FanimeCon to feature an itasha showcase in the Southhall. The showcase will feature itashas (cars decorated with images of characters from anime, manga, or video games) and high quality car show builds. “Race Queen” cosplay will also be featured.

Source: FanimeCon | Dreamscape x Senpai Squad Itasha Showcase

FanimeCon is gearing up for their 30th Anniversary, May 24th – 27th, 2024 at the San Jose Convention Center.

Returning Guest of honor Hirokatsu Kihara is a highly accomplished industry veteran with a career in Manga and Anime spanning several decades.

Guest of honor Yuu Hayashi affiliated with Ken Production, voices anime and game characters, and also provides voices for Japanese language dubs.

Fanime’s MusicFest welcomes Japanese Rock Band, Survive Said The Prophet (abbreviated as SSTP) formed in Tokyo, Japan in 2011. The band is most well-known for the hit 2019 single “Mukanjyo”, the first opening of the anime Vinland Saga.

Source: FanimeCon

Japanese Fashionista Naomi Watanabe created a short video of her experiences at the event.

Source: 渡辺直美　Naomi watanabe (@watanabenaomi703) • Instagram photos and videos

Fanime will present a fun filled weekend which will include: Karaoke • Stage Zero • Party Quiz • Virtual MusicFest • Dealers Room • Artist Alley • Dance • Gaming Hall • Panels • Manga Lounge • Food Court • Fashion Shows • Speed Dating • Black & White Ball • Maid Cafe • Note: Events may be capacity limited.

Source: Grid Schedule « FanimeCon | May 27-30, 2022 | San Jose, CA