Anime Expo®

Anime Expo® Bringing together industry and fans of Japanese Pop Culture for an annual celebration. Join us July 3-6, 2025. !

Anime Expo is an annual convention dedicated to Japanese culture and currently held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Traditionally Anime Expo (AX) is held on July 4th weekend as a 4-day event. Anime Expo is growing in scale dramatically, and is currently the largest anime and manga convention in North America. Popular events include; the Masquerade, Anime Music Video Contest, Concerts, and the Fashion Show. Anime Expo also offers late-night programming such as dance, video screenings, tabletop and electronic gaming, and open-mic karaoke. Many of the attendees cosplay while attending the convention, and join in the many gatherings for fans of different anime, manga, gaming and other genres. Renowned for its ability to bring famous guests to America for panels and concerts, Anime Expo has been the site of many U.S. premiers of shows, movies, and bands including; AKB48, Hatsune Miku, Morning Masume, P***o Graffitti, Yoko Kanno, SKIN and many more.

🎶✨ J-POP SOUND CAPSULE Exclusive Merch is here! ✨ Get your hands on exclusive event merchandise featuring stunning chara...
14/06/2026

🎶✨ J-POP SOUND CAPSULE Exclusive Merch is here! ✨ Get your hands on exclusive event merchandise featuring stunning character artwork designed by official Anime Expo 2026 guest Acky Bright! Don't miss your chance to take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake celebrating an incredible night of anime music and J-pop! 🌟

Featuring performances by:

⚡ ALI
🌹 Roselia
🔥 SPYAIR
🎹 Yoko Kanno
🎤 Yoko Takahashi

Get Tickets! https://events.leapevents.com/event/ax26-jsc-scx26-t06

☑️ Event Name: J-POP SOUND CAPSULE
📆 Date: Day 1 - Thursday, July 2
⏲️ Time: 8:00PM - 11:00PM
📍 Location: Crypto.com Arena

🔗 Register Now! Link in Bio.
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

Please welcome WLL to as a Performer at Lounge 21! ✨🎵 WLL is a DJ and producer blending House, UK Garage, and electron...
13/06/2026

Please welcome WLL to as a Performer at Lounge 21! ✨

🎵 WLL is a DJ and producer blending House, UK Garage, and electronic music with the energy of anime culture. Known for high-energy sets packed with anime edits, J-pop remixes, and euphoric club grooves, WLL transforms iconic fandom moments into dance floor experiences. 🪩 From Anime Expo to anime afterparties across the U.S., WLL brings together rave culture and anime fandom into one unforgettable vibe. 💥

⭐ Appearances:
☑️ Performance 1
📆 Date: Day 1 - Thursday, July 2
⏲️ Time:7:45 PM - 8:45 PM
📍 Location: Lounge 21

☑️ Performance 2
📆 Date: Day 2 - Friday, July 3
⏲️ Time:4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Lounge 21

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

Please welcome Katie Shesko to as a Performer at Lounge 21! ✨Katie Shesko is a video game and anime cosplaying flute p...
13/06/2026

Please welcome Katie Shesko to as a Performer at Lounge 21! ✨

Katie Shesko is a video game and anime cosplaying flute player who plays games fast. 🎮 She is known for merging her love of flute with nerdy music 🎵, especially from popular franchises like Legend of Zelda, NieR Automata, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Katie's live show is filled with rock flute renditions of your favorite anime and video games tunes!

⭐ Appearances:
☑️ Performance 1
📆 Date: Day 1 - Thursday, July 2
⏲️ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Lounge 21

☑️ Performance 2
📆 Date: Day 2 - Friday, July 3
⏲️ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Lounge 21

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

🎬 Production I.G and WIT STUDIO are returning to Anime Expo! Hosted by Maki Terashima-Furuta, this special panel will fe...
13/06/2026

🎬 Production I.G and WIT STUDIO are returning to Anime Expo! Hosted by Maki Terashima-Furuta, this special panel will feature founders Mitsuhisa Ishikawa and George Wada, along with acclaimed director Tetsuro Araki from "Attack on Titan".

Get an inside look at current and upcoming projects, hear behind-the-scenes stories from the creators, and take part in the signature Q&A session. Plus, special guests are planned to join the stage!

