Inspired by the "Don't Laugh" Youtube challenge, each participant can test their poker face game while panelists and attendees use a number of props (and any cosplayers on hand!) to crack them up. Candy and prizes will be on hand for anyone who can keep a straight face for a full minute on the clock. 

Let your creativity flow at this relaxing, laidback art jam! Feel free to draw on your own, or swap sketchbooks to leave gift art for other attendees! Guests are encouraged to list their favorite characters or shows on the inside of their books, to be used as drawing prompts for the swap. Please bring your own sketchbooks and art supplies! Hand sanitizer and wipes will be provided. 

Get matched up with cosplayers, enjoy doing battle poses and battle your way to victory! This is a tournament-style cosplay gathering where cosplayers are matched with an opponent cosplayer, and perform 3 poses that looks like they’re in a fight, frozen for photos. No violence or actual fighting here! Any character can be in a cosplay battle, whether it’s an innocent schoolgirl or a hardened fighter. Bring your best poses and check out how creative our cosplayers can...

Bring your own music for this event! Songs that include swearing and mature content are permitted, and while cosplay is highly encouraged, it is not a requirement. However, while we are allowing mature content, peformances should still have proper public etiquette. Nudity and overly obscene gestures/actions are absolutely not allowed. Let's have fun, but please keep it classy!

New to Kpop and want to learn more, or want to figure out why so many people love it? Come join us as we introduce you to the world of Kpop as we sing and jam though the current top idol stars. Both longtime fans and newcomers are welcome!

The Host Club presents, The Ouran Best Friends Slumber Party! The Club's President's Tamaki and Kyoya will be hosting with a helping hand from Honey! There will be crafts, treats, and a surprise game at the end with some sweet prizes! Come in your pj's, in or out of cosplay, and bring your bestie! We only have so much room so be quick! We hope to see you there!  

Pair Up After Dark is back again, come and have some laughs' as you gain new ships. This dating game is definetly something to attend as we always have a blast! So come and join us you naughty viewers!

Come view a hand full of cartoons shown on North Korean state television for the nation's youth. These shows give a view into the entertainment that is viewed in this very secretive and mysterious country.

Japanese pop music is some of the safest and formulaic music you can find in the world. However, that doesn't mean it all sounds the same, and that envelopes haven't been pushed. We'll look at the most important figures and songs from the past 50 years.

In 2015, role playing game made by one man took the Internet by storm. In UNDERTALE, you play as a child who must decide if monsters live or die. To make friends or to become a foe. During this panel, we will talk about the lessons learned in this game, as well as pieces of lore and the impact this game has had on gaming culture. Warning: this panel will contain spoilers for the game. 

Gravity Falls has officially ended, but it seems to have stopped with more questions than ever. What is Dippers real name? Where was Ford for 30 years? how does Mabel have time to knit so many sweaters? Worry not, for in this fan panel,the characters from Gravity Falls are here to discuss the intricate lore of the show, answer your burning questions, AND POSSIBLY ENSURE THE APOCOLYPSE. remember kids, GIFHG ML LMV!

The cosplay adventure band has been touring anime conventions for over 4 years now and there are some stories to share! Join Eien Strife as they share videos, answer questions, and tell you all about their adventure and what to expect this weekend from them. Cheydra, Raien, Lyren, and Kale are ready to meet all of you!

For LGBT people, media is a very important outlet. Finding characters and stories that are relatable is often critical to developing one’s identity and creating acceptance. We examine cultural ideas, representation, and experiences that tie anime and the LGBT community deeply.

Back by popular demand, it's Whose Line is it Anime. Come join the fun as we entertain you with some improv comedy mixed with some of your favorite anime, video game, and pop culture references.

If you've ever wanted to know how Korean pop music found its way into American pop culture, then this is the panel for you! Join WV-based dance team Orpheus Beat as we discuss K-culture, the language barrier, and why we love this stuff. Stay and dance with us after the presentation - we'll teach you the moves!

Come dressed in your best attire for this prom-like dance.

Come along with us as we take a scenic journey through the wonderful world of Japan rail.  Here you'll learn some history of Japan Railways as well as current day operations, rolling train stock throughout the country, some featured destinations and more.  Join us won't you?

Come join in on the fun with your lovable characters from Haikyuu! We have games, Q&A, and an art raffle with fan art from our amazing artists!

Our annual cosplay contest, come watch our cosplay contestants.

Vitamin H explores the weird, wild, world of youkai, Japan's traditional monster-spirits. Creature facts, famous stories, and even some tips on how to survive YOUR next encounter with these strange creatures!

A somewhat tongue-in-cheek look at the world of otome games - dating games for girls. We look at the history of these games, the precursors that defined them, and the vast amounts of spinoffs the genre has spawned. Otome RPGs, Otome Rhythm Games, anime, iPhone games, and even… Choose-Your-Own-Adventure CDs?! Even those who aren’t huge fans of the genre are sure to enjoy this panel as we explore some of the most unique, inventive, and just plain weird stuff that otome games have to offer.

So you want to be a VTuber? Well welcome to this introduction to vtubing and content creation! My name is Eirlysee and I'll be talking about ways for you to get into vtubing, feel free to ask questions as I'll be trying my best to show how easy you to can become a virtual anime character!

Singers, dancers, and lip-syncers - it's time to show us what you're made of at the first ever Tsubasacon Idol! You bring the music & the performance, we bring the speakers & the hype! Enter solo, as a group, or with a stranger sitting next to you in the crowd. Do you have a voice to rival Susan Boyle? Can you lip-sync all the words to We Don't Talk About Bruno? Are you eager to show off that newest Kpop dance you learned? This panel is for you! No audition necessary. NOTES: This i...

Join us as we spill the tea on LGBT+ topics and hold Q&A’s all while enjoying some savory tea.

Japan is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, due to its geographical location, and regularly experiences a variety of natural disasters, including earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. Come explore how these natural phenomena were explained in mythology and folklore and the kami and yokai responsible.