchemist universe expands with new stories that reunite almost all of the original U.S. cast in four eye-opening tales available for the first time outside of Japan.

In the Interactive Experience (“State Alchemists vs. Homunculi”), you're on the front line against the Homunculus scourge. This short was originally shown at Universal Studios Japan as cross-promotion for the Shamballa movie. In the “Live Action” featurette, the search for truth continues with Alphonse Elric in modern Japan.  Then, you're invited to the “Chibi Party”, but don't arrive late... With Gluttony on the guest list, the finger foods - and fingers - probably won't last long. Finally, the “Kids” short offers proof that innocence lost can be found again.

Afterwards, please join Katsucon in Main Events for Opening Ceremonies at 4:00 PM.

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4000 years after abandoning the Earth, the fate of humanity now hangs on the actions of a tiny few! Under attack by a merciless enemy from another dimension, the crew of the spaceship Woglinde must fight not only to save their own lives, but also to keep a mysterious monolith with unknown powers out of the claws of mankind's most fearsome enemy. The monolith is called the Zohar, and the evil Gnosis will stop at nothing to get it.

Enter KOS-MOS, a robotic weapon as dangerous and misunderstood as she is beautiful. Designed to protect humankind, she may be its last hope... or the instrument of its downfall.

Afterwards, please join us in Main Events at 4:00 PM for Opening Ceremonies.

Catch up on the state of the industry, direct form FUNimation. Hear the latest news and get updates on upcoming releases live at the show. Stick around till the end of the show for some special announcements.

Your first con? Last one was a disaster? Veteran congoer Kat "Tigress" Ingersoll gives you tips, tricks and horror stories to help you make your con a safe and happy one.

Working with the participants to make small models using various materials, and then giving an overview or tips and tricks of modeling, using visual techniques to replicate and manipulate the model on a computer using basic animation software.

Fan of Big Bang? Girls’ Generation? BEAST? Kara? SHINee? Come join us in a discussion about Korean Pop music and its growing popularity around the world! A variety of music videos will be shown as well as trivia questions with prizes at the end.  All ages are welcome to this one!!

A fun, hectic crash course through the culture, history, current affairs, geography, politics, and many other aspects of Japan.

Stern Bild City is a thriving metropolis where superheroes called "NEXTs" protect the streets, sponsors pull the strings, and a hugely popular show called Hero TV captures all of it. Veteran hero Kotetsu Kaburagi (a.k.a. Wild Tiger) and hotheaded new hero Barnaby Brooks, Jr. (nicknamed Bunny by his friends) are forced to team up not only to protect Stern Bild City, but to earn as many points on Hero TV as possible.

Joined by a diverse cast of heroes, all with different powers and answering to their own corporate sponsors, Tiger and Bunny must find a way to work together, uncover the secret of the "Ouroboros," and earn enough points to become this year's King of Heroes.

Afterward, please join us in Main Events at 4:00 PM for Opening Ceremonies.

A how-to guide on wearing more revealing costumes. This panel covers costume structure, types of double sided tape, the way you carry yourself, undergarments and tricks of the trade. Additionally, this panel also covers how to react to inappropriate comments, creepers/photographers and uncomfortable situations. Photographers can also attend since there is a small section on how to approach cosplayers and react to them. Q&A at the end!

Kamishibai is a Japanese form of storytelling with pictures; this panel will be conducted with original Japanese materials provided by the japanese Embassy. Children ages 3 and up welcome.

This panel talks about the history of Japan to the medieval times, so that fans can have a better sense of the historical context that has helped shape some of their favorite anime and manga. Findout why you too might like yayoi! Poetry for sex and politics inthe Heian era! The rise of the Samurai!

What time is it? Adventure Time!  Come along with us as we peek into the Land of Ooo and follow the heroic Jake the Dog and Finn the Human on their quest to save the day!

From Number Girl to Masu Dore, from Asian Kung-Fu Generation to Thee Michelle Gun Elephant, Japan's independent music underground has produced some of the greatest bands the world has ever seen. Join us as we discuss these bands and others, and of course play some fantastic music!

Ever wanted to create an RPG? Here's where you start! Come join veterans or beginners in this craft as we look into shaping not just a setting, but the mechanics for an original game. Whether you plan to publish or just enjoy with friends, this is where it all begins!

You've got a great product, it's your first (or hundredth) Artists' Alley, and you're really excited to go earn all the money in the universe! But how much does your product cost, and how much SHOULD it cost? Two members of the Hooked on Chibis! staff are here to help you set fair prices, share their tabling stories, and answer all your questions.

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Are you all ready for the Formal Ball? Are you ready to show off on the dance floor? Not so much? Got your costume all figured out, but still have two left feet? Don't worry; we can help! Come join us and learn everything you need to know to dance the night away!

An introduction to spoken Japanese, including greetings and basic grammar.

The Japanese Tea Ceremony panel is a demonstration of thenRyakubon ceremony, a traditional Japanese thin tea ceremony. The panel will also include a discussion on the history of tea in Japan, and the origins of the ceremony, its symbolism, and its roots in Zen. Li Izumi studied the tea ceremony in Akita, Japan and has been hosting the Japanese Tea Ceremony panel with Akiko at various conventions since 2004.

Dying to know Italy's favorite pasta? What does Russia keep under that scarf? Just how bad is England's cooking? And where the heck IS Canada, anyway?! The nations of Hetalia are back to answer more of your questions! More fun than the Spanish Inquisition!

Maybe it's the complex plots, the intricate costume designs, the touching relationships, the Japanese men in spandex...or maybe you just like to watch things blow up. Whatever your interest, come to this panel to find out why more girls should be watching Tokusatsu, Japanese superhero shows.

Do you have what it takes to face the many challenges of the Shinobi? Are you willing to put yourself on the line for the glory of your Ninja Clan? Does free Ramen sound good to you? If you answered yes to any of these questions; then "Ninja Ninja Challenge!!" is right for you!! Come join Godly team Cosplay for 2hrs of improv, games, and fun as teams of Ninja battle it out towards victory!! For Honor!! For the Clan!! For Ramen!! ...And yes, there will be Wasabi...

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Meet the Demon Patrol: a hotheaded demon prince; a sultry, half-naked ice princess; a lusty frog-demon spy; a talking wizard hat... and one little girl. This rag-tag group has been charged with the protection of Earth from a multitude of demons who would love nothing more than to bring their world crashing down around them. They'll face off against a vengeful squid, a somnambulant kitty cat, a pot full of snakes, a night-stalking deciduous, a hater of crotches, and even a literal butthead! Descend into an unreality filled with pratfalls, lewd behavior, and enough obscure cultural jetsam to drown us all!

When Nicoletta was a little girl, her mother, Olga, abandoned her and ran off to Rome to remarry. Fifteen years later and now a young woman, Nicoletta travels to Rome with the intention of ruining her mother's life. She tracks Olga down to a restaurant called Casetta dell'Orso, but the second Nicoletta steps through its door, everything changes.

It's a peculiar place staffed entirely by mature gentlemen wearing spectacles, and she, like their clientele, is helpless against their wise smiles and warm voices. Before Nicoletta realizes it, her plans for vengeance start to fade, and she's swept up in the sweet romance of everyday Italian life.

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Yoshii's a good-hearted goofball enrolled at a school where students settle their differences by summoning Avatars, pint-sized stand-ins with battle powers based on academic ability. That "academic ability" part is bad news for idiotic Yoshii - he's stuck in lowly Class F with the slackers. If these misfits want to escape their dump of a classroom and earn some respect, they'll have to fight their way up the ranks and take on Class A, the brightest students on campus. It's going to be tough, that's for sure, but once the underachievers of Class F get motivated, they don't give up - and Yoshii can't even spell surrender!

Dreaming of writing or drawing for a living?  It feels like nobody can tell you what’s between Step 1. COLLECT UNDERPANTS and Step 3. PROFIT! If comicking, illustration, or text-based gamecrafting are your passion, let's talk publishing and make them your paycheck.

Have you ever thrown together a cosplay of duct tape and cardboard, sat in a reg line sewing together pants, or had to remedy an unfortunate cosplay malfunction during a con? If you have then you should come down to Iron Cosplay where we have teams face off to make the best costume out of a random assortment of things and the secret ingredient. The best team will be crowned the champion and get all the spoils of victory.

"Come and check out Kamen Rider, and it's Impressive 40+ year history!Learn about its Influences in other Japanese media! Figure Out what Rider series would be best to start with or what to watch next! Rider Jump right in and Join Us In a Celebration Of Kamen Rider!"

Come out and see some of the best AMVs sent to Katsucon in the annual AMV Contest.

Join Yaya Han for her signature panel on the Sociology of Cosplay. We will talk about the many odd social aspects of cosplay - From what cosplay means to you, what type of cosplayers there are, to hot topics such as cyber-trolling of cosplayers as individuals and the community as a whole, misconceptions of sexy cosplays, how social media has affected cosplay, and where cosplay is heading in the future. Audience participation is encouraged!

