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It's Naka-ween! All-ages costume contest, treats, and an exclusive Naka-Kon 2027 ticket discount! Co-hosted by Lolita Collective! Oct 31, 2026 5-8 pm @ Lolita Collective 840 NW Blue Pkwy J, Lee's Summit, MO 64086 RSVP HERE!: forms.gle/EcszUdB9Hfkm... #nakakon #nakakon2027 #lolitacollective

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 03/10/2026

Decrypt your feed for our first major Guest Announcement, Nakama. Beware though, if you happen to be monstrous Kaiju or have dangerous Daemons you might wanna be wary! Please give it up for our first guest, Ben Stegmair! naka-kon.com #nakakon #nakakon2027

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 02/10/2026

See you at the Greater Kansas City Japan Festival on October 3! www.kcjapanfestival.org #JapanFestivalKC #KCJapanFestival #JapaneseCulture #KansasCityEvents #OverlandPark #JCCC #HeartOfAmericaJAS #NakaKon

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 02/06/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 27/04/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 20/04/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 15/04/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 11/04/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 21/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 17/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 15/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 15/03/2026

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 15/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 12/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 12/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 11/03/2026

3/ 🎫 Featured Event Tickets Want to expand your convention experience? Tickets are still available for select featured events, but they’re going fast! Grab yours before they’re gone: 🔗 naka-kon.com/programming/featured-events #nakakon #nakakon2026

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 11/03/2026

2/ 📅 Plan Your Day (Print & Digital) Whether you prefer the tech-savvy approach or the classic feel of paper, we’ve got you covered. Both the digital and printable event schedules are now available: 🔗 naka-kon.com/schedule #nakakon #nakakon2026

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 11/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 11/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 09/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 08/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 07/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 06/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 06/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 05/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 03/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 02/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 02/03/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 28/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 27/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 27/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 27/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 25/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 25/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 22/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 21/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 20/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 19/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 18/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 18/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 17/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 15/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 13/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 13/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 12/02/2026

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

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 12/02/2026

We're excited to announce our first Mainstage Cosplay Contest Judge: Hylian Cream! #NakaKon2026 #NakaKon #NakaKonCosplay #NakaKonCosplayContest

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 12/02/2026

Naka-Kon is excited to welcome back Luna Flare! Luna Flare is Kansas City's favorite "Queen of Cosplay"! Luna has used her talents to entertain local audiences for more than a decade. Follow her @mslunaflare across all social media and say hey queen! #NakaKon2026 #NakaKon #Cosplay

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 10/02/2026

Nakama, do you need to watch our for our next hero's Lacquered Chain Prison? Or are your flames ready for a good fight? Either way, prepare for our next guest, Aaron Roberts! 📅 March 13-15, 2026 📍 Overland Park Convention Center 🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now naka-kon.com/registration #nakakon #nakakon2026

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Naka-Kon @naka-kon.com · 07/02/2026

Nakama, please welcome our next guest for 2026: Kayli Mills! 📅 March 13-15, 2026 📍 Overland Park Convention Center 🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now naka-kon.com/registration #nakakon #nakakon2026

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