#WasabiConNOLA Get ready to show off your Itasha at WasabiCon NOLA this May in the Big Easy! 🚗 Applications are now open. Apply today and let's showcase some automotive art with your colorful and unique ride! 🌟 wasabiani.me/itasha

We just wanted to drop a quick update to say THANK YOU to the hundreds of you that took the time to complete our 2025 feedback survey. We're currently going through the results and are committed to addressing everything by the end of this month - so stay tuned.

#WasabiCon Thank you to everyone who came out to our Cosplay on Ice event. We had a phenomenal time and loved seeing the ice come alive with creativity, confidence, and pure fun. Congratulations to our winner Goth Miku and our runners up Lumine x Scara and Maomoa. Incredible work all around. 💙❄️⛸️

#WasabiCon A WasabiCon guest announcement is coming soon, and it’s another first time appearance in Jacksonville. Who do you think it could be? 🤔

#WasabiConNOLA Congratulations to our winners of our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway, and thank you again to everyone who entered, shared, and spread the holiday cheer. Each winner has been tagged in the respective Instagram post for each prize, be sure to check to see if it's you!

#WasabiCon Congratulations to our winners of our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway, and thank you again to everyone who entered, shared, and spread the holiday cheer. Each winner has been tagged in the respective Instagram post for each prize, be sure to check to see if it's you!

Happy birthday to the English voice of Nico Robin in One Piece: Stephanie Young! Stephanie was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2023.

#WasabiCon ❄️⛸️ Join WasabiCon’s Cosplay on Ice tomorrow from 4 PM to 9:30 PM and take your cosplay for a spin on the rink. Show off in our costume contest, capture frosty photo ops, and vibe with fellow fans all night long. Secure your tickets now: https://wasabiani.me/cosplayonice

New year? New cosplay! 🎊🎭 Cheers to another year of epic fandom moments with our WasabiCon friends. Let’s make this year bigger, bolder, and even more anime-filled!

#WasabiConNOLA The Sweetheart Maids took the stage at WasabiCon NOLA 2025 and absolutely melted our hearts! 🎤✨ Whether you were clapping along or swooning in the crowd, their charm was irresistible. Thank you for bringing the magic, maids! 💫💕

Fandom hits the ice! ❄️⛸️ Skate into WasabiCon’s Cosplay on Ice this Friday from 4 PM to 9:30PM and bring your best cosplay to the rink. Compete in our costume contest, snap icy photo ops, and enjoy a night full of anime, cosplay, and community energy. https://wasabiani.me/cosplayonice

From con floor to ice rink! ❄️⛸️ Join us for WasabiCon’s Cosplay on Ice on January 2nd from 4 PM to 9:30PM and show off your best fandom look while skating the rink. There will be a costume contest, epic photo ops, and plenty of anime, cosplay, and community vibes. https://wasabiani.me/cosplayonice

Happy Holidays from all of us at WasabiCon! 🎁❄️ Wishing our amazing friends a season filled with joy, fandom, and a little extra otaku magic. See you soon for more anime, cosplay, and unforgettable moments!

Happy birthday to the English voice of Toga in My Hero Academia: Leah Clark! Leah was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2014.

Happy birthday to the English voice of Yor Forger in Spy x Family: Natalie Van Sistine! Natalie was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2022.

#WasabiConNOLA Our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway continues! www.instagram.com/p/DSam_QCkrt...

#WasabiCon Our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway continues! www.instagram.com/p/DSam_RsElg...

Happy birthday to the English voice of Jet Black in Cowboy Bebop: Beau Billingslea! Beau was a guest at #WasabiCon in 2023.

#WasabiCon Any Pop☆Step fans?! www.instagram.com/p/DSYCMhAlqu...

#WasabiConNOLA Any Pop☆Step fans?! www.instagram.com/p/DSYCMNhDje...

#WasabiConNOLA Get into the holiday spirit with our Countdown to Christmas Giveaways! www.instagram.com/p/DSVdZsUEm8...

#WasabiCon Get into the holiday spirit with our Countdown to Christmas Giveaways! www.instagram.com/p/DSVdaRUktP...

#WasabiCon Don’t miss our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway on Instagram! www.instagram.com/p/DSS4m4Sjio...

#WasabiConNOLA Don’t miss our Countdown to Christmas Giveaway on Instagram! www.instagram.com/p/DSS4nshjoj...

#WasabiCon Jacksonville’s cosplay community brings real convention magic to every event. We’re honored to stand alongside such incredible creators. If you’d like to show support, vote for us in Folio’s Best of Jax Best Cosplayer category. 🗳️👇 https://wasabiani.me/bestofjax2025

#WasabiConNOLA The Meadow Maids brought their signature sweetness to the stage at WasabiCon NOLA 2025 with their performance! 🎤 These idols are dedicated to protecting and uplifting the cosplay community and creating safe, welcoming spaces for all. 🛡️Thank you for bringing heart to the con!

#WasabiCon Found your face in our photos yet? 👇 We just uploaded another round courtesy of Kenneth J McBride Photography, so go hunting. 👀 Don't forget to tag yourself if you pop up! https://jax.wasabicon.com/photos/

#WasabiCon We had a great day out at SoupaCon last weekend giving away WasabiCon pins + flyers! A little rain wasn’t gonna keep us down. We showed up, suited up, and had a blast anyway! 💚✨ Be sure to grab your tickets for the show, October 9–11, 2026 at the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center!

Our Spotify Wrapped is in! Thanks to all of you who listened, shared, and brought WasabiCon vibes to your playlists all year long. From hype tracks to anime openings, you made 2025 an unforgettable year of music. 💚 Check out the official WasabiCon playlist on Spotify using the link in our bio!