The pain! Oh dear God, the pain!! How could you ever allow these shows to see the light of day?! We take no responsibility for any psychological damage done when we show (re: inflict upon) you some of the worst of the worst. And they say 'Cruel & Unusual Punishment' is illegal in this country!

Please join Chin Hayama as they present the art and technique of Soran Bushi, traditional Japanese Folk Dancing.  You will learn history of this art and also be able to try your hand at various steps and techniques.

To combat Earth's mightiest villains, the webcomics artists here at Katsucon have banded together. However, due to Earth's badly polluted atmosphere, their powers can only sustain them for sixty minutes, Go, webcomic artists! Fight in the name of love and justice!

This is a timeline of Japanese cross-cultural trade. It highlights how Japan and the US have traded ideas back and forth since the Meiji restoration, including film, music, zombies, animation, comics and other, less well-known representations (like wrestling and fashion). It is structured as a sort of "game of telephone," with each side borrowing ideas, altering them, then presenting them in new forms of media and consumption. It also discusses Douglas Gray's "Cool Japan" essay, Roland Kelt's Japanamerica thesis and touches upon the historical "identity crisis" Japan has dealt with in the past few centuries. 

Memoirs of a 6 ft. Blonde Geisha is a reflection on the various experiences of Lisle Wilkerson as a child who lived her whole life in Tokyo, Japan. She shares experiences about growing up in Japan, as well as "reverse culture shock" experiences since moving back to the U.S. Also Q&A so people can ask about  Japan, the culture & customs as well as differences between US/Japan.

Would you like to know how to make a basis plushie doll?  Then this is the panel for you!  You can come and make a plushie, no sewing skills necessary.  Supplies will be provided so come and enjoy!

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Jinta Yadomi and his group of childhood friends have become estranged after a tragic accident split them apart. Now in their high school years, a sudden surprise forces each of them to confront their guilt over what happened that day and come to terms with the ghosts of their past. With their childhood friend Menma back in their lives, the "Super Peace Busters" put their personal issues aside and work together to grant her one true wish. But to do it right, they'll have to overcome years of shame, hard feelings, and heartache.

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Cursed to live as both monster and man, Dante must spend his life fighting the demonic forces of darkness. Brandishing his sword, Rebellion, and his always-loaded guns, Ebony and Ivory, Dante is more than happy to send the demons back to hell - especially when there's money to be made.

Come and find out what's up with FUNimation, one of the leaders in North American anime. We'll have all the latest and greatest about some of your favorite shows, and info about what's new too!

Come and create a variety of flower and cherry blossom themed crafts for the whole family. Please be aware that there will be a limit to the first 30 people.

Do you like your drawings but feel they lack that certain "something" that could give your characters more life? The solution may be simpler than you think. Cartoonist Kevin Bolk (I'm My Own Mascot, Ensign Sue Must Die!) reveals the nuts and bolts of character expression, gesture, "line of action" and other techniques to help make your characters more emotive and expressive. Bring your drawing pad!

In the latest of the "What The Hell Went Wrong" series, the Tainted Reality crew takes a look at one of the most despised films in all of nerd culture: Dragonball Evolution! This interactive panel also allows fans to vent their pain and how this piece of Hollywood destroyed your childhood!

A panel that will go over all the need-to-knows, lesser knowns, & funny 'Lolz, wut?' moments that have occurred throughout the train wreck which is Bleach.

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Kimimaro is a hard-working college student, raised by his grandmother after his mother died and his father went mysteriously missing. Working at a mini-mart to eke out a meager existence while completing his studies, one night he is approached by a strange, clown-like man. This man has an offer: receive a near-endless supply of money through loans leveraged against one's future.

Part of the bargain includes joining other "Entrepreneurs" and battling with animal-like "Assets" to gain money directly tied to their lives. Intrigued, Kimimaro finds himself fighting alongside his Asset, Mshyu, and inadvertently discovers the twisted ties that secretly hold the World's economy together as well as his own family's past.

Ever wondered what it's like to Live The Dream of selling your art at a convention? There's a whole lot more to it than just sitting behind your table and showing off your work! Two members of the Hooked on Chibis! staff are here to expose the secrets of what it's like to actually run a table - the difference between an 8-hour day and a 12-hour day, 4 feet of space or 6 feet, etc. They'll also regale you with their stories, drawn from over 30 conventions, and answer your questions.

How serious of a fan of anime/ Japanese culture do you consider yourself? No matter how serious of a fan you are, you're still apart of the Otaku culture that thrives in the US. This panel takes a look at social events that have helped shaped the image of Otaku through a good vs. bad outlook.We want to improve that image and create a better image for Otaku.

Once again, the Geek Comedy Tour has returned to Katsucon, armed with its extensive knowledge of all things geeky, sci-fi, anime, video games, comic books, technology and nerd culture, the core lineup of Chris Barylick, Jake Young, James Jones, Joe Deeley, Evan Valentine and Jimmy Meritt along with killer guest comedians Tommy Sinbazo and Emily Ruskowski have returned to bring the funny to the otaku, no matter what.

General Questions and Answers.

Greg Ayres spent the better part of his summer screaming in Deadman Wonderland on Toonami. Come spend an hour with him as he talks about some of his new projects like, Hakuoki, No. 6, and Intrigue in the Bakumatsu. He'll also be glad to talk about some of his older shows like Saiyuki, and Chrono Crusade. There may even be a hint or two on a few new things yet to be announced yet, so don't miss it.

Come learn the true origins of two of the most popular science fiction genres in recent memory.  From the proto-era works of Jules Vern and Philip K. Dick, to the modern masters and individuals at the forefront of the subcultures surrounding these works of fiction, learn how these two genres relate, what they stand for and what they say about us as a society.

During the rapid importation of Western culture into Japan during the Meiji era, one part of it's influence is often overlooked: its clothing. Join us for a journey through the earliest years of modern Japan and see how fashion played a role in everyday life as well as the greater cultural context in which it functioned. We'll then shine the spotlight on kimono and see how the Meiji era makes them into what we know them as today. There will also be two kimono wearing demonstrations of popular Meiji fashions, so come and volunteer!

Come join us as we give you an exciting preview of what is available to you in our newly developed Katsucon Japanese Cultural Institute.  Samurai Dan and Jillian will take your breath away with their fun filled, fast paced stage show. You will find yourself enthralled with Kuniko Kanawa's Kimono demonstration and the Comiku Girl's Obon Festival dance.  All to be followed up by the highly renowned Chin Hamaya Taiko Drummers.  Not only will you be entertained but you may learn a thing or two along the way!

Mass Effect: Paragon Lost, the prequel to highly-anticipated Mass Effect 3, follows the early career of Alliance Marine, James Vega, as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against mysterious aliens known as The Collectors. Stationed in a remote star system, Vega and his troops must stop the insectoid warriors determined to collect the human population for unknown purposes.

Pirates, space, dinosaurs, and time travel! These themes and many more have been part of the last decade of Super Hero Time, the popular Sunday morning Japanese TV block featuring Kamen Rider and Super Sentai. Join us as we explore the entire decade- and yes, we'll even talk about Decade.

Love all those cute Pony Bead bracelets that you see everybody wearing?  Would you like to make your own?  Then this is the panel for you!

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For the past seven years, Kyousuke Kousaka's relationship with his younger sister Kirino has been nothing but cold. It's gotten the the point where the only talking the siblings do is to exchange greetings with each other. But one day, Kyousuke finds a moe anime DVD lying in the entrance hall of his house. His interest piqued, Kyousuke looks for the owner - only to discover it belongs to his very own sister Kirino. Shocked as Kyousuke was, this is just the beginning of the surprises that lie ahead...

In addition to being smart, pretty, and popular, Kirino Kousaka is also an obsessive consumer of anime and eroge. After Kyousuke promies not to mock her and keep this concealed from their parents, she starts to share a bit of her world with him. Kirino faces several problems as she tries to keep up appearances and balance her exemplary school life with her hobbies. Her brother becomes a crucial ally while dealing with all the difficulties that lie ahead.

Wanna get famous in cosplay? Cosplayer Nation will do a live show for 60 min interviewing as many cosplayers possible! All you need to do is attend. Got something to say, show off, or promote? All this will go on the Cosplayer Nation youtube of 1800+ subscribers, http://www.youtube.com/CosplayerNationTV

Ever wanted to play the voice of your favorite anime character? Now's your chance! Join veteran voice actor Crispin Freeman in a dubbing workshop where you get to learn how to voice act in anime! Volunteers will be able to try their hand at voice acting to picture using the same equipment the studios use! Crispin will personally direct the participants in the workshop, revealing to both them and the audience the techniques he's developed over 14 years in voice acting. Learn how to sound like you mean it when putting your voice into a character that's already been animated.

