One of the World's Largest Cosplay Festivals8.1(FRI) ▶ 8.3(SUN) NAGOYA JAPAN
8.1(FRI) ▶ 8.3(SUN) NAGOYA JAPAN
One of the World's Largest Cosplay Festivals8.1(FRI) ▶ 8.3(SUN) NAGOYA JAPAN
8.1(FRI) ▶ 8.3(SUN) NAGOYA JAPAN
Known as "WCS," this grand event is scheduled for August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd!
Cosplayers and pop culture fans of anime, manga, and games from around the world will gather in Japan.
From the World Cosplay Championship, where the world's best cosplayers compete, to exhibition booths, live stages, cosplay runways, and performances, this event is packed with cosplay-centered entertainment.
Come and join the fun!
The slogan is "COSPLAY EVERYWHERE!!"
Join the grand opening ceremony and red carpet event featuring top pop culture guests! Admission is free! Be part of the most special night in the world and don’t miss out!
Want to walk in a cosplay parade? The birthplace of WCS, Osu Shopping District, will be filled with cosplayers and international representatives. A must-see event!
The grand finale of cosplay competitions! Winners of regional qualifiers from around the world will compete in Japan for the title of World No.1 Cosplayer. Witness the ultimate battle unfold!
Enjoy a variety of performances, cosplay runway shows, live performances by special guests, and engaging talk shows.
Check out corporate booths and special cosplay photo spots! Capture stunning cosplay shots at the event-exclusive giant photo panels.
Explore Nagoya's famous spots like Oasis 21, Hisaya Odori Park, Osu Shopping District, and more as cosplay-friendly locations! You might even meet your favorite character in real life!
World Cosplay Championship 2025
The "World Cosplay Championship" is the pinnacle of cosplay competitions, where cosplayers showcase their performances to determine the world's No.1 cosplayer. Teams that have won the official qualifiers hosted by WCS partner organizers in various countries and regions will advance to the finals in Nagoya. National and regional representative cosplayers often participate as guests in pop culture events or appear in media, making participation in the WCS finals a prestigious opportunity for cosplayers to gain global recognition. These representatives, known as "WCS Alumni," continue to be involved in WCS-related events even after their participation.
Championship Official Website
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