☑️ Panel Name: Production I.G x WIT STUDIO Industry Panel 2026
🗓️ Date: Day 3 - Saturday, July 4
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:20 PM
📍 Location: https://Crypto.com Arena

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

Please welcome Kazuki Endo to as an Industry Appearance! ✨📺 Joined TV Asahi in 2016. After serving as a producer for “...
13/06/2026

Please welcome Kazuki Endo to as an Industry Appearance! ✨

📺 Joined TV Asahi in 2016. After serving as a producer for “Doraemon”, he moved on to specialize in late-night anime. Major works as a planner and producer include “The Dangers in My Heart”, “SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary”, “Akane-banashi”, and “Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia”. He is known for his close, creative work with studios and his keen understanding of the anime industry. ⚔️

⭐ Appearance:
☑️ U.S. Premiere Name: The Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia with Science SARU
📆 Date: Day 2 - Friday, July 3
⏲️ Time: 2:45PM
📍 Location: JW Marriott Diamond Ballroom

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

13/06/2026

🔥🎶 Get ready to unleash the energy with SPYAIR live at J-POP SOUND CAPSULE during Anime Expo 2026! Turn up the volume and experience an electrifying performance that will have the entire crowd singing along. ⚡✨

Featuring:
⚡ ALI
🌹 Roselia
🔥 SPYAIR
🎹 Yoko Kanno
🎤 Yoko Takahashi

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://events.leapevents.com/event/ax26-jsc-scx26-t06
☑️ Event: J-POP SOUND CAPSULE
📆 Date: Day 1 – Thursday, July 2
⏲️ Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Crypto.com Arena

🔗 Register Now! https://events.leapevents.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App: https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2–5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

🚨 Reminder! This is your last chance to purchase your Anime Expo credential at the current price and have it shipped to ...
12/06/2026

🚨 Reminder! This is your last chance to purchase your Anime Expo credential at the current price and have it shipped to you before rates increase. ⏰ The deadline is June 15 at 11:59 PM PT. ‼️

4-DAY GA: $175 ➡️ $195
Thursday: $92 ➡️ $97
Friday: $92 ➡️ $97
Saturday: $102 ➡️ $107
Sunday: $87 ➡️ $92

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
🏩 Book a Room! https://book.passkey.com/gt/221020473?gtid=ccb74b014d78fdda04d88244afea7cac
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

🪚🔥 Experience the world of CHAINSAW MAN like never before! The hit dark hero action manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto has been b...
12/06/2026

🪚🔥 Experience the world of CHAINSAW MAN like never before! The hit dark hero action manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto has been brought to life on stage, and now you can get an exclusive look behind the production at Anime Expo 2026!

Join Nelke Planning for a special event featuring:
🎬 A screening of stage play highlights
🎥 Exclusive video message from the original cast and creative team.

Don’t miss this chance to hear from the talent behind the acclaimed stage adaptation and celebrate the world of CHAINSAW MAN! 🩸

☑️ Panel Name: “CHAINSAW MAN”THE STAGE Screening by Nelke Planning
🗓️ Date: Day 1 - Thursday, July 2
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
📍 Location: Petree Hall

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

12/06/2026

🔥 Anime Expo 2026 is almost here! From Japan Music Vocaloid, J-POP SOUND CAPSULE, SUKEBAN, Voice Actor appearances—there’s so much happening around every corner! The countdown is ON!

Grab your AX Credential and get ready for Anime Expo 2026! 🎟️✨

🔗 Register Now! https://www.showclix.com/event/ax26-gen-reg_scx26r01
📱 Download the AX Mobile App! https://www.anime-expo.org/mobile-app/

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

✨🧸🧶 Create an Anime Expo 2026 Plushumi plushie with The Plushie Workshop! Experience the magic of the patent pending plu...
12/06/2026

✨🧸🧶 Create an Anime Expo 2026 Plushumi plushie with The Plushie Workshop! Experience the magic of the patent pending plushie-making process! See the signature knitting devices in action, and you will get to stuff, hand-stitch, and complete your own plushie keepsake to take home the very same day. Beginner-friendly and perfect for all skill levels - available only at Anime Expo 2026.

🎌 Every Anime Expo workshop reservation includes an exclusive Anime Expo 2026 plushie hat accessory, available only through this special event. Additional accessories shown are available for purchase on-site while supplies last (bows, boba, flower, matcha, onigiri, icecream, glasses, etc.).

⭐ Session 1:
☑️ Workshop Name: Plushie Making Workshop Hosted by The Plushie Workshop
📆 Date: Day 1 - Thursday, July 2
⏲️ Multiple appointment times available from 3:15 PM – 7:15 PM
📍 Location: 406AB

⭐ Session 2:
☑️ Workshop Name: Plushie Making Workshop Hosted by The Plushie Workshop
📆 Date: Day 3 - Saturday, July 4
⏲️Multiple appointment times available from 2:15 PM – 6:15 PM
📍 Location: 406AB

🎟️Reserve today! http://www.theplushieworkshop.com/animeexpo2026

⚠️Space is extremely limited, and each workshop session has limited capacity. Advance reservations are required. A valid Anime Expo badge is required to attend. Workshop reservation does not include Anime Expo admission.

Anime Expo 2026 | July 2-5, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center, CA

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