HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kawaii Kon 2025 is coming to Honolulu in March, and it’s packed with exciting events for anime fans, cosplayers and pop culture enthusiasts.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the scene, this convention at the Hawai‘i Convention Center will be the setting that offers something for everyone.
Here’s a list of top 10 things to check out!
1. Exclusive guest appearances
Meet your favorite voice actors, including stars from popular anime like One Piece, Spy x Family, My Hero Academia and Baldur’s Gate 3. Some guests include:
- Baldur’s Gate 3 voice actors: Neil Newbon, Jennifer English and others.
- One Piece voice actors: Colleen Clinkenbeard, Luci Christian and Sonny Strait.
- Spy x Family voice actors: Alex Organ and Natalie VanSistine.
- My Hero Academia voice actors: Clifford Chapin, David Matranga and Justin Briner.
2. Meet special guests
Enjoy panels from industry legends, like Hirokatsu Kihara, who worked on My Neighbor Totoro and Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Daisuke Ban, famous for Android Kikaider.
3. Enjoy music and performances
Enjoy musical concert performances by musicians who will bring exciting energy to the event.
- TOKYO DEN-NOU.
- ASH DA HERO.
- Miura Ayme.
- TAKERU.
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- HELLO GLOOM;
4. Cosplay Extravaganza fun
Show off your best costume and compete in the thrilling cosplay contests. There will also be a Cosplay Guest, Sparkle Stache, who will offer expert tips.
5. Explore the Artist Alley and the Dealer’s Room
Find unique anime artwork, collectibles and plenty of anime merchandise. This gives you the opportunity to support independent artists and grab some cool new items to take home.
6. Play games galore
Join in the fun with video game tournaments or explore free-play areas where you can enjoy tabletop games and video games with fellow fans. There are both casual and competitive experiences available.
7. Read manga
Relax in the Manga Library and enjoy reading thousands of manga titles. It’s the perfect way to unwind and dive into your favorite stories.
8. Experience cultural events
Participate in interactive cultural activities. Learn about Japanese traditions, art and history through fun and engaging workshops.
9. Check out fashion and more
Don’t miss fashion guests like Gloomy Bear and Hyper Core, who will showcase trendy anime-inspired styles.
10. All ages are welcome
Kawaii Kon 2025 will be held from March 14-16 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Honolulu. It’s a great way to kick off spring break. This is an all-ages experience.
Kawaii Kon 2025 promises to be a memorable experience for fans of all ages. From exclusive guest appearances to cosplay contests, games and live performances, this convention is packed with everything an anime fan could want.
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Be sure to register now and get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of anime and pop culture in Hawaiʻi.
Kawaii Kon was founded in 2005 and is Hawaiʻi’s largest anime convention that’s dedicated to celebrating Japanese animation, culture and fandom. The convention is hosted each year at the Hawai‘i Convention Center where it features panels, guests, cosplay, gaming and more for fans of all ages.