ANIME ATTRACTIONS

It’s time to get transported into the world of your fave anime by meeting the voice actors behind the characters you know and love.

This year we welcome the voices behind many of your fave titles including Death Note, My Hero Academia, Naruto, Horimiya, and more. Don’t miss your chance to grab a photo op with your fave heroes.

Have a special figure, poster, or keepsake you want signed? Your fave anime icons will be at the show all weekend signing autographs, so you can have a keepsake that will last a lifetime.

Sunday, February 15

Immerse yourself into the energy and excitement of Japanese Idol culture at our very own IdolFest, featuring Fruity Zeús, MagiaNote, Maple Blossom, MUSA IDOL, SCARY!, and a very special performance by Non Sweet. Whether you're a long time wota or just looking for some great music and positive energy, these performances will have you standing, clapping, and waving your glow sticks to the music.

Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with FAN EXPO on PokéMonday. You’ll find Pokémon-themed activities, panels, cosplay, and more all day long on Monday. Check the schedule closer to the show for details on all the fun in store.

SFU Anime x StudioSIAT brings together anime, manga & VTuber fans of all ages from SFU & Vancouver. Watch Motion Capture Live Demo with a VTuber Model, interact with a VTuber, and catch demo student projects including table top games, video games, and AR experiences. You'll also find a Gacha machine with pins and a whiteboard that you can draw on.

Unite with fellow anime fans with the help of the student-run club, BCIT Anime Club. Feel free to sketch an image on a sticky note to add to the drawing board, and join a small anime trivia at the table using a tablet or your phone for a chance to win prizes, including anime-themed stickers and pins.

Find your fellow demons, students, and ninjas for the best group shot at one of our Anime Cosplay Meetups. Meetups will be happening all weekend long, so check the schedule closer to the show to see when and where your fave fandom is gathering.

Dance, sing, and feel the beat at our Idol Showcase. We’ve got incredible performers bringing captivating musical and dance acts that you won’t be able to get enough of.

Do you want an opportunity to study or work in Japan? This is the booth to visit for all the info. You can also try traditional Japanese toys and games, learn to fold origami, grab Japanese pop-culture pamphlets to take home, participate in Japan trivia, and take part in visitor polls.