HachiCon 2024 Schedule
August 9th and 10th, 2024
Are you ready for HachiCon 2024? We hope so, because we have an awesome scheduled packed with fan content, fun events, and educational panels! Come come ‘bee’ part of the HachiCon beehive, where you can meet new people and learn new things! We are so excited to see you there!
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| 12:00 PM |
Conventional Wisdom
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$10 entry fee for Drink and Snacks (Cash, venmo, card)
Session 1- 12:30PM – 1:30pm
Session 2- 2:00pm – 2:45PM Cheki: 2:45pm – 3:15pm
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Weeb Streets:
Check out their schedule here |
| 12:30 PM |
Kaigai Idol 101: How to Enjoy Live Events to the Fullest
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Winning (and Losing) with Grace: Sportsmanship in Cosplay Contests
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Cosplay Comedy Improv
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Infodumping with Style: How to Worldbuild without Boring Your Readers
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The Holy Waifu Wars: Teacher Edition
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Anime Family Fued
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| 4:00 PM |
AMV Theory and Practical
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Small Crafting Spaces
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| 5:00 PM |
Anime Sing-Along
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| 5:30 PM |
Foam Smithing
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| 6:00 PM |
Travelling with Cosplay
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| 6:30 PM |
Cosplanning: Brainstorm & Planning Session
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AMV Contest
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| 7:00 PM |
AMV History
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| 8:00 PM |
The End is Just the Beginning: A Guide to What Comes After You Finish Your First Draft
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| 8:30 PM |
Cosplay Stitch & Seam Live Show
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| 9:00 PM |
Jujutsu Kaisen Panel
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Idols After Dark (18+)
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| 10:00 PM | Event Closed | |||
| Panel Room | Cafe Panel Room | Main Events | Patio | |
| 9:00 AM | Go Figure
| $10 entry fee for Drink and Snacks (Cash, venmo, card) Session 1- 11:00AM – 11:45AM Session 2- 12:30PM – 1:15PM Cheki: 1:15pm – 1:45pm | Set up / Seating | |
| 9:30 AM | Cosplay Still Life Drawing
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| 10:00 AM | Setting the Stage! Let’s Talk 2.5 D Anime Stage Plays
| Weeb Streets: Check out their schedule here
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| 10:30 AM | Inside the Ring: The Intersection of Fandom, Anime, and Pro-Wrestling
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| 11:00 AM | A History of Anime Conventions
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| 11:30 AM | From Concept to Costume: Navigating the World of Cosplay Commissions
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| 12:00 PM | Get to Know Your Sewing Machine
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| 12:30 PM | Set up / Seating | |||
| 1:00 PM | Body Positivity and Cosplay
| We Star! Hachi Con
| One Piece Gathering
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| 2:00 PM | Crossing the Finish Line: How to Finish Your First Draft
| Sound Check: Cello | Weeb Streets: Check out their schedule here
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| 2:30 PM | Cello, Now! Live Music From Games, Movies, and Anime!
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| 3:00 PM | JOJO Part 5 Panel
| Itadakimasu!