Clarinet, Trumpet, Euphonium and Tuba… playing Japanese pop?  Yes! Come listen to your favorite songs being played live.  Dance, sing and enjoy.

In the near future, Earth has been devastated by a nuclear hell. In these troubled times, kinetic martial arts have replaced weapons of mass destruction, and the legendary Fist of the North Star style may then be the only hope for humanity's survival.

Ken, the rightful master of Fist of the North Star, is forced to fight old friends gone mad, wicked new enemies, and even comes face to face with his power hungry elder brothers. All this in the hope that he will someday be reunited with his beloved Julia.

You've seen Super Art Fight. You LOVE Super Art Fight. Now behold as we let them unleash their worst desires on an unexpecting audience!

Obsidian Abnormal, the creator of the Zombie Alphabet and Postumo: The Deck of the Dead, shares his zombie-making skills.

Members of MangaGamer's staff will be present to discuss our recent, upcoming, and new titles being released. If time permits we'll also be discussing the visual novel industry as a whole and answering questions the audience may have about the industry

Don a mask (or we'll provide you one!), and stop by to meet other congoers in a twist on the classic speed dating panel.  With your faces covered, you will all have the opportunity to meet and greet many other people for a quick chat, friendship, or maybe something more.  Join us for Masked Encounters!

Nothing is true, everything is permitted. Learn to live by the Creed as the masters of the brotherhood show you everything you need to know about what it means to be an assassin.

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Based on the visual novel developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus (ChäoS;HEAd and Robotics;Notes) for the Xbox 360 in Japan.

The microwave is a time machine. Okarin proved it. The self-anointed mad scientist nuked bananas into some gelatinous version of the future. Or maybe it was the past. Doesn't matter. No one thought he could do it, but he did it anyway. He sent text messages through time to people he knew. To his friends. Some of them female. Pretty. He should have been more careful. He should have stopped. Tampering with the time-space continuum attracts unwelcome attention.

Clandestine organizations of nefarious origins take notice. SERN. Always watching. Okarin knows; he can feel their eyes. That's why he started the top secret Future Gadget Lab. To stop them. You should join. We get to wear lab coats, and it's dangerous. Danger is exciting because it's deadly. The microwave is a time machine.

To combat Earth's mightiest villains, the webcomics artists here at Katsucon have banded together. However, due to Earth's badly polluted atmosphere, their powers can only sustain them for sixty minutes, Go, webcomic artists! Fight in the name of love and justice!

Bring your gaming devices and get ready to CATCH THEM ALL!

Tired of one-dimensional do-gooders, angst-ridden wallflowers, damsels in distress and invincible god-villains? Then let Michael "Mookie" Terracciano give you some tips, trick and pointers on how to write some truly memorable and unique characters!

The Anarchy Sisters Panty and Stocking are two nasty angels who got booted from the pearly gates for being foul-mouthed bitches! Now they spend their days blowing up ghosts in the lecherous abyss between Heaven and Earth. Panty likes sex, Stocking likes sweets, their afro-sporting main man Garter Belt has a fetish we can't mention. Together, they're keeping the streets free of bodily fluids. Ghosts don't have a prayer against their panty pistols and stocking swords, and if this debaucherous duo can collect enough Heaven Coins, they just might get their halos back. They've got a slim chance in hell, but rolling commando is the best way to get lucky - especially with Panty and Stocking!

If you enjoy the written word and are interested in honing your talents, the William's Writing Workshop is for you. Intended for novice writers as well as those with now storytelling experience, this workshop will cover successful authors, strategies, and means for improvement across many genres, styles, and media. Areas of focus include realistic dialogue, scene-setting, powerful description, and building tension.

Welcome one and all to the most notorious guild in Fiore; Fairy Tail. Ever wanted to know what happens behind the closed doors or ask your favorite guild member that burning question? Now is your chance!

Come join Cosplay Burlesque for some cosplay and cabaret!  Cosplay Burlesque is a group of burlesque performers and cosplayers dedicated to combining the two for your entertainment and our mission is to take the characters that fans already love and twist them in ways you've never considered!  There is no fandom safe in our quest for great source material - We are truly fanfiction come to life!  

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Thanks to Meme Oshino, high school student Koyomi Araragi is able to remain a human after coming across a female vampire. However, since the incident Koyomi seems to meet girls who have apparition-related issues. Hitagi Senjyogahara doesn't weigh anything, Suruga Kanbaru's right arm becomes like that of a monkey's, and a young girl, Mayoi, cannot find her way home no matter how many times she tries. Koyomi, a "Mr. Nice Guy," ends up helping each and every girl solve her problem with the help of Meme Oshino.

A panel that will go over the trends and tropes that occur in many a yaoi manga and anime.

What happened if the cast of Tsubasa found themselves in the world of Fullmetal Alchemist? Where magic is called Alchemy, and the Tsubasa gang meet the Fullmetal Alchemist and his gang? Well, we are about to find out the chaos that will ensue.

This is your chance to give daily feedback of your Katsucon experience so far. There will be at least one Vice President of Katsucon present at this panel to receive your feedback! So, if there are any questions; concerns or compliments, this is the place to do it. We really want to know. This panel runs three times this weekend, so be sure to stop by and give your opinions.

Are you ready for a dance showdown? At Kpop vs Jpop, we will be teaching short Jpop (Japanese Pop) dance clips and Kpop (Korean Pop) dance clips in order to have a final dance-off. We would like to see which genre Katsucon 2013 likes best. Join us for fun dancing and a friendly competition.

World building for any creative work can seem like a huge and daunting challenge for anyone. This panel offers the knowledge and experience of three individuals who have created worlds for table-top role playing, creative writing and other media. It will cover methods of building entire worlds from the outside in, individual areas of interest and quirky and unique characters to give your world a splash of personality.

How To Avoid Motivational Roadblocks in Your Artistic Career.

“He shoots... he scores... he'll blow you away!” – Carl Macek

On his 62nd birthday, oil baron Leonard Dawson witnesses the public assassination of his son and heir, Robert. From this point on, Leonard becomes obsessed with revenge on the hitman, code name: Golgo 13. Dawson spares nothing to enlist the CIA, FBI, and U.S. military in an unrelenting manhunt for his son's killer. As Golgo's survival depends on stopping Dawson himself, the hunter and the hunted chase each other in a breathless game of kill or be killed.

Feminist Aniblogger the_patches (http://aboutwaifuz.tumblr.com) will take a look mature and humorous look at what anime and manga say about relationships and boundaries, identifying the tropes that make up our "common knowledge" of how lovers and friends interact with a focus on the role consent plays or doesn't play in these interactions.

From the days of BETA cassettes, to the era of bootleg VHS tapes, to DVDs, Blu-ray and digital downloading, these advances have shaped our otaku lifestyles. But have these and other changes in technology and our convention culture caused significant generation gaps between today’s otaku and their predecessors? From the people that brought you the “Anime Rant”, we give you “Otaku Generations”! Your otaku generation is determined by the year you became interested in Japanese manga/anime. We have done the dirty work to classify these generations and the differences between them. Come on by and find out where YOU classify!

O, the artist, and Dern, the writer, live in different countries, but are able to communicate and collaborate on what it takes to make a comic. Writers and artists looking for partners are encouraged to attend, and writers: prepare your elevator pitch.

You sat through all of it last year.  Can you handle it again this year? Come again and see if you can handle the video madness of the endurance run!

An easy to learn, yet immensely addictive card game where mob rule rules.  Use logic to find and stop the werewolves, or use subterfuge to turn those that hunt against one another.  This game is, without a doubt, some of the most fun you can have.

Night owl artists looking to strengthen your drawing skills? Look no further than the Late Night Drawing workshop. Professional artist Kristilyn of Zombie Romance will show you how to strengthen your drawing skills and open your minds to the opportunities your art can create for you! We will discuss the figure and how it applies to drawing anime, different mediums you can use and where your are can take you.

Participants should bring their own mediums to work with and material to draw on. The more varying types of medium the better! Come draw with us!

Many yaoi fans have spent countless hours scrolling through fanfiction and eagerly reading page after page of sweet, sweet boy love manga. Well, those hours are about to pay off! Come compete and show your yaoi know-how in this co-op game show panel.

We Undress the Art of Playing Dress Up! Cosplay Deviants is an adult entertainment website that promotes the cosplay lifestyle! More than just another "photo site" – Cosplay Deviants is a community where adult fans can gather to discuss fan conventions and the beautiful models of from the website. Join some of your favorite girls for this Q&A discussion!

Mass Effect: Paragon Lost, the prequel to highly-anticipated Mass Effect 3, follows the early career of Alliance Marine, James Vega, as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against mysterious aliens known as The Collectors. Stationed in a remote star system, Vega and his troops must stop the insectoid warriors determined to collect the human population for unknown purposes.

