It’s difficult for me to contain my excitement about this since I’ve been waiting practically my entire life for an event such as this to occur! I am used to hearing about cosplay conventions, comic conventions, and toy conventions, but their event lineups, exhibits, and other gimmicks never quite fit exactly where all my interests related to Japanese culture lie. Fortunately, all thanks to the hard work of the team from Kawaii PH, the dream of finally being able to attend an event where all my interests in Japanese culture, especially those related to fashion, art, pop culture, and the like, can finally converge into a single spectacular event that is Kawaii in Manila 2: The First Philippine Kawaii Convention!
Taken from the convention’s official website, the event description goes as follows:
“The ultimate kawaii experience in the Philippines is now bigger and better!
Ready your colorful, fully decorated kawaii outfit and your cute sparkling personality as Kawaii in Manila 2, the first kawaii convention in the Philippines, is coming this September 2014!
Kawaii in Manila is a day-long affair dedicated to promoting the interest and appreciation for the kawaii culture through various kawaii-related programs and activities. It’s an event that aims to unite people who share a common interest in Japanese culture, animation, fashion, and everything in between!
This time, on its 2nd run, Kawaii in Manila 2 will take you to a magical portal where you can experience cuteness through Philippine fair x Japanese matsuri themed shows, contests, workshops and activities. Come join us in munching on sweet Pocky treats, playing dress up, and kawaii-fying the normal. Let’s all show how wonderful a kawaii world can be! ~(˘▾˘~)”
Important Details
When: September 6, 2014 (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Whitespace Manila, Makati, Philippines
Official Website: www.convention.kawaii.ph
Here is the fictional map of the booths in the venue:
And, here is the line-up of events and activities for the actual event:
Hope to see you guys there! I’m really looking forward to the event!