Book Cosplayers & Walking Acts for Events
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Storytelling in motion – with cosplay, games & flair.
Experiential marketing meets content power – for brands that stick in the memory. With impressive walk acts, creative gamification, and authentic cosplay influencers, we connect the world of events with the dynamism of social media. The result is a holistic brand presence that attracts attention, evokes emotion, and leaves a lasting impression.
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Contact
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Questions? Use our contact form, write to us at hey@nekodanshi.de, chat on WhatsApp or leave us a message at +4915258119266.
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Cosplayers
Turn your cosplay into a career.
Join Nekodanshi – the agency for ambitious cosplayers.
Whether it’s a convention, photo shoot, or stage show: we take you where your talent will be seen – in front of the camera, on stage, and directly to exciting assignments. Show your skills, live your passion – and turn your cosplay into a stage for your career. With us, you won’t be overlooked – you’ll be booked.
Conventions
Walk acts, shows & workshops – tailored to your event.
Does your convention need special highlights?
Nekodanshi delivers impressive walk acts, captivating shows, and interactive workshops – individually adaptable and flexible for every budget. Whether it’s a large event or a small fan meet-up: we support you with passion, creativity, and a feel for unforgettable moments.
Perfect for: cosplay conventions, fan meet-ups, city festivals, Japanese & medieval markets, trade fairs, and events of all kinds.
NekoConnect
Your network for cosplayers, photographers & events!
Become part of Nekodanshi! Show off your talent and secure paid assignments – from walk acts and advertising to creative projects such as costume making or prop production.
Not only cosplayers, but also photographers and event organizers can register to network and find exciting collaborations.
Registration is free and for ages 18+. Create your profile, describe your skills, and present yourself with a portfolio of your best photos. Get discovered – we look forward to meeting you!
ConCalendar
Your event guide!
Find all the important events at a glance! In the Nekodanshi Convention Calendar you can discover anime and cosplay conventions, medieval markets, book fairs, Japanese markets, concerts, and many more events.
Do you know of an event that’s missing? Add it for free using our form! We review the submissions and then activate them.
Stay up to date and never miss another event – stop by and find your next adventure!
About us
About Nekodanshi
Who are we?
We are cosplayers, marketing heroes & content creators. Nekodanshi is a marketing & event agency with a focus on gamification, event highlights, cosplay walk acts & costume making.
We are unique – creative, bold and full of imagination. With innovative & gamified solutions we strengthen your brand authentically and create special experiences, that impress not only Gen Z & Gen Alpha.
NEKODANSHI
- Absolutely unique marketing concepts
- 360° marketing & gamification combines
- understanding of Gen Z & Alpha
- innovative & totally "out of the box"
- storytelling, that enriches brands
- For events of any size
- Long-term partner for your project
- Active worldwide
Others
- Standardized, without creative vision
- Only limited specialization
- Little understanding of young target groups
- No focus on long-term collaboration
- Caution instead of innovation
- Rigid & high prices
With absolute reliability, professionalism and passion: We love bringing exciting projects to life and stories that go straight to the heart. Interdisciplinary, cross-industry, playful, creative and as a long-term partner.
Packages for every budget, from SMEs to large corporations. Whether it’s a short cosplay walk act or complete branding campaigns with storytelling, character design & costume making behind them.
Our office is in Schwaig near Nuremberg – But we work worldwide, virtually and on-site.
Let’s get started right away!
Who's behind Nekodanshi?
Nekodanshi is a project by Nakaryu GmbH – your creative 360° agency for marketing, web, AI and events. Our founder is Harukyu Cosplay.
What sets us apart? We think differently, combine exceptional ideas with professional execution, and offer solutions that really work – online as well as offline.
Whether full-service marketing, design, AI, web, social media, or software:
With Nakaryu, you have an entire creative team at your side.
Max 
- Cosplayer since 2019, active at cons at home and abroad, across Europe
- Host of Elfia 2023, participant in cosplay panels & own cosplay report on Bavarian Broadcasting with Matthias Luginger
- Favorite cosplay: Link & Gorou :3
- Favorite anime: Sword Art Online, Reincarnated as a Slime, Konosuba
- 15 years of experience as a social media creator
- Passion for cosplay, sci-fi & fantasy
- Fascination with Japan & anime, travel, AI & the metaverse
- More about HarukyuCosplay
Selina 
- Cosplayer since 2018
- Trained textile and fashion seamstress
- Host of Elfia 2023, participation in cosplay panels & cosplay report on Bavarian Broadcasting with Matthias Luginger
- 2nd place in the Frankenmexx cosplay competition 2022
- Favorite cosplay: Dark Link, Raiden Shogun & fem. Bakugou
- Favorite anime: Attack on Titan, Fairy Tail, Reincarnated as a Slime, Konosuba, InuYasha
- Passion for cosplay, drawing, astronomy & astrology
- Fascination with fashion, art & Asian culture
Nekodanshi stands for passion, creativity and the highest professionalism in the field of cosplay, event marketing and gamification. We believe cosplay is far more than just a hobby – it is an art form, a performance, and a way to bring stories to life in a unique way.
Our mission is to bring cosplayers and brands together and create unforgettable experiences. Whether at trade fairs, in advertising, at film premieres, or at events – we make sure every appearance is perfectly staged. We only work with talented, professional cosplayers who take their craft seriously and fully embody their roles.
At Nekodanshi, we combine creativity with strategic event and marketing know-how. We help companies reach their target audiences through captivating, interactive productions – whether through walking acts, social media campaigns, or tailored gamification concepts.
Our philosophy is based on three pillars:
- Authenticity & quality – Our cosplayers are not just performers, but true artists with a deep passion for their characters. We guarantee the highest quality in costumes, performance, and presentation.
- Innovation & gamification – We rethink events and marketing. Through interactive concepts and gamification elements, we create emotional connections between brands and their audiences.
- Community & passion – We are part of the cosplay and pop culture community ourselves. Our work is based on a genuine understanding of the scene and the desire to give cosplayers a platform where they can develop their talents and grow into professional roles.
With Nekodanshi, your event is not only visually impressive, but becomes an interactive experience that will be remembered for a long time. ✨
Are you a journalist, blogger or content creator looking for exciting stories about cosplay, event marketing, and gamification? Nekodanshi is Germany’s leading agency for professional cosplayers, costume walk acts and immersive brand experiences – perfect for coverage of trends in pop culture, the growing importance of cosplay in the events industry, or exciting collaborations between brands and cosplayers.
We’d be happy to provide interviews, exclusive behind-the-scenes insights or media collaborations . Whether for trade magazines, online media, TV features, or podcasts – we provide exciting insights, expert knowledge, and striking images from our work with international companies and events.
For press photos, background information, or individual inquiries, simply write to us – we look forward to working with you!
Contact for press inquiries: hey@nekodanshi.de
We look forward to your inquiry and are always available for interviews, guest contributions, and media collaborations!
Questions? Write to us at hey@nekodanshi.de, chat on WhatsApp or leave us a message at +4915258119266.
Still deciding? Explore all our services or references.