(Eps 1-6)

Most families have a skeleton or two in the closet, but Marika is understandably shocked to learn that what her family has been hiding is a skull and crossbones! While the revelation that her late father was a space pirate would have been earthshaking enough for most teenage girls, discovering that he was the captain of the notorious pirate ship Benten Maru will change Marika's life forever. You see, pirating is a family business, and she's just inherited the position of captain - and her father's former crew is quite intent on making sure Marika accepts the job!

What's a girl to do? Well, if you're a high school student whose prior total naval experience has been working at the space yacht club, there's really only one moral dilemma that has to be resolved: are pirates allowed to wear really short mini-skirts?

Friday night welcomes the deejaying skills of Greg Ayres, Rob Lantz, and Kid Amiga playing a plethora of genres ranging from dubstep to drum n'bass to electro and back down to house. Join us as Kid Amiga (Andy Iwancio) graces the Katsucon dancefloor for the last time.

Boku no Pornorama--The panel where hentai is the daily special, and it's the only meal worth eating! Join your fellow Otaku in an invigorating discussion on all things ero! And once we're past the presentation, stick around for some exciting audience activities. Whether you get your kicks from Het, Yaoi, Yuri, or something else, this is the nighttime stop for you! [A Manly Battleships Production]

Sciguy is back from last year to present a rope class for beginners! Sciguy has been a rope rigger for 5 years and is an active member of the community. With his fun and humourous approach to bondage he’ll show you the ropes and teach you all you need to know to tie people up, Japanese style!

(Eps 1-6)

Once you make a decision, does the universe conspire to make it happen? Is destiny a matter of chance, a matter of choice, or the complex outcome of thousands of warring strands of fate? All twins Kanba and Shouma know is that when their terminally ill sister Himari collapses at the aquarium, her death is somehow temporarily reversed by the penguin hat that she had asked for. It's a provisional resurrection, however, and it comes at a price: to keep Himari alive they need to find the mysterious Penguin Drum.

In order to do that, they must first find the links to a complex interlocking chain of riddles that has wrapped around their entire existence, and unravel the knots that tie them to mystifying diary and a baffling string of strangers and semi-acquaintances who all have their own secrets, agendas, and "survival strategies." And in order for Himari to live, someone else's chosen destiny will have to change.

While World War Two had a profound impact on every nation involved in it, the 1930s and 40s were a major turning point for Japan when literally their entire way of life and to an extent the nation as a whole changed forever.  Ever wonder how Japan feels today about the war, the other nations involved, and the part they all played?  From celebration, denial, shifting blame, to questioning and reflection the Japanese have literally made an art out of how they not only view World War Two but also their role in it.

(Eps 1-6)

Get ready for the ear-splittingest, skull-smashingest band to ever assault your senses! Led by phallus-waving terrorist-from-hell Johannes Krauser II (guitar/vocals,) and given pulsing, throbbing life by indestructible drummer Camus and bassist Alexander Jagi, they're Detroit Metal City, the hottest ticket on the concert circuit! There's just one catch. That "hottest ticket" is just a meal ticket, and beneath the makeup these ultimate headbangers are hired doppelgangers who don't even LIKE what they do!

Jaggi is actually Wada, who wants to play Glam Rock, Camus is Nishida, an anime fan with an appalling weakness for curry and NSFW videos, and Krauser is - oh the shame - street-singing Soichi Negishi, whose dreams of singing happy pop seem hopelessly doomed by the success of his rage-fueled alter ego. Worse, he can't even tell anyone who Krauser is. Not even the girl he likes, who hates DMC!

Will rage against the corporate machine consume Negishi's tortured soul? Is there life after Death Metal? What's it like to put your head in a jet engine and turn UP the volume?

Leave the children and small pets at home and ask the nations of Hetalia all the juicy things you REALLY wanted to know but were always afraid to ask!

Sometime you take a bit out of the Con, sometimes the Con takes a bite out of you. Share in the humor when you see just how wrong things can go. May involve tales of alcohol, street explosions and alcohol fueled street explosions.

Have you ever watched American dubbed yaoi and thought, “Wow, I can fake moan better than that!” come spend an hour and try your best yaoi dub skills. Take it as a joke or take it seriously. Attendees ages 18 and older, grand prize for the best voice actor, Free stuff for trying.

Ever wanted to see if you could voice a Hentai? Then this is your chance to show off your skills. Come and join other fans in the ensuing Hilarity as participants dub over some of Hentai's most memorable and outrageous scenes. 

So you went to Sciguy's rope panel and are still curious? Do you want some more? How about a chance to practice your new skills? This is the place to be! We'll talk more about safety and technique, then dive right into the ties. Bring a friend to tie and some rope (rope supplies and room will be limited).

(Eps 1-7)

She's as frisky as she is curvy - and kitty wants to play! The flirty fun begins when nice guy Kio has a close encounter with a sexy, alien cat-girl named Eris. She's every nerd's fantasy come true, and she and her fellow intergalactic felines are setting up base in Kio's house. Unfortunately, Kio doesn't have a lot of time for heavy petting. Secret agencies and enemy dog-aliens are sniffing around, hoping to get their paws on his pussycat pal's tail! The guy's definitely got his hands full - but with Eris jumping in his lap to purr in his ear, it's likely Kio will land on his feet!

(Eps 1-5)

Officially, the Social Welfare Agency is a government sponsored corporation that's in the business of saving lives. At least, that's the ruse. In reality, it's an agency on the fringe of technology. They give terminal patients another shot at life using cybernetic implants. This conditioning process then shapes the patient into an efficient machine for handling all of the government's dirty work.

Having survived the brutal slaughter of her family, Henrietta awakens to her new life at the Agency with a re-built body and no memory of the past. She has been teamed with her handler Jose, who is responsible for her training and conditioning, turning her into the perfect killing machine. Henrietta strives to find her place within the Agency, doing her best to win Jose's affection. But can Jose control her? Can he balance the needs and desires between the assassin and the developing adolescent?

Who are these girls?

They've been given a second chance at life... But at what cost?

Lonely?  Cold night?  Nothing else to do?  Well, step inside and let the Anime Rest Stop light your fire with a look at some of the most titillating, raunchy, and downright sexy moments in Japanese Erotica.  From the bullet train to bondage, the anime rest stop has some naughty treats for everyone. 

(Eps 27-33)

Shin Chan is back and banging large. You feelin' me, vato? Shin and his crew throw down against outer space speed freaks, and the meth lab ain't the only thing blowing up. Shin gets in Mitzi's pants after some body swapping, and Whitey does it the only way he knows how - doggy style. When mom's eyes start buggin' after Shin brings home a Vibrating Bastard Shaft, it's enough to make a kid drink. And the whole gang's leaning like a cholo after scoring some primo Happy Pills.

Come join us as we delve into the Popular talk show with an Anime twist. Audience participation is a must. Come see how Gohan confronts his Father Goku as being a poor father figure and Griel confess his/her feelings for Sebastian.   

If you have those bottled up feelings about certain things in the Anime Fandom then this is the place to vent and relate. Come as we cover the top 10 things that makes us frustrated, but still love to hate.

I was supposed to be in love with my brother…but it’s okay he’s adopted. My life will never bring me happiness, and where in the world is my talking animal friend!  These and others are the lessons that shoujo manga has taught me. Join us for a discussion on these terrible lessons and the implications they have on our lives. 

Produced for the 10th Anniversary of the Dragon Ball franchise from 1996.

The legend begins! Goku and his new friend Bulma set out to collect the seven magic Dragons Balls and make the wish that will change their lives forever. But they'd better beware of the evil Red Ribbon Army, which seeks to use the wish-granting power of the Dragon Balls to achieve total world domination!

(Eps 1-4)

In the 22nd century mankind may be technologically advanced, but there are still some problems that can only be fixed by a couple of women who won't back down from a fight! These are the adventures of Kei and Yuri, two official Trouble Consultants for the World Welfare Works Association who use their brains, brawn, and looks to solve any problem. They call themselves the "Lovely Angels," but because their solutions often result in chaos and mass destruction, the rest of the universe has dubbed them the "Dirty Pair"!

Action shonen, popularized by series' like Naruto and Bleach, has grown up, and so has its fans. Join us for an open discussion about the genre's changes; the success of non-conventional titles within it; and a critical analysis of the genre's history and growth as well as speculation about its future.

Want to make your own cosplay/ lolita dress/ plushie but have never sewn a stitch in your life? Then this panel is for you. Koumori-no-hime takes you on a journey though the very basics of sewing: from pins to patterns, supplies to saving money. This panel is geared toward first-time sewers, with emphasis on explaining what tools you need to get started, basic stitches, and how to avoid common first-timer mistakes.

(Eps 1-4) (This title is technically rated TV-MA, but strictly for pervasive use of profanity. Absolutely no sex or violence here.)

