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Please welcome back Chef J’s Latin Dragon as our second food vendor!
Chef J brings his own take on Upscale Asian & Latin Fusion with a street food style twist Hitting the streets daily, Chef J's Latin Dragon is a premier Asian-Latin Fusion Food Truck that provides quick and delicious food on-the-go. Whether you’re in need of a delicious bite or just don’t have time to sit and eat, we got you covered. Definitely try their scallion pancake quesadillas and more!
"Hello Trailblazers, I am nobody’s shadow…"
Please welcome our next guest, Nicholas Leung. Nicholas Leung will participate in the joint voice actor panel and will be hosting paid autograph sessions. May this journey at Kogaracon 2024 lead us starward!
Nicholas Leung is an artist born and raised in New York City. He is best known for his role as Dan Heng in the Hoyoverse video game HONKAI STAR RAIL, as well as animes such as Bi in KINGDOM (SEASON 3). You can also hear him as the voice of Han Hee-seong in the Netflix live action film KILL BOKSOON. After growing up on a healthy diet of Guitar Hero, superhero films, and countless hours of Toonami, he’s thrilled to take that childhood love behind the mic and share his story with the world. He hopes to inspire others to do the same with their own.
Don't forget to check out Nicholas Leung on his socials and official website! nicklikescharsiu.com
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We’re happy to announce our 1st food vendor for the Asian Food Fest is Sam’s Fried Ice Cream. Please welcome them back!
Don't forget to give them your support and enjoy their delicious and creamy ice cream. In 2011, Sam’s Fried Ice Cream launched their first fried ice cream business at a local street fair in Manhattan. Since then, they’ve been drawing many tourists and local residents to their stand, turning curious looks to delightful faces after they've tried such a unique product!
Guest applications for Kogaracon 2024 are live. They will remain open until January 26, 2024 at 11:59PM EST.
We cannot wait to welcome amazing talent to our show this year. We're also looking for indie game developers! We hope to see you there and look forward to reading your application!
Cosplay Guests/Itasha Car Show applications will open at a later date. https://kogaracon.com/guest-applications/
Want to recommend a guest? We are accepting guest recommendation requests. Please fill out the Guest Recommendation Request Form.
Thanks, Kogaracon Team
Panel applications for Kogaracon 2024 are live!
Applications will close on February 15, 2024 at 11:59 EST. Anyone interested can apply on our website!
Please read through the rules and regulations listed in the application fully before submitting. All panels submitted have to be family-friendly.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Panels Coordinator via email at [email protected].
Thanks, Kogaracon Staff
With Kogaracon only 113 days away, we wanted to celebrate and thank the following businesses for letting us advertise our event at their storefronts.
Sweet Dynasty Ice Cream Shop (Edison), Little Japan USA in Edgewater, H Mart Edison, True Believers Gaming & Collectibles Menlo Park Mall, Noodles Plus Sushi & Ramen, and Kaito Bubble Tea!
We really appreciate your help. Don't forget to show these businesses your support the next time you're in Jersey!
Many Thanks, Kogaracon Staff
Who's that Pokémon? It's Pikachu! Please welcome our first special guest, Alyson Leigh Rosenfeld! Alyson will be taking part in a joint panel and will be participating in paid autograph signings throughout the convention.
Alyson Leigh Rosenfeld is a voice actor best known for her roles as Bonnie, Nurse Joy & Sophocles on Pokémon, Aina Ardebit in Promare; Strawberry Shortcake on Strawberry Shortcake; Polly Pocket on Polly Pocket; Olivia on Nella the Princess Knight; Rio Kastle, Queen, Grace & Gloria Tyler on Yu-Gi-Oh!; Siri on LastMan; LunaMaria Hawke in Gundam Seed Destiny; Kahori Harukawa in Psychic School Wars; Isaki in Lu Over the Wall; Sayaka Yumi in Mazinger Z: Infinity; Hansel in Secret Magic Control Agency; Joy LeFrog on Regal Academy; Musa in Winx Club; and Fraw Bow in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin.
She has provided voices for numerous cartoons, video games, toys and commercials. She can also be seen performing theatre in New York City (most recently in the critically acclaimed Once Upon A Mattress), and on-screen in her web series Crumbly Kitchen.
For more info, check out her website, follow her on Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok!
Guest applications are live! They will remain open until January 26, 2024 at 11:59PM EST.
We can't wait to welcome some amazing talent to our show this year. We're also looking for indie game developers! We hope to see you there and look forward to reading your application!
Cosplay Guests/Itasha Car Show applications will open at a later date. https://kogaracon.com/guest-applications/nj
Would you like to recommend a guest? We are currently accepting guest recommendation requests. Please fill out the Guest Recommendation Request form if you'd like to submit your request.
Thanks, Kogaracon Staff
Panel applications for Kogaracon 2024 are live!
Applications will close on February 15, 2024 at 11:59 EST. Anyone interested can apply on our website!
