I disagree with the assessment that the decision to separate competition cosplay from “costrip” was due to the interference of event organizers and cosplay organizations.
Category: Lifestyle
2009 Metro Comic Convention Event Report
The event was organized by Hobbylink Productions, Inc. in partnership with COSPLAY.PH, and featured comics, indies, toys, and cosplay.
JPQueen Re-opens, to Limited Capacity
As of 8th August 2009, JPQ has re-opened, but is now operating at limited capacity.
AFA 09 + MTV World Stage Live Giveaways
Win pair passes to MTV’s World Stage Live in Malaysia and one of three copies of Otaku Encyclopedia.
Magnolia Super Kart Series, Enchanted Kingdom Leg Event Report
The Enchanted Kingdom Leg of the Magnolia Super Kart Series was held on the afternoon of 2nd August 2009.
Global Recession Hits Anime Industry
According to international news channel CNN, not even Japan’s burgeoning “soft culture” industry has been spared from global economic woes.
Tips on Surviving an International Con Part 2
In a previous post, we discussed logistics concerns related to flying to and staying in another country to attend an anime convention. Let’s round it up with the last three items on our to-do list.
Tips on Surviving an International Con Part 1
A list of practical tips you can use when flying out for the first time to attend your maiden international anime and gaming event.
2009 J-Pop Anime Singing Contest Event Report
The event was organized by the Japan Information and Culture Center of the Embassy of Japan in cooperation with The Japan Foundation, and with the support of HERO TV, Toei Animation Philippines, 103.5 MAX FX, Ayala Malls, and the Nihongo Center Foundation.
The LoliDudes Caption Contest
The LoliDudes, our favorites dudes in frilly lace confections, are holding a Caption contest!
2009 UP Tomo-Kai Anniversary Week
The UP Philippines-Japan Friendship Club (UP Tomo-kai) is celebrating 19 years of Cultural Harmony.
Costube Cosplay Video Contest at Cosplay Mania 09
Winners will receive a total of PhP 110,00 in cash prizes, plus the golden chance to have their videos aired on national tv via TV5.
