“The Music of Studio Ghibli – Original Singers Symphony” A Grand Celebration of Studio Ghibli with Original Vocals and the Tokyo Asia Orchestra Jakarta, Monday, June 9, 2025 – On Sunday night [June 8], the main stage of Anime Festival Asia Indonesia (AFAID25) at the Jakarta Convention Center resonated with the beauty of classical music from Studio Ghibli’s legendary films in a stunning performance titled “The Music of Studio Ghibli – Original Singers Symphony.” This special concert captivated thousands of Studio Ghibli fans of all ages. The event was organized by SOZO in collaboration with PK Entertainment. Yoshikazu Mera opened the concert with an orchestral arrangement from Princess Mononoke . Since beginning his career in the 1990s, Mera has been known for his classical vocal interpretations, and in this performance, he delivered Ghibli themes with exceptional vocal technique. Sumi Shimamoto then took the stage, performing music from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind , My Neig...

    Press Release AFAID25 Presents “MEIZU x SHADOW WARRIOR” A Japanese Haunted House Experience At Hall A, Jakarta Convention Center — June 6–8, 2025 Step into a terrifying blend of Japanese horror gaming and real-life haunted house thrills — only at AFAID25 for a limited time! AFAID25 Exclusive Preview: Meizu × Shadow Corridor Debuts in Indonesia Jakarta – Saturday, June 7, 2025 – Anime Festival Asia Indonesia 2025 (#AFAID25) turns up the excitement with a chilling new attraction: “MEIZU x SHADOW WARRIOR.” This free haunted house experience, open to all AFAID25 ticket holders, will run from June 6 to 8 at Hall A, Jakarta Convention Center. The attraction is a unique hybrid of a Japanese haunted house and maze-like escape room, inspired by the acclaimed horror game Shadow Corridor . For the first time in Indonesia, visitors can immerse themselves in one of Japan’s most gripping horror experiences. What is OBAKEN? OBAKEN is a horror entertainment group based in Honancho...

Attention, Southie Cosplay and Gaming Campers! Prepare to embark on a brand-new, shining adventure! Make sure to don your magical outfits and pack your spellbinding gear, as Cosplay Camp is ready to ignite the campfire for its southern debut this weekend, June 7–8, 2025, at the 3rd Floor, East Wing of Festival Mall Alabang! Casting its first spark on the grounds of Cash and Carry Mall last year, the event returns to bring a warm, camping vibe with a little touch of magic—a perfect recipe for a weekend getaway! Filled with a variety of attractions and fun booths to explore, every camper that is looking for something fun to do is welcome at the event for FREE! Cosplayers can serve with their best looks and join the Cosplay Parade on both days and become the campsite’s star in the Cosplay Crosswalk to win a special prize for the best 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫prepared by Hobby Kaikan! Flex your best bird’s-eye view captured in 𝑺𝒏𝒂𝒑𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒕 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 to win a M...

   The Largest Anime, Comic, and Game (ACG) Event in Southeast Asia, Anime Festival Asia Indonesia 2025 (AFAID25), Officially Opens Today (Day 1) Jakarta — Friday, June 6, 2025 — Anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture fans, get ready! The ninth edition of Anime Festival Asia Indonesia (AFAID25), the biggest ACG event in Southeast Asia, officially kicked off today at Jakarta Convention Center Hall A and will run through Sunday, June 8, 2025. After more than a decade as a regional pop culture phenomenon, AFAID returns to deliver an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Since its inception in 2008, Anime Festival Asia (AFA) has hosted over 30 events in six different cities, featuring more than 520 performers and drawing over 2.3 million enthusiastic visitors. This year, AFAID25 transforms the JCC into the beating heart of Japanese culture in Indonesia with a diverse lineup including cosplay, comic exhibitions, e-sports tournaments, and live anisong concerts directly ...

  Just this May 30-31, Okada was graced by some of the most shining stars on the internet and in the realm of music in recent years, thanks to the &Friends Music and Pop Culture Festival! The 2-day event was a vibrant venue for unstoppable fun. Booths carrying fan merch for favorite games and anime titles lined up the lobby, displaying great work by independent artists for sale. Brand collaborators have also set up their booths with tons of freebies up for grabs. Of course, our online creator friends and influencers also have their respective spaces in the event. It was a spectacular and seamless journey through a fusion of art, music, internet and pop culture, and tech. &Friends was aptly laid out in Okada’s Crystal Corridor, making for a more relaxing experience than traditional pop culture conventions. The combination of pop culture cosplay and festival garb added to the distinct atmosphere of this event. There was music everywhere. There was always something to watch ou...

For RITHE, cosplay is more than performance—it's a fusion of art, identity, and community. Known for their masterful designs and transformative characters, RITHE has built a reputation not only for stunning visuals but for authenticity and heart. In this exclusive interview, we dive into the intricacies of costume crafting, the highs and chaos of convention life, and the deeper personal journey that cosplay has shaped. From foam builds to self-expression, RITHE shares what it truly means to embody your passion—one stitch, one con, and one character at a time. (RITHE at FANFES'25 Stage) In your 11 years of cosplaying, what kept you going during the most difficult part of your cosplay career? Rithe:  I honestly wouldnt say there was a hard time in my cosplay career itself, its the family thats against this hobby turned career… so its the pure love for cosplay that kept me going, i guess? How do you believe you can connect or inspire others with this craft which is Cosplaying? Rit...

May 17-18, 2025, MAKATI - CosplayPH gives the Metro Manila otaku scene an incredibly chill time in the summer heat. FanFes is where creators and cosplayers are given the avenue to connect and even bond in a comfortable setting. The 2-day event has enticed a big chunk of con-going regulars. Cosplayers ranged from game characters to comic favorites. The main highlight of the event was its “Summer Spectacular” theme, cascading this to the “Sun and Sea Cosplay Contest.” Invited to join Special guest was cosplayer Rithe from Singapore. Aside from the Activities included a stamp rally - doing various simple activities for a stamp. Collecting all six stamps from various participating booths (Brother, PUBG, Mobile Legends, among others) will win you a prize! Attendees have also been marveled by guest segments with Rithe, performances by Ziuu and Cinque, along with the usual program staples of Cosplay Auction, AniSong Unleashed, and FacePalm the Music. (ZIUU on Stage) (Special Cosplay Guest; RI...