Koyuki Tanaka was feeling the rut, even though he's only a teenager. Between the sheltered and stifling grind of school and the girls that spend their time not noticing him, every day was just another day of being a total nobody. Enter Ryusuke, a local rock 'n' roller haunted by a shady reputation. Together they form Beck, a dynamic band that just might be the salvation of the stagnant music scene.

Sure, it's going to take hard work and obsession to make it, but there's something special in the sound. If the guys can stay true to their vision, the world awaits. Music can change your life, sometimes against your will. Just remember: when it's live, anything can happen.

Focus is on telling different types of kimonos apart from one another starting   Yukata to furisode and wedding kimonos.  How do you tell a men's kimono from a women's kimono?  What's the difference between an outer kimono and an undergarment?  What kind of obi are right for the different kinds of kimono out there?  We try to answer all of these questions plus a quick dressing demonstration if time allows.

When the quiet peace of a routine day is interrupted by violent explosions it seems like the entire world is under siege! But Goku quickly realizes that he is the target of the sudden attack. Who are these strange assassins? When Goku discovers that despite their great power, the culprits are not emitting an energy signal, it can only mean one thing: androids!

With Doctor Gero dead, just who is responsible for master-minding this new wave of Androids that are stronger, faster, and ten times more deadly than before? Just one more thing – it's not over till the fish jumps!

(Eps 1-4)

"Never lose that strength or nobility, even when you grow up." When Utena was just a child and in the depths of sorrow, she found salvation in those words. They were the words of a prince, who wrapped her in his rose-scented embrace and bestowed upon her both a ring and the promise that it would lead her to him again. She never forgot the encounter. In fact, she was so impressed that she aspired to be like the prince and also help those in need.

Now a spirited teenager, Utena attends the prestigious Ohtori Academy; however, her strong sense of chivalry soon places her at odds with the school's student council and thrusts her into a series of mysterious and dangerous duels against its members.

Demonstrations of how to properly wear kimono for men and for women with lots of audience participation.  Undergarments, accessories, obi and coordinating layers for both men and women so that dressing can happen from beginning to end.  

Are you a lover of shojo or josei manga? Do you wonder why the female heroines of these manga are presented in the way they are? Come discuss these stereotypes in relation to gender issues in Japan with examples from series such as Kare Kano, Ouran High School Host Club, Revolutionary Girl Utena, Princess Tutu, Happy Mari, Love So Life and Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun.

This panel is on the technical details involved in moving to and living in Japan. This includes what education is needed, what jobs are available, how to apply for positions, visa types, necessary documents, how to get a personal stamp, set up a bank account, get an apartment, learn to drive/transfer your drivers license, and to a great extent how "anime/manga" references to "Japanese culture" actually apply to real life; ie what you can use, and what will make you seem silly. In part the point of the panel will be to show that moving to Japan is a possibility, but it takes hard work, and it will not be the fantasy land many Western fans (especially the younger ones) believe it to be.

A lecture examining and demonstrating the two-sword style of Japan's most famous swordsman, by one of the only men still teaching Niten-ho.

TVTropes.org is a wiki site dedicated to listing, linking, and comparing literary devices present in fiction, culture, folklore, and real life. Pages on the site are compiled by users when they notice a certain trope pertaining to a certain work. Can this site be just as valuable as Wikipedia and other encyclopedias?

The infamous millionaire X.S. Cash is funding the most amazing martial arts tournament the universe has ever seen! The four tournament finalists must do battle with warriors representing the four corners of the galaxy in a decisive battle to see who gains the right to challenge The Champ for the ultimate championship! But a ragged band of criminals have a scheme of their own: take over the tournament and conquer the universe in the process!

Their leader is the incredibly powerful Bojack, an evil menace who has broken free of his stellar confines! With Goku incapable of helping eradicate the planet's latest threat and Earth's greatest heroes falling one by one, the young Gohan must look deep within himself to find the power to destroy the wicked invaders. Can Gohan summon enough strength to deliver the finishing blow?

"An ""out of the ordinary"" Vocaloid Panel event! Come join the party with aspiring Vocaloid producer/illustrator Apparatus and Overseas MMD Director Process39! We will be covering all about Vocaloid, It's origins and where it has taken us. Especially in the last five years, thanks to Hatsune Miku. We will also be covering a bit about the programs, Miku Miku Dance and UTAU.We are also hoping to debut Process39's new MMD video for MMDCup10!
We want this panel to be extremely fun and entertaining, not some drab boring Vocaloid lecture! Come on over and be ready to party!
We will be planning on taking a picture with all the Vocaloid and Utau cosplayers! Come dressed up if you can!"

(Episodes 28-31 and Revenge of Cooler)

The boys of Team Four Star finally get their take on the so-called last five minutes of Planet Namek, with Frieza having killed Vegeta and Krillin (again), and Goku turning Super Saiyan for the first time. Be sure to stick around for their take on Movie 5, “Revenge of Cooler”, and a first glance at their new episode from their upcoming 3rd season.

On the outside, Punie-chan looks like your average magical girl. She's a cheery princess from another land, she's attending school on Earth for the year, and she has an adorable animal sidekick - but cross her and prepare to pay the price! This sweet young lady becomes a merciless force of destruction, leaving bodies in her righteous wake, utterly broken by her signature submission holds. While it seems that she has more enemies than friends and even her sidekick is out to get her, no one can deny that Punie-chan is irresistible in one shape or another!

A panel for all ages! See how countries all over the world preform and cosplay. Videos will be showed on cosplays from America, Mexico, Japan, China, Korea, England, Australia, and more!

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Want to learn how to do Origami or use the skills you already have?  Come join us!

Love parapara? Don't know what parapara is? Just want some kind of a workout? Come dance with us and learn some new routines, featuring some old favorites, techpara, and anime themed parapara songs.

This panel talks about the history of Japan from medieval times to the modern era so that fans can have a better sense of the historical context that has helped shape some of their favorite anime and manga. The Rise and Fall of the Class of Samurai! How the American Civil War saved Japan! The beginnings ofanime and manga!

Ready to get your name out there and meet awesome people? Then it's time to learn how to network! Presented by Luluko, cosplayer and director of public relations for Cosplay Shinkou Magazine, who will answer all of your questions and teach you the basics you need to know to learn to network effectively.

Postmodernism is a literary movement present throughout the contemporary culture of the day. It is a driving factor in literature, art, philosophy, and society. In this respect, current anime has several postmodern tendencies that ultimately drive character development and work to construct the individual worlds presented. The foundational question of postmodernism focuses on the nature of reality and how we, as individuals, construct our own interpretation of reality. In this panel we will be identifying the postmodern construction of Jinsei Kataoka’s written work along with Kazuma Kondou’s illustrations within the world of Deadman Wonderland.

"Touhou Project is a Guinness Book-recognized doujin franchise created by a single man known as ZUN. A visual experience once described as ""a fireworks display being sick,"" the Touhou games are a series of bullet hell shmups with an all-female cast and stellar music. Arguably most notable about Touhou, however, is the fanbase, which has taken on a life of its own, with countless music arrangements, doujins, fangames, and even unofficial anime episodes with voice acting from the likes of Rie Tanake and Kikuko Inoue!
This panel is designed to be accessible to fans of all familiarity levels -- whether you think ""Reimu"" means a laser-shooting cow or you huddle in fear when you hear the phrase ""25 Mushrooms"", there will surely be something you've never seen before. Even if there isn't, you know you're in for a visual assault impressive in both its and difficulty. Whatever your level of familiarity is, we hope to see you there."

Are you curious about the Japanese clothing you often see in anime? Ever wondered about the difference between a kimono and a yukata? Does it matter how you wear a kimono? What's with schoolgirls always wearing those sailor style uniforms? Why does yet another series have yet another girl dressed as Kikyo from InuYasha? If these questions sound familiar, this panel is the place for you! We'll delve into the significance of some of anime's most common attire, and learn what these clothes mean to the Japanese audience.

(Eps 1-7)

Straight off the pages of Shounen Jump, produced by Toei Animation, the studio that brought you the Dragon Ball and One Piece franchises!

Welcome to the Gourmet Age, a time when the world is full of deliciously deadly ingredients that the wealthiest appetites in existence can't wait to devour. But only a mighty masticating mercenary like Toriko can track down the rarest animals on the planet and put them on a plate! This gluttonous gourmet hunter is one of the four Legendary Kings, superhuman warriors born to battle the likes of Troll Kongs, Gararagators, and Devil Pythons.

Accompanied by his loyal Battle Wolf and the promising young chef Komatsu, Toriko will circle the globe in search of the mouth-wateringly lethal ingredients that will one day make up his Full Course Menu of Life. The more ferocious the beast, the bigger the feast, but never forget the code of a true gourmet hunter: you gotta eat what you defeat!

