Want to find your nakama, build real-world skills, and make an impact in the KC metro community? Help us celebrate anime, manga, and Japanese culture! Join our tight-knit crew and apply today: forms.gle/n2akBPALS9nN... #NakaKon #KansasCity #OverlandPark

We’re proud to have a booth at The Art of Being AANHPI showcase on 05.02.26! 🎨 Stop by the Zhou B Art Center between 10AM and 4PM to celebrate AANHPI culture and creativity with the Naka-Kon team. Thank you @hellagooddeeds for hosting! #AANHPI #Community #NakaKon #KansasCity

Naka-Kon is hitting the road! 🚗💨 We’re heading to Anime St. Louis! Stop by our table and say hello! Anime St. Louis is next weekend (April 24-26) at St. Charles Convention Center. See you there! #NakaKon #ASTL2026 #AnimeSTL #AnimeConvention #Missouri

Nakama, photos from the fantastic performances by Maki Otsuki and DJ Sameshima are now available. naka-kon.com/gallery/2026... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Our 2026 Lolita Fashion Show and Tea Party photo gallery is now available Nakama! naka-kon.com/gallery/2026... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama! We are excited to announce that the official photo gallery for the 2026 Main Stage Cosplay Contest is now live on our website. naka-kon.com/gallery/2026... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakoncosplaycontest

Nakama - On MARCH 23 we are partnering with Texas Roadhouse. 10% of proceeds will benefit Naka-Kon, which enables us to bring COOL NEW GUESTS and do COOL NEW THINGS just for you! Present this image to show your support for Naka-Kon during the event! #nakakon #texasroadhouse #overlandpark #kansascity

Nakama! Visit JINYA Ramen with your Naka-Kon 2026 badge by this Thursday March 19th and receive a free plate or mini tacos! #NakaKon #NakaKon2026 #JINYAKC #NoRamenNoLife #JinyaRamenBar #KCRamen #OverlandParkRamen

Nakama, what a great year! Thank you for joining us and making Naka-Kon such a wonderful time. We can’t wait to see you again next year! ✨ Naka-Kon 2027 - March 12-14 Mark your calendars - the countdown starts now! #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakon2027

Nakama, what a great year! Thank you for joining us and making Naka-Kon such a wonderful time. We can’t wait to see you again next year! ✨ Naka-Kon 2027 - March 12-14 Mark your calendars - the countdown starts now! #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakon2027

Nakama, the weather is rather windy and there is blowing snow currently. Please be careful outside and on the road on your way home!

Nakama, it's Day 0 of Naka-Kon 2026! Which means early badge pick up. If you are heading over to pick up your badge, we're open now! Registration will be open for badge pickup until 9pm tonight. See all of you tomorrow at 4pm for Opening Ceremonies! naka-kon.com #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama - we have many awesome food vendors as a part of Naka-Kon this year! Everyone, please check out these many great options on-site when you are hungry! naka-kon.com/news/2026-03... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Pop Up Lockers return to Naka-Kon 2026 bit.ly/PULNAKA26 Plan ahead and keep your hands free. #NakaKon #NakaKon2026 #CosplayWeekend #AnimeConLife #ConEssentials #LockerLife #FandomFun

Naka-Kon is happy to announce the return of complimentary shuttle buses for attendees! The shuttles will travel between the hotels, overflow lot, and local restaurants and shops. Please head to www.visitoverlandpark.com/naka-kon/ for route details. #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, can you believe Naka-Kon is this weekend? We certainly can’t! To prepare for the weekend, here are some updates: 🎬 Screenings Schedule Planning your anime breaks? The screenings schedule is now live! Find out what’s playing and when: 🔗 naka-kon.com/screenings #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama - this coming weekend, on Saturday and Sunday, the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library (KCKPL) will be bringing its mobile library with Japanese manga and books! The bus will be at the outdoor courtyard by the food trucks. www.kckpl.org #nakakon #nakakon2026 #kckpl #kckpubliclibrary

Who doesn't love a good outtake reel? Ever wanted to make your own? Now's your chance with our Do Your Own Dub Contests, coming up THIS WEEKEND at Naka-Kon! Read more: naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama! Hi-NAKTANE is back with another high energy dance party featuring DJs from our Naka: Underground events. Hi-NAKTANE will immediately follow DJ Sameshima both nights. Special thanks to Show-Me Live Event Production. #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakaunderground #danceparty

Nakama - the photo meetup schedule is available now! If you requested one or were interested in joining one, make note. We can't wait to see all the great cosplays that show up to them. See you soon Nakama! #nakakon #nakakon2026

Attention, Nakama! Unfortunately, voice actress Kayli Mills will be unable to attend Naka-Kon 2026. We’re sad we won’t get to see her this year, but hopefully she’ll make her way to a future Naka-Kon! #nakakon #nakakon2026

7 DAYS. ONE WEEK. THE FINAL COUNTDOWN. Nakama, we're officially in the single digits & couldn't be more excited to see all of you. 📅 March 13–15, 2026 📍 Overland Park Convention Center naka-kon.com #nakakon #nakakon2026

Hey Nakama, are you a fan of blind boxes? DIY? Cute accessories? Join us for Blind Box to Keychain Workshop, a workshop where you take your own figure and turn it into an accessory! Details & tickets: naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakonworkshop

Join Team Tomo and test your mettle at the Spirit World Challenge! Yokai are on the prowl within the twisting maze. Tickets are limited and our 10 minute slots are filling fast! Groups are limited to 5 at a time. Don't get left in the dark: naka-kon.com/programming/... #NakaKon #NakaKon2026