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| 3:30 PM | Sound Check: Idol Showcase | |||
| 4:00 PM | Cosplay Support & Stage Ninja Tricks
| Idol Showcase (Weeb Streets)
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| 5:00 PM | Building Blocks of a Knockout Novel: Dialogue and Interiority
| The 2024 Anime Academy Awards
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| 5:30 PM | Cosplay Contest
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| 6:00 PM | Positive Fandom Representation
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| 7:00 PM | The Tournament of Husbandos: Teacher Edition
| Random KPop and JPop Dance
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| 8:00 PM | Doki Doki! Celebrating the Greatest in Anime Romance
| Weeb Streets: Check out their schedule here
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| 9:30 PM | Clean Up | |||
| 10:00 PM | Event Closed | |||
Detailed:
Friday
12:30 PM | Kaigai Idol 101: How to Enjoy Live Events to the Fullest |
Presented by: | LuvULink Productions |
Have you ever wondered how and why everyone starts chanting in sync during idol performances? Are the world of idols entirely a mystery to you? Join indie kaigai idol Jazi Kat for a very brief history and tutorial on the basics of idol performances in Japan and beyond! Then, put your newfound knowledge into practice with a short, interactive performance featuring the idols of LuvULink Productions! | |
1:30 PM | Cosplay Comedy Improv |
Presented by: | Dex Davlin |
Get ready to make stuff up! Join our hosts for an hour of fun and games as you develop your improv skills and share some laughs with your friends! (And meet potential new ones!) | |
3:00 PM | Anime Family Feud |
Presented by: | Crownguard Cos |
Join us for anime excitement at Anime Family Feud! Get ready to test your knowledge in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere. With fast-paced trivia rounds and plenty of laughs along the way, it’s the perfect way to kick back and enjoy some anime-themed fun with fellow fans. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or just dipping your toes into the anime world, there’s something here for everyone. So come on down, grab a seat, and let’s see who will reign supreme in this epic battle of anime wits! | |
5:00 PM | Anime Sing Along |
Presented by: | Ranelle |
Do you ever find yourself belting your favorite anime tunes in your room? On you way to work or school? Come sing your heart out to your favorite anime openings, classic and modern! No singing or musical experience required. | |
6:30 PM | HachiCon AMV Contest 2024 |
Presented by: | HachiCon |
Come watch the 2024 HachiCon Anime Music Video contest! Check out the talented video editors who sent in their videos for you to watch, judge, and vote on! (Yes we mean you specifically!) | |
9:00 PM | Idols after Dark (+18) |
Presented by: | LuvULink Productions |
Join the idols of LuvULink Productions for a collaboration you won’t want to miss! See them compete in a unique selection of games, interspersed with fun (and spicy) JPop-inspired performances, and maybe even join them onstage yourself! | |
12:00 PM | Conventional Wisdom |
Presented by: | John Saffell |
Come learn about fan conventions, making the most of your convention experience, and maybe share tips of your own | |
1:00 PM | Winning (and Losing) With Grace: Sportsmanship in Cosplay Contests |
Presented by: | Turtlebunnies Cosplay |
Join Turtlebunnies Cosplay – a veteran competitive cosplayer and cosplay contest director – to explore healthy strategies for navigating the emotional highs and lows of the competition experience. Whether you are brand new to the competitive cosplay scene, or have already been impacted by sportsmanship issues in your journey, we have stories, advice, and perspective to share that will help keep this hobby fun and enriching: win or lose! | |
2:00 PM | Infodumping with Style: How to worldbuild without boring your readers |
Presented by: | Katerina Excell |
Worldbuilding can be a real challenge – especially for Sci-Fi and Fantasy writers. Your descriptions are either too boring, too unrelated to the problem at hand, or too hard to understand. In this panel, we’ll take a deep dive into worldbuilding techniques that will help your world come to life without those never-ending descriptions and history lessons. By the end of the panel, you will be able to identify infodumps and decide whether each one ought to be deleted, moved, or re-written into something a little less boring – and you’ll know how to do that! | |
3:00 PM | The Holy Waifu Wars: Teacher Edition |
Presented by: | Aaron Lee Yeager, David King Powers, Julie Langan, Jenny Cozzens Cottam, Natalie Yeager, Autumn Yeager |
Do you ever find yourself belting your favorite anime tunes in your room? On you way to work or school? Come sing your heart out to your favorite anime openings, classic and modern! No singing or musical experience required. | |
4:00 PM | AMV Theory and Practical |
Presented by: | Chris Allen, Grant, Cheri Allen |
Making your AMV suck less (we hope). *No warranty expressed or inferred. | |