The Earth, Moon, and Martian colonies are under alien attack, but the war against the Jovian Lizards has, so far, been nothing short of a series of disasters. Disgusted by the incompetence of Earth's military, independent arms manufacturer Nergal builds its own space battleship and plans to launch a desperate offensive to save humanity. Due to a shortage of trained soldiers, however, they've assembled the most unorthodox crew to ever launch into orbit!

With a pacifist cook turned unwilling mecha pilot and a ditsy admiral's daughter in command, can this unprecedented gathering of geeks, misfits, and anime fans prevail against the Jovian menace?

Feel like you're getting older, but convention attendees are staying the same age? Is there a point when you become ""too old"" to cosplay? How do we balance the responsibilities of adulthood, but still stay invested in anime fandom? And just how will you explain what a Gundam is to your boss, and more importantly, what it's doing on your desk? Come join us as we discuss the trial, tribulations, and rewards of staying active in anime fandom, even as we're forced to grow up. Presented by AnimeCons TV

An introduction to the writing systems of Japanese. Learn your first characters of hiragana, katakana, and kanji.

Anime Music Videos provide plenty of entertainment, but most of all, it gets people aware of some of the best anime series that you might have missed the first time around. In this panel, AMV editor Jeremy Soria ("Brakus Media") shares several videos that have inspired enough people to buy the anime featured in the video. Get ready to check out some all time favorites and a few unexpected titles.

Are you a guy who likes to wear skirts?  Are you a dude fascinated by female costumes?  Lucky for you, there's Crossplay!  Join us in a discussion of how to dress, do makeup, wear a wig, and even act like your favorite female characters.

Limit of 16 Participants (over the age of 15).  Other attendees are welcome to come and watch the class.

Learn how to make Edo Tsumami Kanzashi from the only authentic Edo Tsumami Kanzashi artisan in the U.S!  Kanzashi is an ornamental hairpin and it's history goes back as far as 3,000 years.  The Edo Tsumami Kanzashi style was formed during the Edo period and it was mainly worn in a maiden's hair for celebrations.

Pop culture's deadliest characters duel to the death! Experts Wiz and Boomstick analyze each fighter's weapons, armor, and skills to find the decisive, unquestionable winner. It's your dream match-ups come to life! Who will win? Who will die?

It's time for adventure, romance and time travel! Climb aboard the TARDIS and learn about the history of The Doctor, how the show has evolved from history lecture to sci fi adventure, and how it's fandom has grown in the past 7 years.

Enslaved by an army of rebellious super-robots originally designed to help civilization avert a complete ecological cataclysm, mankind's only hope is Casshan, a legendary hero who wages a solitary war to defeat these Neoroids and restore Earth to its rightful order. Ironically, Casshan's father is the same scientist who engineered the race of super androids now threatening to destroy all of mankind!

It seems that fans of the Dragon Ball series have made AMVs to this anime since the beginning of time, and who can blame them? Dragon Ball has endured since 1986 since the original anime series all the way through to Dragon Ball Kai. Join Jeremy Soria ("Brakus Media") as he shares some of the best AMVs created to celebrate Dragon Ball. We promise no more than 1 AMV containing Linkin Park in this panel!

Each person will have the opportunity to learn a taiko song and play the taiko drums.

Having trouble getting the readership you want? Can't figure out how to get over writer's block? Want to plan an epic, but seem to fall short? Come here to find out why your fanfic sucks and how to make it so much better.

(Eps 1-3)

Kenshi Masaki is a 15 year-old boy that unwillingly traveled from his home on Earth to the alternate world of Geminar. In Geminar, the countries wage wars using Sacred Mechanoids, humanoid weapons that were originally discovered within ancient ruins. After being tricked by a mysterious organization into participating in an attempt to assassinate Lashara Earth XXVIII, the young princess of the Shtrayu Empire, he ends up captured after he chooses not to kill her. When Lashara hears the truth, she decides to help.

Disguised as her servant, Kenshi moves with her to the Holy Land, a virtually impregnable fortress that serves as an academy to train Sacred Mechanoid pilots. With his kindness, tenacity, and skills that vary from carpentry to advanced techniques of survival, Kenshi eventually becomes a celebrity in the academy, becoming the object of affection of many female students and making some of the male students envious. However, the same organization who deceived Kenshi is secretly working inside the academy, and a worldwide conflict is about to begin.

Many people get harassed and stalked at conventions. This panel will teach you how to properly react in situations that make you feel uncomfortable. You will learn how to exit an awkward conversation, decline an unwanted request, and efficiently express your discomfort. No more accidentally giving away your facebook info. Say goodbye to those disrespectful sexual advances. Stella Chuu, pro cosplayer, will teach you how to command respect and lead the conversation.

Ask a nation panel seems pretty self explanatory but for the new fans or maybe even just some curious people, here it is! The characters from Hetalia Axis Powers are here to answer your questions!

Would you like to know how to make a basic plushie doll?  Then this is the panel for you!  You can come and make a plushie, no sewing skills necessary.  Supplies will be provided so come and enjoy!

How to create a believable character for your project.  Tips from writers, artists and editors on methods to flesh out even the most minor of characters.

Join in on a discussion about the realities of working as an actor in the anime industry. From Auditions to recording, come learn what it's really like to make a living working in the anime industry.

He's fussy, organized, and honest to a fault. When Gi-joon (Gong Yoo, Coffee Prince) is fired from his job, he opens the First Love Agency, a one-man organization dedicated to helping others find their long-lost first loves.

She's independent and feisty. Stage director Ji-woo (Lim Soo-jung, I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK) is dragged to the First Love Agency by her father, who is convinced she won't get married because she isn't over the handsome stranger she met during a long-ago vacation in India.

With a name and the dates of her trip as their only clues, can Gi-joon and Ji-woo work together to find her first love? Or will they discover that destiny has some surprises in store for them?

(Eps 242-248)

Can the Straw Hats survive long enough to clear their names?

Things have never looked bleaker in the world of One Piece. The Going Merry is no longer seaworthy, Robin and Usopp have left the crew, and the rest of the gang stands accused of a cold-hearted assassination attempt! Luffy and his remaining mates have a plan to prove their innocence, but a mysterious gang of cutthroat killers are one step ahead of their every move. Dark secrets and tragic pasts are revealed as Luffy and Zoro fall to a formidable foe, and Chopper finds himself facing a life or death scenario. Meanwhile, as a monstrous storm threatens to sink the city, Sanji lurks in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to reach out to Robin -- and reunite his friends once and for all!

The martial arts film landscape can be a crowded place and sometimes it takes more than the hero kicking the heavy for killing his master to sell tickets. Over the years the producers of martial arts films have gone to some outrageous lengths to stand out from the crowd. From exotic locations and set pieces, to creative prop usage, to …inspired casting decisions; from the quirky, to the absolutely absurd, this panel will celebrate those brave films that dared to think outside the box and, in some cases, well outside the entire room.

Calligraphy and Asian Brush Painting (in Japan, Sumi-e). Wewill relate painting to the meditation process and the history ofthese techniques, the roots of which originated inChina. Workshop participants will have the opportunity tocreate their own brush paintings.

An exploration of ghosts, monsters and horror within Japanese mythology, folklore and modern media. Companion to Yokai Nation: monster index and "lore roll call." 

Have you ever wanted to work in a maid or butler cafe? Come see what it takes! We'll put you through our maid training camp and teach you the skills you'll need to work in one! Learn about creating a character, dealing with customers, dancing, serving, entertaining, and a little about the history of maid cafes too! We'll make a maid (or butler) out of you!

The webcomics community is a perfect venue for all kinds of ideas, beliefs, and works of any genre. Oddly enough however, many would-be creators shoot themselves in the foot by bogging down their unique ideas with tropes, cliches, and even downright derivative content. So just how important is originality? How can you avoid stealing ideas (and perhaps even art) from people you admire? Check out this discussion on the vital importance of creativity in webcomics.

Come out and see some of the best AMVs sent to Katsucon in the annual AMV Contest.

Too scared to heat up your hot glue gun? Afraid of haters and trolls on the internet? We've all been there. Cosplayer Luluko is here to answer your questions and help you avoid some common beginning cosplay mistakes. This is a great panel for any cosplayer with any fears to face!

The Chibi Dance is a family friendly dance showcasing deejays who are auditioning for a slot on the DJ Roster at next year's dance.  We will also be having hands-on DJ tutorials to show what goes into the DJ craft of mixing.

An introduction to spoken Japanese, including greetings and basic grammar.

This panel will provide Hetalia fans, and general history fans, a chance to ask their favorite nation(s) questions!

For anyone who's ever wanted to sell their art. Construct a concrete game plan and get a helping hand with the numbers: expenses, costs, and sales goals. Work that artist alley table and succeed in the three core areas of any Artist Alley experience: make money, make friends, and make a splash!

Join Steve Blum on Saturday, who will introduce these episodes where he plays NEXT terrorist Jake Martinez, and watch the events unfold as he and Ouroboros threaten to hold Stern Bild City hostage.

