Kanpai!Con is an entertainment event that takes place in Omaha, United States. Kanpai!Con is a convention that celebrates Japanese pop culture, including anime, manga, cosplay, video games, and much more.
Attendees can anticipate an electrifying cosplay competition, providing a platform for showcasing their remarkable costumes and vying for coveted prizes. The convention also boasts an expansive dealers’ room, brimming with a diverse selection of anime and manga merchandise, ranging from posters and t-shirts to rare collectibles and figurines.
Beyond the cosplay contest and dealers’ room, Kanpai!Con offers a plethora of other engaging events and activities. Attendees can partake in interactive workshops and panels, delving into various aspects of the anime industry, Japanese culture, and related subjects. Moreover, they can relish in concerts and performances by talented musicians, voice actors, and special guests.
Last year’s convention, held during Easter weekend, drew over 1,000 anime enthusiasts who indulged in a weekend of cosplay festivities.
Kanpai!Con consistently hosts an array of guests, including renowned voice actors, musicians, artists, and other luminaries from the anime industry. These guests often participate in panels, workshops, and other interactive events, providing attendees with opportunities to engage with them and gain insights into their craft. Past guests at Kanpai!Con have featured Jay Hickman, Quinton Flynn, Kiba Walker, among others.