Please read through the rules and regulations listed in the application fully before submitting. All panels submitted have to be family-friendly.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Panels Coordinator via email at [email protected].
Thanks, Kogaracon Staff
Interested in getting a table as an Artist or a Vendor for our 10th year anniversary show? Here is some useful information for you!
Please note that we select standard artist tables based on a screened lottery and double artist tables via jury.
Use this time to prepare your portfolios for review! Your portfolio link must always be accessible until acceptances are sent out. Your portfolio must include a photo of your display, no digital mockups.
Artist Alley/Vendor Hall staff contact email: [email protected]
The application will be live from DECEMBER 15TH, 2023 12:00PM EST to DECEMBER 29TH, 2023 11:59PM EST.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED BEFORE OR AFTER THAT TIME FRAME.
Acceptances estimated to be sent out in January.
Each Artist/Studio must submit an individual application.
We do NOT allow table sharing for vendors/artists who do not submit an application during the application period. Table Sharing must be requested and approved prior to the con.
We are a family-friendly convention. Mature works are not permitted to be displayed or sold at the convention. If you have questions about whether your work is considered mature, please reach out to us via email.
Thanks, Kogaracon Artist Alley/Vendor Hall Staff
Hello Kogaracon Faithful,
2024 will be our 10th anniversary, it's crazy right? From being in college and dreaming of attending conventions, to staffing conventions and meeting tons of people in the industry to now running a show that brings joy to others just like it did for me many years ago. From having been told I couldn't put on a show, to having to cancel and transition to an online event because of the pandemic, to collaborating with other events and businesses, we have now reached the 10-year mark.
I want to take this time to thank everyone for being a part of our growth and hope you continue to support us to be the best convention we can be. Without your support, the show would not be where it is today, so the staff and I really do want to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I know there are a lot of expectations for our 2024 show, and we will meet those challenges head-on and bring you the best that Kogaracon has to offer for our 10th year.
Once again, thank you for making an idea I had to host Kogaracon in the parking lot of Middlesex College into a yearly convention where we can all come together and celebrate anime and community. See you May 4th, 2024! May the force always be with you. See you there, Space Cowboy! 🚀
Jaren Kogaracon Con-Chairman
T-Minus 4 days until GameFest 2023!
It's time to check out some of the artists/vendors that are coming. Support local businesses while relaxing and gaming with us. There will be food, board games, video games and mental health professionals on site. Feel free to cosplay and enjoy the vibe! All proceeds from admission will go to NAMI.
Save the date for GameFest 2023!
In partnership with EB Indie, NextGen Acting, and the National Alliance of Mental Illness, join us for a day of sitting back, relaxing, gaming, and breaking the stigma for a good cause! Help us raise money for the National Alliance of Mental Illness through video games with friends. There will be food, vendors, boardgames, and video games provided by Uptown Gaming.
Throughout the event, we will also have mental health professionals on site to hold open discussions about the relationship, safety and benefits of video games. Suggested minimum donation is $5/person for admission. All proceeds from admission will go to NAMI (National Alliance of Mental Illness).
Please welcome back Ms. Fu's Yummy Food Truck as another addition to our Asian Food Festival.
This great Asian Fusion food truck is serving both classic and unique new creations of mixed culture dishes, incorporating Japanese, Korean, Thai, Chinese, and American Food! Ms. Fu shares her joy and love of food with everyone at many events: fairs, farmer's markets, horse shows, and private parties in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
If you're hungry for some amazing new takes on Asian cuisine, stop by Ms. Fu's! You're in for a treat.
We would like to thank Miniature Market for their support with Kogaracon 2023!
You can check out their official website at https://www.miniaturemarket.com/
At Miniature Market, we carry something for nearly every aspect of gaming: board games, table top games, Magic: the Gathering, collectible miniatures, role-playing games and a wide variety of products from all the major gaming vendors. We pride ourselves on our outstanding customer service, which is the core of our business. Our top priority is to keep our customers in mind with everything we do from designing an easy to navigate website, to providing product alerts, customer holds, and even great product support. Our friendly staff is ready to answer your emails or phone calls five days a week (Monday through Friday). If you have a question about an order, can’t find something on our site or just need advice on what to purchase – our staff would love to hear from you!
Calling all prospective volunteers!
Interested in making Kogaracon 2023 a success? Do you want to gain volunteer experience for a convention? Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes and want to get involved in a convention?
Apply now to be a volunteer. Volunteer applications are open until March 20th, 2023 at 11:59PM EST.
Applications: https://kogaracon.com/volunteer-applications/
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
With Kogaracon 2023 being almost 2 months away, we wanted to celebrate and thank the following businesses for letting us advertise our event at their storefronts!
EB Chinese, GongCha Edison, Kulu Desserts, Tiger Sugar in HMart, Hummus Republic New Brunswick, Boom Boom Chicken, Illustrious Cards and Games, Sunmerry Bakery, and East Hana.
We really appreciate your help. Please help support these businesses when you can!
Thanks, Kogaracon Staff