You've worked on your costume for months. Now you're hoping to find a photographer to capture your beautiful work, but you don't know where to start or how to pose. Learn these simple steps to better cosplay posing and photography from DeAnna, Ger, Han, and Lizzy.

Self-defense class for elementary-age otaku.  Easy to follow, fun-but very real moves allowing even the smallest of children to protect themselves when necessary.

Hey there! Would you like to talk about Homestuck? A round- table discussion about the popular webcomic Microsoft Paint Adventures: Homestuck featuring kids & fun, trolls & quadrants, and all their wonderful life-threatening hijinks! 

Everyone can dance! From the same masterminds who brought you "So You Think You Can Dance: Para Para Edition" at Katsucon 2011, we bring you the newly remastered Ultimate Dance Workshop! With so many different dances out there, how do you pick just one? Come join Libera Edge in this fun-filled, friendly (and maybe slightly fanatic!) dance workshop that will cover para para, kpop/hip hop, and even some in between!

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Daikichi, a 30-year-old bachelor, is surprised to meet a 6-year-old, Rin, at his grandfather Souichi's funeral. He and his family are even more surprised to learn that Rin is Souichi's daughter. When the topic of who will care for her comes up, the family shirks all responsibility of raising this "shameful" child. In an emotional outburst, Daikichi declares his intention to take Rin into his home. This is the story of two very different individuals coming together under one roof and learning what it means to be a family, an experience that teaches Daikichi what it means to be a parent.

Limit of 16 Participants (over the age of 15).  Other attendees are welcome to come and watch the class.

Learn how to make Edo Tsumami Kanzashi from the only authentic Edo Tsumami Kanzashi artisan in the U.S!  Kanzashi is an ornamental hairpin and it's history goes back as far as 3,000 years.  The Edo Tsumami Kanzashi style was formed during the Edo period and it was mainly worn in a maiden's hair for celebrations.

Bring your Nintendo DS!  Dragon's Den and Studio Nasu will help you take your game idea and make it real.  Design to Demo in 30 days!  We'll have our own embarrassing mega-early versions to show off, and even a way for you to do some hands on level design.  You CAN make your game, we can show you how!

Come see the rest of the entrants for this year's AMV contest that were not featured as finalists in the contest proper.

“Making of The Last Party”: A 49-minute insight into the development of The Last Party as well as a look into Sengoku Basara's cultural impact in Japan, in light of the video games and 2 anime series created.

Extras: “Another Last Party” – a 4-Panel Comic Theater featuring chibi versions of the cast, including Date Masamune, Sanada Yukimura, Tokugawa Ieyasu, Ishida mitsunari, and Kuroda Kanbei.

“The Party Must Go On” – Some of our brave souls from Katsucon's Video Ops Department will take on one of their greatest challenges: performing the end-credits dance sequence from the movie!

Want to give your cosplay skit a little extra "punch," or just wanted to learn how to make it look like you're beating someone up without really hurting them? Well, join veteran fight director and voice actor Christopher Ayres for this on-your-feet, hands-on workship as he teaches you how to stage effective fight sequences.

The panel that just keeps on giving the strange music video madness you crave. Awesomely Bad Japanese Music Videos is here to help you indulge in the funniest, strangest, and most downright soul-crushing music videos Japan has to offer!

Join digital artist Garth Graham as he walks us through the entire artistic process without ever picking up a pencil or scanning in a page.  Completely within the digital realm of Adobe Photoshop, he'll show us how easy it is to draw, ink, and color artwork.  Come and learn how easy it is to trade in your White-Out for Ctrl+Z.

From the studio that brought you Eden of the East, FLCL and Ghost in the Shell comes an exhilarating blend of Japanese folklore and storybook charm reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland. This award-winning feature film is sure to amaze animation fans of all ages.

16-year-old Haruka is on a mission to find her mirror - a precious childhood gift from her mother that mysteriously disappeared. While following a strange fox-like creature in the woods, she tumbles into a mystical world where once-cherished toys and treasures go when their owners neglect them. Join Haruka and her new friend Teo on a roller coaster ride of adventure as they contend with the island's greedy ruler, who wants the mirror for his own evil plan!

He trusts no one; only his sword. He doesn't have a place to call home. The lone mercenary Guts travels the land, where a hundred-year-old war is taking place. His ferocity and ability to take down enemies attracts the attention of Griffith, the leader of a group of mercenaries called "The Band of the Hawk" who wants to recruit Guts for his band.

As the Band of the Hawk fight together and their bond as a unit is strengthened, Griffith and Guts' bond deepens even more. Thanks to their continued success on the battlefield, Griffith achieves the first step in fulfilling his goal: his band of mercenaries becomes a full-fledged army within the Midland Kingdom. But despite all their success, Guts begins to question his reasons for fighting for Griffith's dream. Unknown to Guts, this unyielding dream is about to bestow a horrible fate on them both.

A fun, hectic crash course through the culture, history, current affairs, geography, politics, and many other aspects of Japan.

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Makoto Niwa just moved to the city to live with his aunt Meme after his parents have been reassigned to work overseas. He is perfectly fine with that, saying it will give him the chance to live the dream life of an adolescent boy. He keeps track of the things he does by assigning "points" to them - positive or negative - and adds them up on a regular basis to grade his adolescent life. Then he discovers Meme has a secret daughter (and self-proclaimed alien) named Erio. He finds her rolling around by the front door of Meme's house wrapped up in a futon. It is then he realizes that his dream adolescent life will not come true, and begins a life of experiences that are out of this world.

When Yu Narukami moves to the country town of Inaba to stay with his uncle and cousin, he's expecting a lot more peace and quiet than he's used to in the big city. What he isn't expecting is for his uncle's job as a police detective to spill over into his own life, or for the murders that are occurring across town to be somehow linked to Yu's own strange experiences, odd local weather patterns, and a mysterious TV show world that seems to be attempting to get Yu to enter it!

Now, together with a new group of friends, Yu must plunge into a bizarre alternate reality where he gains unique abilities that will either help him solve the riddle of the mystery killer... or lead him to his doom.

The fuse is lit! Prepare to have your mind blown by a multi-megaton explosion of battlefield action in the feature-length climax of the Sengoku Basara saga!

Toyotomi Hideyoshi is defeated, but feudal Japan isn't safe yet. The fallen villain's most loyal and lethal minion Ishida Mitsunari is obsessed with carrying on Toyotomi's legacy of violence in the name of vengeance. Ishida brutally cuts a bloody path across the countryside, even as the nation's other warlords rally toward an era of harmony. Unfortunately, for peace to finally be achieved, the fires of war must be unleashed once more. With Japan's fate hanging in the balance, one of the most over-the-top battles in history is set to erupt in Sengoku Basara: The Last Party, based on the world created by CAPCOM!

So you've heard a bit about crossplay, and you're curious. But are you overwhelmed by the how to's online, and not sure where to start? Never fear, WyrdDaughl: Expert Lady! is here to give you the categorical basics. From make-up to shaving, padding to tucking, you'll walk out confident and trap-ready.

Lolita is a well known Japanese street fashion that pulls inspiration from the Rococo and Victorian era. It started in the 1980's as part of the gothic movement but has since then grown into it's own subculture, that is popular all over the world. Come learn about this growing street fashion, and how to coordinate your own Lolita look, as we explore it’s many sub-styles. 

Recommended ages - 13+

A revised look at death customs, shinigami and afterlife mythology in Japan. Drawing on folklore and sacred beliefs, this panel deconstructs the various ways anime and games present the idea of death gods and stories, offering a window on Japanese beliefs and customs. Part theory, part retrospective. 

Cartoonist & humorist Kevin Bolk hosts a tongue-in-cheek panel aimed at helping fellow and aspiring webcomics artists avoid (or exploit) the common pitfalls and cliches of webcomics.

We all remember when cartoons were nice and safe for kids...or were they? Sift through the subtext and you can see how shocking and tradition-defying they were, and still are to this day.

A Question and Answer panel of Earth's mightiest heroes for all ages: The Avengers!  The Avengers Initiative 2013: Agent Philip J. Colson Memorial Tour.  Sponsored by Strategic Homeland Intervention Enforcement and Logistics Division (S.H.I.E.L.D).

The Japanese Tea Ceremony panel is a demonstration of thenRyakubon ceremony, a traditional Japanese thin tea ceremony. The panel will also include a discussion on the history of tea in Japan, and the origins of the ceremony, its symbolism, and its roots in Zen. Li Izumi studied the tea ceremony in Akita, Japan and has been hosting the Japanese Tea Ceremony panel with Akiko at various conventions since 2004.

Following up from last year’s workshop; “Let’s Make Video Game Music” we will take it one step further and actually see the process of how music for games is applied and implemented into an actual game. First we will come up with music on the spot as a group and then we will do a LIVE and on-the-spot demonstration on applying music that we created and put it to actual live gameplay. We will try to do as many music tracks as possible for the duration of the workshop. Come and experience process of composing music for games and how it applies to interactive gameplay. Come and share your creativity! Musicians: Feel encouraged to participate in some of the recording/composition.