#WasabiCon The cosplay community in Jacksonville is truly something special. We’re honored to be part of it! Please support us in Folio’s Best of Jax Best Cosplayer Event category, you can cast your vote here: https://wasabiani.me/bestofjax2025#WasabiConLet’s celebrate cosplay in DUVALLL together! 💚🎭

Who do YOU want to see at WasabiCon NOLA? 🤔 We’re booking next year’s guests and we’re taking suggestions for what talent you want to see come to the Big Easy! Let us know in the comments.

Who do YOU want to see at WasabiCon? 🤔 We’re booking next year’s guests and we’re taking suggestions for what talent you want to see come to the Bold City! Let us know in the comments.

#WasabiConNOLA 🎉 Holiday Deal Alert! 🎉 Use promo code HOLIDAY for $10 OFF any single-day or multi-day pass to WasabiCon NOLA 2026. The sale starts Black Friday and prices go up after Cyber Monday, so grab your tickets today! 🎟️👉 https://wasabiani.me/WNOLA-tickets

#WasabiCon Our Black Friday savings start right NOW! Get your 3-day WasabiCon pass for October 9–11, 2026 in Jacksonville for just $50 online, saving $25 off the at the door price. 🎟️✨ The sale ends after Cyber Monday, so don’t wait to lock yours in! 💥👉 https://wasabiani.me/WJAX-tickets

#WasabiConNOLA 🔥 Save $10 off any single day or multi day ticket using the promo code: HOLIDAY for WasabiCon NOLA 2026. The sale starts on Black Friday with prices going up after Cyber Monday, so mark your calendar! 🎟️👉 wasabiani.me/WNOLA-tickets

#WasabiCon 🔥 Black Friday Deal Alert! 🔥 Grab your 3-day pass to WasabiCon October 9-11, 2026 in Jacksonville for just $50 online, that’s $25 off the at-the-door price. 🎟️✨ Hurry, this deal ends after Cyber Monday so don’t miss out on the ultimate anime weekend! 🎭💥👉 wasabiani.me/WJAX-tickets

#WasabiConNOLA Calling all creative vendors! 🎉 We’re looking for unique, one-of-a-kind shops to join us at WasabiCon NOLA. If you’ve got something special to offer, we want you! 🛍️✨ wasabiani.me/WNOLA-exhibi...

#WasabiCon The photos keep coming! 😍📷 James Chery’s shots show all the cosplay, excitement, and the best moments from the floor. 🎭💥✨Please help us tag! jax.wasabicon.com/photos/

#WasabiConNOLA The Soul Eater vibes were on point at WasabiCon NOLA last May! 🔥 With Death the Kid and Crona, these cosplayers nailed the iconic looks with incredible attention to detail and energy. 🖤⚔️ We can't wait to see what everyone wears next year. ✨

#WasabiCon 📸✨ Relive the memories from last month with this second batch of photos captured by Dapper Arts. Spot yourself? Tag us and share the WasabiCon love! 💚 jax.wasabicon.com/photos/

🎌We had such an amazing time at the Orlando Japan Festival today! 🏆 Big congrats to our contest winners! Best in Show + Runner-Up walked away with tickets to MegaCon, Holiday Matsuri, AND WasabiCon! All contestants got to choose voice-actor–signed prints of their choice and tons of bragging rights!

#WasabiConNOLA Talent applications are now OPEN for WasabiCon NOLA, happening May 22–24, 2026! 🎶✨🎮🎵 Last year, CLOUDSAVE leveled up the fun by adding their original tracks to Mario Kart gaming sessions. 👉 Apply now: nola.wasabicon.com/talent/

#WasabiCon The wait is over! WasabiCon 2025 photos are here! Relive the magic from October 10–12, 2025 with this first batch beautifully captured by our main photographer, Justin Drain Photography, LLC. Thank you to everyone who made it such an unforgettable weekend! 💚 jax.wasabicon.com/photos/

#WasabiConNOLA Mirko hopped into action and stole the show in My Hero Academia Season 5, Episode 2 airing on October 29, 2022! 🗓️🔥 Bringing that same power to life at WasabiConNOLA 2025 was the amazing Star Light Cos with a cosplay that had us all saying, “PLUS ULTRA!” 🌟🦸‍♀️💥

#WasabiConPDX An important update.

#WasabiConNOLA Things got spooky when our favorite haunted idol group, Phantom Pulse, took the stage at WasabiCon NOLA 2025! 🖤💫 Phantom Pulse brought the idol energy and we’re still under their spell! 🪦🖤✨

#WasabiConPDX 🎤✨ WasabiCon PDX’s Cosplay Lip Sync Battle spotlight is ready for you! Show off your favorite song in full cosplay and compete for the Best of Show crown. Solo or groups (up to 4 performers) are welcome so register now and wow our crowd! 👉 pdx.wasabicon.com/cosplay-lip-sync

#WasabiConPDX Show us your Labubu flair, Portland! 🎭✨ Dress up your mischievous little demon and bring it to WasabiCon for some mini cosplay magic. 🖤 Let’s see those creative fits! 👉 pdx.wasabicon.com/labubu/

WasabiCon’s a wrap! This year was the second largest WasabiCon EVER with 11,796 attendees over three days. We are returning to the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center on October 9-11, 2026. For now, the team is getting some much needed rest, so responses may be delayed. THANK YOU JACKSONVILLE!

Day 3 recap! Thank you again to you, our incredible fans, who made WasabiCon 2025 unforgettable. We get to do what we love because of amazing people like you. 💚 We are honored to be a part of this community and can't wait to see you all next year! 👉 Tag/comment if you see anyone you know!