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Cons & Fairs: Your overview of conventions, fairs & cosplay events

In the Cons & Fairs category on Nekodanshi, you'll find the right conventions, fairs, and community events focused on anime, manga, games, pop culture, and of course cosplay. Whether you're attending a con for the first time or looking for new highlights as a veteran, this section collects current events that match your hobby.

From large exhibition halls with show stages and dealer alleys to smaller, cozy fan cons: this category helps you quickly find the right convention — including the most important information you need for planning, travel, and buying tickets.

What to expect in “Cons & Fairs”

On this category page, we list events that are especially worthwhile for cosplayers, photographers, and fans. Depending on the event, you can look forward to things like:

• Conventions & fan events with a community vibe, panels, and program items
• Fairs with exhibitors, vendor booths, new releases, and brand presence
• Cosplay competitions, walks, stage appearances, and showcases
• Artist alleys with prints, merch, stickers, and original art
• Photo spots & shoots (indoor/outdoor) as well as meetups
• Workshops on Worbla, EVA foam, makeup, wig styling, and props

Who is this category ideal for?

The Cons & Fairs category is perfect if you:

• are looking for an anime or manga convention near you,
• as a cosplayer are on the lookout for competitions or meetups,
• as a photographer want to find events with great locations and lots of cosplay,
• as an artist or vendor want to know where a visit (or booth) is worthwhile,
• simply enjoy community, merch, and the con atmosphere.

Con or fair — what’s the difference?

Many events overlap, but in general: a convention is often more community- and program-focused, while a fair offers more exhibitors, sales areas, and brand booths. To help you quickly assess what to expect, this overview can help:

How to use Nekodanshi for your con planning

When browsing this category, you can quickly put together a personal event list — depending on whether you're mainly interested in cosplay, shopping, community, or the stage. A few proven tips:

• Plan early: Tickets, hotels, and train tickets often sell out quickly for big cons.
• Cosplay check: Find out whether there are changing rooms, prop rules, or weapon checks.
• Compare the program: Some events focus more on stages & guests, others on vendors and artist alleys.
• Remember meetups: Many highlights happen between program items — community meetups are worth it.

Discover Cons & Fairs — and find your next highlight

Whether it's a big convention or a local fair: in Cons & Fairs you'll find the events where you can celebrate your hobby — with new contacts, inspiration for your next cosplay, and plenty of con vibes. Check back regularly, because the list is continuously expanded with current conventions and fairs.