6:00 PM | Traveling with Cosplay |
Presented by: | Cheri Allen |
Travel tips for building and packing your cosplay to navigating different travel methods, whether your convention destination is in the same town or across the globe! | |
7:00 PM | AMV History |
Presented by: | Chris Allen |
A study into the relationships between technology, copyright law, and digital media, and how they have changed since the Carter Administration. | |
8:00 PM | The End is Just the Beginning: A guide to what comes after you finish your first draft |
Presented by: | Katerina Excell |
Have you finished that first draft? Wondering what comes after the coveted words “the end?” Come sharpen your novel editing skills with Developmental Editor and Author K. A. Excell. We’ll discuss actionable strategies, free resources, and concrete steps to get your story from first draft to last draft. By the end of this panel, you will have a clear understanding of what it takes to revise and edit your novel. You’ll know how to find beta readers, identify helpful advice, and get your novel from first draft to last draft and beyond. | |
9:00 PM | Jujutsu Kaisen Panel |
Presented by: | Sammy |
Come meet your favorite Jujutsu Kaisen characters and play games, make crafts and more! | |
12:30 PM – 1:30PM | Maid Cafe: Session 1 |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe welcomes you home! Join our Idol Maid & Butlers bite size glimpse into what Japanese maid cafes are like! Let us entertain you with our cute and edgy maids and butlers. $10 dollar entry fee for, a drink, snacks, and entertainment! (Cash, card, or Venmo) | |
2:30PM – 2:45pm | Maid Cafe: Session 2 |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe welcomes you home! Join our Idol Maid & Butlers bite size glimpse into what Japanese maid cafes are like! Let us entertain you with our cute and edgy maids and butlers. $10 dollar entry fee for, a drink, snacks, and entertainment! (Cash, card, or Venmo) | |
2:45PM – 3:15PM | Maid Cafe: Cheki |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Did you know that in Japan when you get a Polaroid with an idol it is called a Cheki. If you enjoyed your experience at the Otaku Dreams Idol Cafe you can get your very own Cheki (or Chekis) with your favorite Maid and Butlers! Each Polaroid is $5 with your choice of members | |
4:30 PM | Small Crafting Spaces |
Presented by: | Vfire Cosplay, Sadee Hansen |
Have a small living or crafting space? Limited on options? Join VFire and Sadee to learn tips and tricks of crafting in small spaces. | |
5:30 PM | Foam Smithing |
Presented by: | CrestSphinx, Pannon, Vfire Cosplay |
Gee, traveler, that armor seems heavy. Have you thought about changing that heavy material for FOAM? Join the Foam – smithing panel as we talk about how to make lightweight weapons, armors and props. We’ll talk about EVA foam best practices for starting, like glueing to the finishes and other topics you have always wanted to know about foam. Perfect for all skills levels. Come join a lighter way to Cosplay. | |
6:30 PM | Cosplanning: Brainstorm and Planning Session |
Presented by: | Spy Hop Design |
Join Spy Hop Design Mentor, Mercedes, and work on your dream cosplay goals! Cosplan on paper or digitally, check out the cosplay books on hand, play with some materials, and brainstorm how to make the impossible a reality! Come and go as you want during this two hour brainstorm session! | |
8:30PM | Cosplay Stitch & Seam: Live Show |
Presented by: | Cosplay Stitch & Seam |
You’ve heard them from your podcast app, but now hear them live as Pannon, VFire and David record a live episode of the Cosplay Stitch and Seam podcast. A family friendly podcast about cosplaying and community. Come join our hosts who want to learn about your con experiences and share a cosplay horror story or share in laughs as Pannon stops a fight between VFire and David about best Pokemon starters. | |
Saturday
9:30 AM | Cosplay Still Life Drawing |
Presented by: | Spy Hop Design |
Bring your sketchpad, iPad, or electrical drawing device and get ready to make some great art with cosplayers as inspiration! | |
10:30 AM | Inside the ring: The Intersection of Fandom, Anime, and Pro-Wrestling |
Presented by: | The Lucha Project, Adan Reyes, Manny Lemons, Aspyn Rose |
Join us for a captivating panel discussion exploring the unique world where fandom, anime, and pro-wrestling converge. Our panel of Pro Wrestlers, seasoned in the independent pro wrestling scene across the country, and nerd culture, will delve into the world of pro-wrestler and the parallels between anime storytelling and pro-wrestling narratives, as well as the athletic prowess required to bring these larger-than-life characters to the ring. Gain insights into how these intersections shape not only the entertainment landscape but also inspire a passionate community of fans and athletes alike. Whether you’re intrigued by the theatricality of pro-wrestling or the narrative depth of anime, this panel promises to illuminate the thrilling connections between these two worlds. | |
