Anime Expo

Anime Expo 2023 Opens at the Los Angeles Convention Center Today Until July 4

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Saturday, July 1, 2023
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Anime Expo 2023 (AX 2023), has opened today and will run until July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, bringing together global fans and industry professionals for the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America.

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  • Anime Expo 2023 (AX 2023), has opened today and will run until July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, bringing together global fans and industry professionals for the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America.
  • ft Exhibit Hall and 1,000+ hours of programming, and will welcome attendees from more than 60 countries upon the city of Los Angeles.
  • Fans can come to the Bushiroad, FigPin, Grand Archive, Hot Topic, SEGA and official Anime Expo merchandise booths to purchase special, Anime Expo-exclusive collectible items from their favorite anime series.
  • For more details on Anime Expo 2023, please visit the official AX website , and follow the official social channels for regular updates via Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook .

XPPen to Unveil Artist Pro 14 (Gen2) Drawing Display at Anime Expo 2023

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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Shenzhen, China, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The professional drawing tablet brand XPPen is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Anime Expo 2023.

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  • Shenzhen, China, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The professional drawing tablet brand XPPen is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Anime Expo 2023.
  • Attendees stopping by the XPPen booth can expect to see industry-disrupting products like the newly launched Artist Pro 14 (Gen 2) and the X3 Pro with 16K pressure levels technology in their offline debut.
  • "XPPen’s remarkable achievements will be on full display for a variety of target audiences at the Anime Expo," XPPen Senior Director Sara says.
  • The exhibition marks the launch of XPPen’s Artist Pro 14 (Gen 2), a revolutionary digital display that offers groundbreaking features for artists of all levels.

HYTE in Collaboration With hololive English Unveils the New Limited-Edition Mori Calliope Y40 Bundle

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HYTE, the PC components, peripherals, and lifestyle brand of iBUYPOWER, today, unveiled the new limited-edition Mori Calliope Y40 case and accessory bundle, in collaboration with hololive English, represented by the VTuber agency COVER Corporation.

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  • HYTE's third case collaboration with hololive English and illustrator Rosuuri, depicts the famous VTuber, Mori Calliope, along with her mascot Death Sensei and scythe, Ricky, on the front and side panels of its Black Y40 PC case.
  • Continuing with the design theme of HYTE's previous limited-edition hololive English cases, the back ventilation panel of the Mori Calliope Y40 will feature a chibi illustration of Mori with her catchphrase "GUH."
  • The Mori Calliope Y40 Bundle will be available for pre-order in Japan from July 7th to August 15, 2023, and globally, starting in August, from select HYTE retailers.
  • To learn more about the Mori Calliope Y40 Bundle, please visit: https://hyte.co/calliope-pr
    To learn more about the RDY Mori Calliope system, please visit: https://ibp.gg/mori-rdy-pr
    To watch the official Mori Calliope Y40 launch video, please visit: https://youtu.be/5FIqXoa_sL4

Sony Electronics Announces Mobile Motion Capture System "mocopi™" in the U.S. market

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") announced the launch of mobile motion capture system "mocopi" (QM-SS1) in the U.S. market. "mocopi," with its six small and lightweight sensors and a dedicated smartphone app available for iOS and Android,1 enables full-body motion tracking using Sony's proprietary technologies. Creators can capture their motion data or video of their avatars in motion with the mobile app or send motion data to compatible third-party software in real time, providing users with a new way to interact within virtual reality (VR).2

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  • SAN DIEGO, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") announced the launch of mobile motion capture system "mocopi" (QM-SS1) in the U.S. market.
  • Creators can capture their motion data or video of their avatars in motion with the mobile app or send motion data to compatible third-party software in real time, providing users with a new way to interact within virtual reality (VR).2
    Traditional full-body motion capture systems often require dedicated studios and trained operators.
  • VShojo aims to revolutionize the digital entertainment space through innovative use of virtual reality and cutting-edge technology like mobile motion capture system "mocopi™" by Sony.
  • "SONY" "Sony" and "mocopi" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates.

Popular Otome Game Obey Me! & US’s Top-Class Online Manga Store MangaPlaza to Exhibit at Anime Expo 2023

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Nightbringer -- the latest installment in the popular Obey Me!

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  • Nightbringer -- the latest installment in the popular Obey Me!
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230611277430/en/
    Popular Otome Game Obey Me!
  • & Top-Class Online Manga Store MangaPlaza Exhibiting at Anime Expo 2023 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Event period: July 1 to July 4, 2023
    At the Obey Me!
  • Nightbringer booth, there will be original merchandise on display, as well as a special photo spot.

The Beginning After the End creator TurtleMe partners with Tapas and Yen Press for face reveal at 2022 Anime NYC

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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Tapas is also hosting a sweepstakes in partnership with Anime NYC on social media, giving away Anime NYC weekend passes to one lucky fan!

