Anime Pilgrimage · Chubu & Hokuriku

World Cosplay Summit

🏅 Selected for the 2026 edition of “Japanese Anime Tourism 88-Spots” (Anime Tourism Association)

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About

About

One of the world's largest cosplay events, held every year in Nagoya, Aichi. Cosplayers from countries and regions around the world compete on the quality of their costumes and performances, and the event is selected for the 88 Anime Spots.

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Places

Places to visit

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    Nagoya (host city)

    📍 Nagoya, Aichi

    Nagoya is the host city of the World Cosplay Summit. Venues and program details are announced each year on the official website.

    ⚠️ When photographing cosplayers, always ask them first and get their permission.

Etiquette

Pilgrimage etiquette

  • ✓Always get a cosplayer's permission before taking photos, and check with them before posting the photos on social media.
  • ✓Follow the event's rules, such as changing only in the designated changing rooms and not traveling outside the venue in costume.
Tips

Tips

  • •Check the official website for the event period, venues and how to take part.
  • •Hotels in Nagoya tend to fill up during the event, so book early to be safe.
Plan your trip

Plan your trip

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Places to Stay near Nagoya (host city)PR

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Sources

Checked: 2026-10-14