Cosplay is fun for everyone, but what happens when a cosplayer is said to be inaccurate because of their natural skin color? Join us in our discussions on how race and fandom collide with each other.

The "It Gets Better" project in response to a string of teen suicides by kids who were bullied because they were perceived to be gay. Sadly bullying is something that happens to one in four teens. In the past few years we've even seen an increase in bullying within fandom. Join us as we share our stories, and talk about ways we can all help and Support each other and find the light at the end if the tunnel. It really does get better.

Recommended ages - 13+

An introduction to Kaidan, or Japanese stories of the supernatural.  These stories are dark and involve murder, revenge, and other sometimes frightening motifs.

Do you love anime music?  Come share your opinions!  Music is amazing in its, quality, lack of quality and moments that bring tears to your eyes (either because the sounds have moved you or you literally need to move – so that you don’t have to listen to this anymore).  Come learn a bit of the history of anime music and then be ready to share as we explore the world sound tracks and composers in the anime industry.

Find all the adventure Academy City has to offer with highly skilled esper Misaka Mikoto and her esper roommate, Kuroko Shirai. They're joined by Kazari Uiharu and Ruiko Saten, whose esper levels happen to rank from super-low to zero!

From one megaton-explosion feature to another, come experience the completion of the Univercide, a self-fulfilling Mayan prophecy: A multi-editor AMV project to end the 21st century. Come see the latest installment of the ORIGINAL comedy masterpiece extravaganza spectacular sensation phenomenon smash.

Akira and his ragtag group of teenage friends enter a world of danger and action when they land on the shores of Higanjima, an uncharted island that's overrun by vampires.

After learning that his missing brother might be somewhere on the island, Akira leads his friends on a chilling adventure that takes them from Higanjima's highest volcanic peaks to the subterranean chambers of the island's ancient ruins. They'll face entire villages of sword-wielding vampires while racing to stay a step ahead of winged she-beasts and giant gargoyles.

Worst of all, the gang will encounter the deadly master of the island's monsters: the pale, blood-sucking freakshow known as Miyabi. If the devilishly cruel Miyabi gets his way, none of the young heroes will live to see Akira's brother - or the mainland - ever again.

This panel will relay important information about how to buy ALL THE THINGS when it comes to anime, manga, and imports and how to do so in the most money conscious and economical way possible.  This panel will also advise viewers on what to look out for when buying online, in the dealer's room, or anywhere else to avoid some fairly unpleasant situations.

Having spent the last ten years of his life studying under a mysterious sorcerer, Shiro Emiya has become a Magi, a sorcerer who has summoned a "Servant," a mystical female warrior of incredible power named Saber, to stand together in the ultimate test of sorcery and magic: the Holy Grail War. But Shiro's own feelings for Saber may conflict with their goal.

To win the contest means to take the risk of losing everything, even as he also begins to empathize with members of the rival battleteams. While seven teams will enter the battle, only one will leave, and the winners will receive the prize of the Grail itself and their greatest wish granted. Will that wish be worth the price Shiro must ultimately pay?

A discussion of study materials and methodology, focusing on self-study. Learn how to study efficiently and teach yourself Japanese.

Meet and greet with the leet creators of the totally sweet Guilded Age! Phil Kahn and T Campbell will be on hand and on demand for any questions, comments, or outrage you have to give them. They'll even help you understand their own needlessly convoluted plot and story! Fun for the whole family (a family which can tolerate Phil's incessant swearing)!

Come learn about Kyogen (brief Japanese plays performed between Nō plays to provide comic relief) from Professor Holly Blumner as she discusses the art form, shows clips of performances and then teaches you the movements used by the actors.

Come learn a bit of origami, the traditional art of paper folding from Japan. Participants will be able create any number of creations from a variety of animal and flower designs that they can be help guided through. After they are done folding participants will be customize their work with provided crafting supplies and of course googly eyes.

GIR! Voice actor Rikki Simone talks about his time on Invader ZIM as GIR.

The Anime Rest Stop pulls into Katsucon to spread con stories and fan glory all around!  Come one and all to the spectacle that shows you the highs and lows of the road (of fandom) as well as the many prolific contributions of fans to the anime industry!  Witness the grand countdown from Robotech to Persona 4 as we look at some fan-favorite moments from titles old and new!  You don't want to miss it!

Real Ninjas is an overview of ninja history, lore, truth and the reality behind the shadowy assassins.  The ninja philosophy (drawn from primary texts like the Shonin-ki) will be discussed, some light will be shed on the wild stories of ninja magic and supernatural powers, and tales will be told of ninjas who actually lived.

The meaning of the makeup on the Okinawan Chondara to also include the importance and meanings of color within the Okinawan and Japanese culture.

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A short flashback of what happened in prequel of Heaven's Lost Property series until there's an Angel, Hiyori Kazane who is dreaming while her real body is in heaven. She had a crush on the main protagonist, Tomoki Sakurai who fight until the end where the world has memory about Hiyori erased when she died in her dream and returned to her real body. She wanted to return to her dream so much that she got modified into an Angeloid of Clockwork by heaven's master but got back consciousness with help of Tomoki. However, it was not enough to save her life.

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The rogue vampire Alucard is the Hellsing Organization's deadliest instrument in its mission to protect the British Empire from satanic ghouls and Nazi freaks. He is not alone in his assault on the occult; the master has a servant. Policewoman Seras Victoria accepted Alucard's gift of dark salvation after falling in the line of duty, and now the remnants of her human soul struggle against her growing vampire urges. Together, they haunt the shadows as a sinister force of good - and tonight the foggy streets of England shall flow with the blood of their evil prey.

Extended looks and special previews of some of the new releases and rad stuff coming soon from FUNimation, one of the leaders in North American anime.

Join us as we dive into the fast-growing world of Korean pop! From A Pink to ZEA, we've got you covered when it comes to the Hallyu wave. Check out the hottest new sounds of K-Pop, dance to the classics, and test your knowledge! Newcomers welcome.

Japanese fairy tales to include with the story of the crane and then we do crane origami or the legend of the shisa and dragon with the costumes.

Learn what goes on behind the scenes of a successful Kickstarter, as well tips and advice on how to make your own Kickstarter hit 100% (and beyond).

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Horrifying beasts with a hunger for human flesh prey on the citizens of a quiet town. In moonlit twilight, Saya slays the monsters and returns home drenched in blood. As the attacks increase in frequency and intensity, her enemies relay cryptic messages about a broken contract. Limbs are torn from flesh and skulls are crushed and devoured while the huntress struggles with paralyzing visions and gaping holes in her memory.

When the humans Saya promised to protect reveal the sickening truth about her role in the violence, she learns her mission isn't as clear cut as she thought - and her most sadistic foe of all is so close she can taste it.

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Two damaged warriors wear the scars of a twisted and violent past. Bitter rivals for the secrets of their master's sword and the right to his daughter, these samurai inflict wounds on each other that would destroy lesser men.

The final chapter of their saga unfolds within a brutal samurai tournament, a gruesome contest arranged to satisfy the bloodlust of a cruel tyrant overlord. The disfigured legends of the blade must summon the strength for one last battle - a final lesson in the artistry of violence where nothing is more beautiful than the kill.

Japanese dance is more than just ParaPara. Obon Matsuri dances are traditional folk dances related to the Obon Festival.  Participants will have the opportunity to learn some of these dances.

Would you like to know how to make a basis plushie doll?  Then this is the panel for you!  You can come and make a plushie, no sewing skills necessary.  Supplies will be provided so come and enjoy!

Every scandalous story you wanted to hear about Cosplayer Nation, here's the your chance to see it. A mini screening as well, courtesy of Jaded Fetish Party, http://jadednight.com/

Bring your gaming devices and get ready to CATCH THEM ALL!

A sequel to the panel "Kowai: Yuurei, Yokai and Scary Japan." The previous incarnation focused on popular monsters, yokai history in Japan, deviancy, and superstitions. This panel focuses on ambiguity of yokai (in particular, names, appearances and "powers"), festivals, the "Three Worlds of Japan", transformations (both in form and legend) and contains 25 new yokai.

Not a boffer class!  Real Samurai sword moves and concepts taught by a professional swordman to con-goers.

if you remember the Dancing Jabbawockeezs from last year, they are back here with their own Dance group called M.I.N.D. Come for Q&A, learn dance moves and more. 

Game shows, prizes, ladies and bishi, and more all to be had at Silkey’s 18+ Extravaganza!

Calligraphy and Asian Brush Painting (in Japan, Sumi-e). Wewill relate painting to the meditation process and the history ofthese techniques, the roots of which originated inChina. Workshop participants will have the opportunity tocreate their own brush paintings.