This presentation discusses exhibiting Japanese popular culture in a museum setting. This includes material on museum shows in Europe and Japan, as well as some in-depth information on putting together Repro Japan: Technologies of Popular Culture, a major exhibition of Japanese popular culture.

Have you ever asked yourself if the Italian references in Jojo are correct? Well now it's time to find out with Kanako Hime! A J-pop singer and quite ordinary Italian citizen obsessed with Jojo's Bizzarre Adventure!

Manga can be an interesting teaching material for language and translation. In the conference, we will explore how the practice and analysis of fan translated manga can be used in university-level Japanese-English translation courses, citing examples from shōjo and seinen manga works.

What do BTS and Jurassic Park have in common? What did Parasite’s Oscar win really mean? Why has Korean popular culture gotten so big? In this talk, we discuss the recent rise of Korean popular culture in the USA, drawing on the historical and political background of Hallyu (the Korean Wave). By exploring Korean music, dramas, and cinema in the era of global streaming platforms, we highlight the factors that have contributed to their immense popularity.

The phrase magic is just science you don't understand yet can be applied to authors as well as game writers. Laura VanArendonk Baugh discusses how to use this idea to your advantage.

Join a geeky mental health professional to discuss why watching anime benefits our mental health. We will discuss ways we can level up on our own, create our domain expansion or Jojo Stan, fun ways to practice our breathing forms, and how in reality, we do not have enemies.

Join Marquiz Moore, Aleksander Varadian, and Adam Diggle as they discuss how you can create a recording studio without breaking the bank.

This panel will be about the impact games have had on Melissa Elena, a as a mentally ill person.

This session examines how different communities have defined and approached Japanese role-playing games (JRPGs) at different times. This historical backdrop is used to explore the extent to which genre is a useful tool in understanding Japanese games and culture.

Join Chris Okawa, Kevin Thelwell, and Brandon Acosta as they chat about niche games and anime

The general idea is to discuss VRChat and its specific practices regarding virtual identity from more general, Japanese, and Chinese perspectives.

How does an animation get made? Kate Hughes walks you through all the steps from conception to completion.

Wondering how to make a demo reel as a voice actor? Jef Leeson, Randy Greer, and Melissa Medina discuss all the steps of making one that will highlight your talent.

Join Joleen Blom as she discusses how games have founds ways to monetize your romantic feelings.

In this talk, we will examine classical depictions of oni, explore their historical origins, and trace their transformation into modern representations in Japanese media. This panel will help attendees develop a deeper appreciation for oni and their significance in Japanese culture.

How do you stay healthy and happy as a creator? Let's discuss with three awesome voice actors Jonna-Lynn Alonso, Davon Oliver, and Meggie Elise

Whether you're interested in becoming a voice actor or just starting your journey, Marquiz Moore, Chris McCullough, and Grant Corvin will cover the basics and more in this panel.

Shakyra Dunn, Charles Nguyen, and Eli Brennan bring a character to life with their voice. Bring your OC or a character you'd like to hear voiced. Audience participation encouraged.

As a voice actor it's important to do more than just audition. Networking is equally important but how do you network successfully? Chris McCullough, David Cui Cui, and Jazzy Frizzle help you navigate the challenges of networking.

This talk welcomes voice performer Ayano Fukumiya, who is also the Secretary of NAFCA (Nippon Anime & Film Culture Association), to discuss the idiosyncrasies of the Japanese industry, and how it differs from vocal work in the US, as well as the various potential career paths of performers. We will also look into recent post-pandemic developments, and the future of the profession in light of novel technological developments.

The proliferation of ghost towns in rural Japan has given rise to “haikyo exploration,” or visiting abandoned places as a form of amusement. In this talk, Kathryn Hemmann will trace the roots of dark tourism and discuss opportunities for virtual haikyo exploration through anime, manga, and video games.

Whether you're interested in becoming a voice actor or just starting your journey, Aleksander Varadian, Charles Nguyen, and Ellis Knight will cover the basics and more in this panel.

Join some of the world's leading experts in RPG therapy to discuss how character-design, gameplay, and storytelling can help those of us who struggle with mental health to tackle the issues that plague our daily lives. Tabletop Role-Playing Games turn therapy into adventures, self-care into quests, and really help us see life from a different perspective.

Voice Acting and Improv can help us navigate past events and strengthen our mental wellness! Join Boonie & Shawn to learn more about different types of expressive techniques in therapy AND some ways to apply them with the fandoms you already love.

Andres Perez and Davis Madole are back with an overview of some lesser known Tokusatsu shows.

All fandoms suffer from toxicity from time to time. Kyoko M., Megan Writes, and Shakyra Dunn explore where this comes from and how to cope and deal with it.