11:30 AM | From Concept to Costume: Navigating the world of Cosplay Commissions |
Presented by: | Ugami, Crownguard Cosplay, Serendipity Sky |
Join us for an in-depth look at the cosplay commission process! In this panel, our team will share their insights on client communication, material selection, construction techniques, and balancing creativity with business. Perfect for aspiring and experienced cosplay commissioners alike! | |
1:00 PM | We Star! HachiCon |
Presented by: | Hale Marine, El Patterson |
We are, We Star! Coming to Hachi con to try to spread the creativity and positivity of the Kaigai idol scene, drawing inspiration from JPop and KPop! | |
2:30 PM | Cello, Now! Live music from Games, Movies, and Anime |
Presented by: | Livingston Cheney |
Come and experience majestic and elegant cello renditions of your favorite music from games, anime, and movies with Livingston Cheney! Livi has performed in Poland and all over North America as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral musician. In 2021, he was even featured on National Public Radio! With decades of experience, a bachelor’s and master’s degree in cello performance, and a passion for his craft, Livi’s performances are an absolute MUST SEE! Don’t miss it! | |
4:00 PM | Idol Showcase (Weeb Streets) |
Presented by: | Weeb Streets |
Taking over the main stage with a sparkling show! A dazzling display of local kaigai idols joining together to show off their diverse talents! Come cheer along to some of your favorite jpop, kpop, and original tunes! | |
5:30 PM | Hachion 2024 Cosplay Contest |
Presented by: | HachiCon |
Don’t miss this opportunity to see these amazing cosplayers as they show off their skills in costume craftsmanship and stage performance! With a half-time show by Otaku Dreams Maid Cafe, this is guaranteed to be an amazing show. | |
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9:00 AM |
Go Figure |
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Presented by: |
Candace Chesley, Tyler Jacobson |
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Wanna get into figure collecting but intimidated by prices or variety? We will be going over the basics on figure collecting. The best places to make safe purchases on your own budget to help get you started on your collection. |
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10:00 AM |
Setting the Stage! Let’s Talk 2.5 D Anime Stage Plays |
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Presented by: |
Candace Chesley, Tyler Jacobson |
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With anime stage plays making their way to the west and becoming available to watch on streaming services, are they worth the time to watch? We’ll join us as we talk to you about what makes 2.5D shows so special! |
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11:00 AM |
A History of Anime Conventions |
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Presented by: |
John Saffell |
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From viewing rooms to viewed by the world, come learn how Anime conventions came to be and what the future holds. |
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12:00 PM |
Get to Know Your Sewing Machine |
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Pannon |
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Buttons and Dials and Feet, oh my! Even the most basic sewing machine can transform fabric into works of art if you know it inside and out. We’ll walk you through the basics on how to get the most out of your machine! |
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1:00PM |
Body Positivity and Cosplay |
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Pannon, David Jeffress, VFire Cosplay |
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Come join our panelists as we talk about how you are perfect for that cosplay you’ve always wanted to do. Share in happy moments celebrating how we all deserve a chance to shine doing what we love. Join a group of people that want to celebrate you for you. This panel focuses on one thing: Cosplay is for everyone! |
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2:00 PM |
Crossing the Finish Line: How to Finish Your First Draft |
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Katerina Excell |
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Come sharpen your novel drafting skills with Developmental Editor and Author K. A. Excell. We’ll take a deep dive into concrete, actionable strategies you can use to finally finish that novel you’ve been working on and give you the confidence you need to make definite progress in your writing journey. We’ll attack this problem from two sides: time management and plot management. By the end of this panel, you will understand how to build a writing schedule that works for you and have the requisite knowledge of plot structure to get you unstuck should you fall into a plot hole. |
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3:00 PM |
JoJo Part 5 Panel |
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Presented by: |
