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Traditionally one of the community’s most anticipated first major event of the year, Otaku Expo Anime & Manga Drawing Special is back with incredible activities that attendees can join, from various games to art workshops given by impressive guest artists, to two very impressive international guest cosplayers to delight cosplay fans, all coming to you on January 27-28, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center.
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Otaku Expo Anime & Manga Drawing Special has traditionally been one of the first major community events of the year which has opened each new year for the many fandoms from far and wide. This event highlights the creativity of the art community with activities that display artistic skills such as tutorials and onstage demonstrations as well as featured games and attractions that attendees can enjoy and learn from throughout the weekend.
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Otaku Expo Anime & Manga Drawing Special of course had its staple attractions like the Anime & Jmusic Singing Contest where contestants will amaze both audience and judges alike as they sing songs from anime that move and delight the crowd. They’ve also included a JMusic category where contestants can opt to sing solo or with a partner.
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Coming to the country are two very impressive international cosplayers, Hakao and Le Josette, and they will be joining the festivities and meeting their Filipino fans all weekend long.
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Otaku Expo Anime & Manga Drawing Special 2024 happens is this coming January 27-28, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center. Tickets are available onsite and online:
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arkadymac.com is proud to have been the media partner for Otaku Expo events since 2013, so we hope to see you there as we have a special coverage of the event.
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