It’s New York Comic Con time again, so we stopped by the Javits Center on the first day to hunt for Japanese-themed booths, merchandise, and cosplayers. Here’s what we found.

Cosplayers:

At least I think she’s cosplaying . . .

Even manga/anime characters need cash sometimes.

 

Costumes – Because cosplayers need clothing:

DIY kimono

 

 

 

Gaming:

 

 

Anime/Manga:

 

Omakase: Anime Streaming Service

 

Kawaii Plush:

 

 

Action Figures:

 

 

 

 

T-Shirts and Other Merchandise:

 

 

 

Favorite Sign:

You know you’re at Comic Con when there’s a weapons check.

Favorite Booth: Viz Media

Celebrating the legend of Masashi Kishimoto with a live interview in front of a huge crowd

Favorite Feature: Family HQ Presented by Yo-Kai Watch

Favorite Picture:

Photo bombed by a lightsaber!

Favorite Moment:

Meeting 86-year-old Hauro Nakajima, the man in the Godzilla suit

For more pictures of New York Comic Con, please check out our Flickr page.