Sammy |
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Come show off your Jojo poses, learn a dance, play games and become a member of Passione! |
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4:00 PM |
Cosplay Support & Stage Ninja Tricks |
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Presented by: |
Sadee Hansen |
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Calling all cosplay support and stage ninjas. You guys make the magic happen! Here are some tricks to keeping your cosplayer alive in the halls, outside for photoshoots, and on the stage. |
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5:00 PM |
Building Blocks of a Knockout Novel: Dialogue and Interiority |
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Presented by: |
Katerina Excell |
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Getting the building blocks right is the key to writing a killer novel. Come sharpen the dialogue and interiority skills that are key to writing an emotionally compelling, immersive, exciting novel. We’ll cover why your characters sound so flat, how to tell whether something should be conveyed through dialogue and interiority, and how to make your characters more relatable to your readers. So come level up your writing game! |
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6:00 PM |
Positive Fandom Representation |
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Presented by: |
John Saffell |
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Come learn and talk about fandom, being a positive member of the fan community, and how to avoid being a negative one. |
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7:00 PM |
The Tournament of Husbandos: Teacher Edition |
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Presented by: |
Aaron Lee Yeager, David King-Powers, Julie Langan, Jenny Cozzens Cottam, Natalie Yeager, Autumn Yeager |
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It’s time to discuss the meaningful things, the questions that really matter, the subjects that mean something…WHO IS THE HOTTEST ANIME HUSBANDO! Come and join us in this live event where we will pit sixteen of the hottest anime teachers against one another in a karate kid style tournament, where you the audience will eliminate them one by one, until only one remains! Come and cheer for your guy! |
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8:00 PM |
Doki Doki! Celebrating the Greatest in Anime Romance |
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Aaron Lee Yeager, David King-Powers, Julie Langan, Jenny Cozzens Cottam, Natalie Yeager, Autumn Yeager |
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Why do we love anime romance? They’re sweet, they’re tender, they’re moving, they’re frustrating, they’re engaging, they’re unforgettable. Come and celebrate with us the best of the best, the greatest anime romances that fill our hearts past brimming into complete overflow. |
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11 AM – 11:45 AM | Otaku Dreams Maid Cafe: Session 1 |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe welcomes you home! Join our Idol Maid & Butlers bite size glimpse into what Japanese maid cafes are like! Let us entertain you with our cute and edgy maids and butlers. $10 dollar entry fee for, a drink, snacks, and entertainment! (Cash, card, or Venmo) | |
12:30PM – 1:15PM | Otaku Dreams Maid Cafe: Session 2 |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe welcomes you home! Join our Idol Maid & Butlers bite size glimpse into what Japanese maid cafes are like! Let us entertain you with our cute and edgy maids and butlers. $10 dollar entry fee for, a drink, snacks, and entertainment! (Cash, card, or Venmo) | |
1:15PM – 1:45PM | Otaku Dreams Maid Cafe: Cheki |
Presented by: | Otaku Dreams Maid & Idol Cafe |
Did you know that in Japan when you get a Polaroid with an idol it is called a Cheki. If you enjoyed your experience at the Otaku Dreams Idol Cafe you can get your very own Cheki (or Chekis) with your favorite Maid and Butlers! Each Polaroid is $5 with your choice of members | |
3:00 PM | Itadakimasu! |
Presented by: | Carl Navales |
Let’s talk about our favorite Japanese foods and how to make them. | |
5:00 PM | The 2024 Anime Academy Awards |
Presented by: | Aaron Lee Yeager, David King-Powers, Julie Langan, Jenny Cozzens Cottam, Natalie Yeager, Autumn Yeager |
Roll out the red-carpet and raise the curtain, it’s time again for the Anime Academy Awards, where you the audience will cast your votes to determine the winners in such auspicious categories such as Best Villain, Best Romance, Best Opening Song, and a new category this year, cutest pet. Who will win? Only you can decide. | |
7:00 PM | Random KPop and JPop Dance |
Presented by: | Hale Marine, Lydia Opp, and Serenity King |
Come show off your dancing skills to your favorite KPop, JPop, and Vocaloid songs! | |
Non-stop music and performances all day by Weeb Streets!
Weeb Streets is excited to bring a non-stop live music experience to Hachi Con! Check out their schedule here!