Wonder what's going on with those specific chants during idol concerts? Join ashes and Scrub in a deep dive into the culture!

Taking a simple design and giving it dimension can be a fun way to make a costume your own. From fabrics with exciting textures to well-placed beading and embroidery there are so many different ways to bring your vision to life. We will discuss examples of work, how to do research, methods of finding materials to work with, and roundtable workshop on a few design examples.

No! Don't turn me into a marketable plushie! Come learn how you can turn your fave into a plushie!

Join Japanese-Australian voice actor Shu Uchida on the Castle Point Anime Convention Main Stage, as she answers questions submitted by fans for her first American convention appearance!

Would you rather be able to phase through anything or fly? Luckily, we have the perfect heroes Lemillion (Ricco Fajardo) and Hawks (Zeno Robinson) to answer that question (and anything else about My Hero Academia)!

Did you grow up watching DBZ or Sailor Moon on Toonami? Would you stay up late or run home from school to catch the next episode?

From dazzling arenas to intimate liveshouse, explore how Japanese idols are made and the fan worlds around them

Do you love Love Live and Project Sekai? Want to try out your loudest calls and mixes? How about showing your support for original idols- both seasoned and new? Then MEあDOWLあNDS Idol Showcase is the place for you! In conjunction with Tri-State Idol Union, hosts ADEN and ashes welcome you to see some of the best variety of idol acts Castle Point Anime Convention has to offer at its official idol showcase!

Don't Be Late.

A trivia game inspired by Jeopardy where players select anime-themed categories and answer clues in question form. Topics include characters, series, openings, and battles. Hosted by the Anime Club @ NJIT

Did you know that without anime and manga, we may have lost yokai forever? It's true! Learn how one of the fathers of anime saved them!

Ranging from dynamic angles and poses to fight choreography, we will go over how to improve and add that flair you want for action shots.

Whether it's your first convention or your 100th, I'm sure you have a story to tell! Come and chat with us! Like, who pulled the fire alarm?!

Wondering where SBR 2 is? So are we. Anyways, hear from the voice of Jolyne Cujoh (Kira Buckland) about working on the show and all its cool details!

Want to make your own idol costume? Or do you have a pre-made costume that you want customize and make your own? Barri★ is an idol costume making expert and here to help!! She will walk you through the steps of creating your own unique costumes. From coming up with your initial design, to picking materials, to best sewing practices as well as covering how to take existing pieces and make them into something special that shines on stage!

Sit down with a prosecutor to review legal concepts depicted in Ace Attorney. You’ll find out what’s accurate, what's not, and what’s just for fun!

What would happen if Sailor Moon and Mario went to the mall? Or if a group of friends got lost on their way to the convention? Let’s find out! In this panel improv games will be taught and played, but with a twist of all things pop culture. The best part of all though is that anything goes! So come and be a part of some hilarious and ridiculous scenes of your own creation! The only rule is to just say YES!

Test out your Love Live knowledge in this Jeopardy style panel! Prove yourself as the top Love Live fan to win the grand prize!

Do you want to participate in masquerades, but don't know where to start? Then join us as we take you through everything you need to know about making your own skit from scratch.

Get ready to groove, bust some moves, and feel the beat with a Just Dance session hosted by RoyalBuckss! All dance levels are welcome! Consult with your doctor before engaging in physical activity. This panel contains flashing lights that may trigger seizures for individuals with photosensitive epilepsy.

Enter MILGRAM, where each character's a killer and every song hides the truth.Unravel crimes and cast your vote—will you condemn, or will you forgive?

The love interest holds out his hand to you, proclaiming his love! What will you do? The route the story takes is up to you!

Join Yuina for her first solo live in the United States on the Castle Point Anime Convention Main Stage!

AniParty brings the high-energy world of Tokyo’s anikura (anime club) scene to North America. Featuring a dynamic mix of anime songs, video game tracks, J-Pop, idol music, and fan-favorite hits like Vocaloid and Touhou, as a DJ collective the team recreates the authentic A-POP nightclub experience. Join us for a night of music, fandom, and nonstop vibes inspired by Japan’s thriving Anisong culture.

A defining show of the Magical Girl genre is PreCure! Join duo Blossom Violet as they takes a deep dive of this beloved Magical Girl series!

Ever wanted to know how to style wigs? Or want to know how professionals start their wigs? Come by and learn the basics on how to style wigs!

Join the amazing voice acting and musical star all the way from Japan, Yuina, for a CPあC exclusive Q&A!

Why are we still here? Just to suffer? Learn to sit through (or host) a panel. Relive awful panels and dumb questions, from roleplay to war crimes.

Join Pokemon Professor Brittany in creating your very own pokemon pixel work of art.

Two decades of the Yakuza: Like a Dragon series and countless tattoos later, let's dive into what they all mean!

It's Time to Press Your Luck. 3 contestants are after big bucks but they will have to advoid the whammy as they play the most exciting game at CPAC.

Join Otaku Nate as he explains the history of Symphogear, how it became a phenomenon in Japan, and ultimately, why you should "Watch Symphogear!"

Are you new to conventions (cons)? Do you want to gain more con skills? We’ll discuss how to plan, including managing your money, time, & health.

Hip-hop meets anime. Games meet the stage. Known for his work on the Persona series, and his soundtrack contributions to JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure and The Irregular at Magic High School, Lotus Juice delivers a high-energy live show built on sharp lyricism, dynamic flow, and undeniable presence.

Being a voice actor seems awesome, but where do you begin? Luckily, voice actors Kira Buckland, Zeno Robinson, and Ricco Fajardo, who worked on some of your favorite video games and shows (such as My Hero Academia, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, and Zenless Zone Zero), will help you get started on your voice acting journey!

Come and test your K-pop knowledge in our K-pop Jeopardy game show! Participants will be able to compete for the chance to win a prize.

Here’s how you can style a store bought cosplay to be as unique as if you made it yourself through embellishment, alteration and “Frankenstein-ing.”

Guess the series from our wide assortment of screenshots depicting various uniforms, and win your team some prizes along the way! (All are welcome!)

Would you eat Senshi's cooking if given the chance, or would the ingredient list drive you away?Come and defend your choice in this DunMeshi panel!

This panel will discuss changes in accessible gaming over the past year with audience participation encouraged!

Are you a fan of the clothing in JJBA? Are you Meg The Stallion’s BIGGEST fan? See how anime and the fashion industry come to life with this panel!

Join Japanese-Australian voice actor Shu Uchida at the Castle Point Anime Convention Main Stage as she answers more questions submitted by fans!

In this voice acting competition players are selected from the audience to perform a video game/anime character's voice. Winners are audience decided!

Celebrate a decade of Yuri!!! on Ice: queer love, skating, music, and fandom that continues to inspire and connect fans worldwide.

Ever wondered how anime feats hold up to real science? From Tanjiro’s lungs to Titan biology, we break down the science behind epic anime moments!

What is a Nintendo series that has more main games than Final Fantasy and has been around almost as long? Fire Emblem! Join us as we cover it all!

Do you know a lot of anime songs? Come prove your knowledge and your speed in this Fastest Fingers First Name that Anime Tune game!