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  • Tapas is also hosting a sweepstakes in partnership with Anime NYC on social media, giving away Anime NYC weekend passes to one lucky fan!
  • "We are elated that TurtleMe will reveal his face for the first time at Anime NYC," said Anime NYC show director Peter Tatara.
  • Tapas Media, Yen Press, and Anime NYC will be releasing a full-access media kit following Anime NYC on Sunday November, 20th.
  • TurtleMe is the creator of The Beginning After the End, the #1 hit webcomic and web novel series from Tapas.

McDonald's "Levels Up" Popular Gaming Collective OfflineTV as First Food and Beverage Sponsor

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
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CHICAGO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OfflineTV and McDonald's USA have joined forces to connect fans with their favorite gamers – both online and IRL – through a partnership that will come to life through sponsored streams, integrated content and in-person events. Marking OfflineTV's first major sponsorship deal, the collaboration will elevate the ways the viral gaming group engages their global fan base, and see the Golden Arches spotlight a diverse group of content creators and brand fans furthering the brand's commitment to diversity, especially in the gaming space. The partnership kicked off last weekend at Anime Expo, the largest anime convention in North America, where fans were up close and personal with their favorite OfflineTV members at an interactive booth featuring photo opps and limited-edition merch.

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  • "As someone who grew up with late night drive-thru runs, it's an honor to team up with McDonald's to bring great experiences to our fans," said OfflineTV founder, Scarra.
  • Their content ranges from fun challenges that follow Gen Z trends to introspective moments that allow for each member to shine.
  • Last December, OfflineTV and McDonald's first came together to launch the group's first-ever pop-up store to sell merch and meet fans.
  • McDonald's continues to make its presence known in the gaming industry, with OfflineTV being the brand's second major gaming partnership in the past year.

Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America is Bringing Studio Ghibli brands and Nanoblock Activations to Anime Expo 2022!

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America is bringing guests an exciting assortment of contests, creative workshops, incredible photo ops, and a variety of promotions at the entertainment hall, featuring officially licensed Studio Ghibli brands and Nanoblock!

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  • Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America is bringing guests an exciting assortment of contests, creative workshops, incredible photo ops, and a variety of promotions at the entertainment hall, featuring officially licensed Studio Ghibli brands and Nanoblock!
  • Life-sized World of Ghibli: Step into the world of Studio Ghibli in this immersive life-sized recreation of iconic movie scenes.
  • About Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc.
    Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. is a leader in developing engaging, quality toys that capture children's and collector's imaginative spirit and provide endless "Fun For All into the Future".
  • BNTCA is proud to be the official distributor in the US for Storm Collectibles, Flame Toys, nanoblock, and official Studio Ghibli merchandise.

pixiv to Unveil an Evangelion Collaboration Booth at Anime Expo 2022, North America's Largest Anime and Manga Event

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Friday, June 17, 2022
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Only those who purchase a copy of the art book "Evangelion x pixiv Fanart Collection", available at the pixiv x Evangelion collaboration booth, will receive a ticket to enter the autograph signing session of their choice.

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  • Only those who purchase a copy of the art book "Evangelion x pixiv Fanart Collection", available at the pixiv x Evangelion collaboration booth, will receive a ticket to enter the autograph signing session of their choice.
  • Art books will be made available for purchase at animate USA booth #4506 on Friday, July 1, at 10am.
  • Recipients of the Autograph Session Entry Ticket are advised to come to the Anime Expo "Evangelion x pixiv" booth at the time indicated on your ticket.
  • On March 8, 2021, the latest film "Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time", the final installment of the Evangelion series, was released.

ICONIC EVENTS AND UFC PARTNER TO BRING UFC's MONTHLY MARQUEE PAY-PER-VIEW EVENTS TO THE BIG SCREEN

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iconic Events Releasing, the fastest-growing name in event cinema, announced today that it is continuing its ongoing relationship with UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts promotion, to bring every monthly marquee UFC Pay-Per-View in 2022 to the big screen. The events will be presented live in Iconic Events' affiliate movie theatres nationwide.

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  • The events will be presented live in Iconic Events' affiliate movie theatres nationwide.
  • Already this year, Iconic has delivered several high-profile UFC Pay-Per-Views to movie theatres, including UFC 270: NGANNOU VS GANE; UFC 271: ADESANYA VS WHITTAKER 2; AND UFC 272: COVINGTON VS MASVIDAL.
  • "UFC is the ultimate theatrical sporting event there's simply nothing like experiencing these highly entertaining, competitive, and captivating fights on the big screen," said Steve Bunnell, Iconic Events' CEO.
  • For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC , Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok: @UFC.