Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair Sept. 19

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Kyoto is often imagined as the seat of tradition, culture, and Japanese history—and while all of that is true, it’s also a fun-loving and modern place to visit. No time is this truer than during the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair!

Visit the ancient capital of Kyoto during mid-to-late September to experience this two-day show celebrating everything anime and manga. Held at Miyako Messe/ROHM Theatre Kyoto (9am–5pm) and Kyoto International Manga Museum (10 a.m..–7 p.m.), KYOMAF is also a show, market, and festival and one of the largest events in Kansai.

Be prepared to see amazing skills in the form of cosplayers, a character café, job fair, and even the Kyoto International Manga Awards. There is a free stage as well as the main stage that requires an additional reservation. Take part in the various anime-and-manga related workshops while trying to spot your favorite characters. It’s good wholesome fun that the whole family can enjoy.

• Venue: Miyako Messe, ROHM Theatre Kyoto & Kyoto International Manga Museum

• Miyako Messe convention center is near Higashiyama Station on the Tozai Line.

• Advance tickets cost ¥1,800, with free admission for elementart school students or younger. Same-day tickets are 2,300 yen.

• If you wish to attend the KYOMAF Stage (advance lottery system), and MiyakoMesse Stage (front seats by advance lottery), an advance ticket with stage viewing lottery application is recommended.

• For advance purchases, a common ticket option for 2,700 yen also includes admission to Kyoto International Manga Museum.

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