KumoriCon! September 2, 2006

Kumoricon is a three day convention celebrating Japanese animation (Anime!) and it's surrounding culture. Anime lovers come from near and far to participate in events, contests, discussions, and viewings with an anime theme.

This is the fourth year for Kumoricon, and we are going strong. Our attendance topped 1700 people each of the last two years, and this year we expect even more.

Some of the most popular events include

Gaming ? Include popular Pc, video games,DDR (Dance Dance Revolution), CCG (collectable card games), and RPGs. There are two gaming rooms: one exclusively for the popular Pc, video games, and DDR and the other for card tournaments and RPGs!

Cosplay (costumed play acting) ? An event is which people act out a skit while dressed as their favorite character. Most attendees at the convention wear elaborate costumes even if they are not participating in this event.

Fan Fiction ? Fans of anime can let their creativity fly while writing stories and drawing pictures of their favorite characters.

Panels ? Costume design, cat ear creation, authentic Japanese tea ceremonies, bonsai care, lessons in art and writing and many other diverse topics are represented in the many panels held throughout the convention

Karaoke ? almost exclusively sung in Japanese.

And of course the Kumoricon Dance!

Vendors Room and Artist?s Alley ? Big time vendors and local craftspeople contribute to the array of items up for sale at the convention

Charity Auction ? In its second year for Kumoricon. Last year we raised more than $1600.00 for p:ear a local Portland outreach program for youth.

This year will be marked by the growth of our fan base and staff, the creation of our gorgeous new website, and our outreach to other anime groups and the public at large. This promises to be a banner year for Kumoricon. So whether you are attendee, press, vendor, donor, volunteer or staff we look forward to seeing you there!

Official Website: http://www.kumoricon.com