Ever wonder what it’s like to work on video games? Get an insider scoop on Saturday afternoon of Naka as Danganronpa and Hundred Line series creator & Too Kyo Games founder Kazutaka Kodaka joins us for an online panel to answer your burning questions LIVE from Japan! #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, we have made our artist and vendor list available again this year. Head over to our website and check out the Vendor Hall page for the complete set. naka-kon.com/vendor-hall #nakakon #nakakon2026

Drumroll, please... AMV editors, it's the news you've been waiting for! The Naka-Kon Contests team is thrilled to present our list of finalists for the 2026 AMV Contest! Don't miss the AMV Showcase on Sunday during Naka-Kon weekend! List of Finalists: naka-kon.com/amv #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama - the convention is less than two weeks away so it is time... time for the schedule of events! naka-kon.com/schedule/ 📅 March 13-15, 2026 📍 Overland Park Convention Center 🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now naka-kon.com/registration #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama! Hotel alert! There's been a few last minute cancellations in the Sheraton's room block and those spaces are now available! Get them while they last. naka-kon.com/hotels/shera... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakonhotels

Nakama, it is our pleasure to welcome back Diana Tolin! Diana has been an award-winning cosplayer and member of the Anime/Pop culture industry for 30 years. #nakakon #nakakon2026 #CosplayatNakaKon #NakaKonCosplay2026 @binkxy

Nakama, tickets to our Charity Ball, Kimodameshi, and Maid Café (and the rest of our announced featured events) are now available! Charity Ball: naka-kon.com/programming/... Kimodameshi: naka-kon.com/programming/... Maid Café: naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, tickets for our charity ball go on sale tonight at 6pm. Please join us for an evening of formal fun and support Variety KC. naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #nakakoncharityball

The veil between worlds grows thin once more; only the bravest challengers may enter where Hungry yōkai prowl. Only those who face their fears & overcome each challenge can escape. Tickets for our Kimodameshi event will be available tonight at 6pm! naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Okaerinasaimase, Goshujin-sama! Join us at Tomo’s Teahouse for an hour of teatime delights, performances, prize raffles, and more! Tickets go on sale for all sessions tonight at 6pm CST. naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #maidcafe

Nakama, tickets for our Bingo events are now available! Join our host Luna Flare for an incredible time. Brunch & Bingo: naka-kon.com/programming/... Moonlight Bingo: naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #CosplayBrunchandBingo

For those adult aged Nakama who enjoy a bit of spice at con, Naka-Kon is proud to be bringing back Cos-lesque! This is an 18+ ticketed event so grab your tickets tonight at 6pm for some cosplay-themed adult fun! naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, like getting hands on in your cosplay panels? We've got a treat with our next set of Featured Events. These five workshop events get you in a small class setting with an expert instructor. Tickets are now available! naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #cosplayworkshop

Tickets for the Lolita Fashion Tea Party with Iris Garden x Haenuli are now live! Join us for a delicious menu with raffle and coordinate prizes, a photo booth and more! naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026 #haenuli #eglfashion #eglcommunity

Nakama! Every day this week at 6pm CST we are releasing event tickets for our special featured events. Classics such as the charity ball, tea parties, and bingo will return as well as several new workshops! Visit our site to see what's coming: naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, please welcome Emily Boverie AKA Ratty Creations back to Naka-Kon for 2026! #nakakon #nakakon2026

Nakama, please welcome back amazing artist Amelie Belcher! Amelie is an award winning artist, comic artist, manga ka, illustrator, painter, sculptor, podcaster, twitch streamer, and currently a second year tattoo apprentice. #nakakon #nakakon2026

Let's welcome Gaming Industry Guest, Sam Villanueva! Sam has been involved in every aspect of Game Design from concept to completion, with over 25 years of experience through five console generations. He has worked on numerous high-profile franchises. #nakakon #nakakon2026 #Gaming #GamingatNakaKon

Please welcome Turtle Smithy as one of our cosplay instructors! Tickets will be available next week! #nakakon #nakakon2026 #cosplay #workshops

We’re excited to announce Malinda-chan as one of our cosplay workshop instructors! #nakakon #nakakon2026 #cosplay #workshops

Naka-Kon is excited to announce that crafting workshops will return for the 2026 show! Our first instructor is Madison May! #cosplay #workshops

Nakama! Next week we will be releasing tickets for our fantastic Ticketed Events! Classics such as the charity ball, fashion tea party, and bingo will return as well as several new workshops! We'll be updating our website with details all this week. naka-kon.com/programming/... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Hello Nakama! If you are planning a Cosplay Photoshoot and Community Meetup, and you want a professional photographer and/or photo director, please fill out this form to let us know! Slots are first come, first serve so the sooner the better. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #nakakon #nakakon2026

Show us your starting lineup! Use our template to share your #Cosplans and tag your squad. #NakaKon2026 #OneMonthOut #GameOn #AnimeCon #Cosplay #NakaKonCosplay #Cosplaylineup

We're excited to announce Gingy Stitch as a Mainstage Cosplay Contest Judge! #NakaKon2026 #NakaKon #NakaKonCosplay #NakaKonCosplayContest

Our next Mainstage Cosplay Contest Judge is Kirilee Cosplay! #NakaKon2026 #NakaKon #NakaKonCosplay #nakakoncosplaycontest