Naka-Kon 2026 Schedule , The Naka-Kon 2026 panel application deadline has passed. Thank you to all who applied! All head panelist applicants should...

The Greater Kansas City Japan Festival Cosplay Fashion Show and Contest allows cosplayers to showcase their talent to adoring fans!

Register now for Naka-Kon 2027! , Register now for Naka-Kon 2027! , Membership Badge Prices** There will be no in-person cash or credit sales at Kon...

The Kansas City Japan Festival showcases Japanese culture in KC. Featuring music and dance performances, martial arts, anime and manga, Japanese food, and more!

Refunds for Natsu Matsuri related items no longer available a week before the event.

We hope you will join us for Naka-Kon 2027!March 12-14, 2027 Looking for super early bird badges for Naka-Kon 2027? Find us in person at local events!...

The 2026 Main Stage Cosplay Contest provided an opportunity for participants to showcase various elements of cosplay on the main stage! This contest included awards for craftsmanship, runway walks, skits, and the Naka-Kon X Holiday Matsuri Winter Cosplay Championship (“WCC”) Delegate Award.

Nakama - we are excited to share that the following food vendors will be part of Naka-Kon this year...

This registration portal is for ANY ATTENDEE who wants to reserve a locker before the convention starts as lockers may sell out. If you would like to pay with cash please understand your locker will…

Naka-Kon is an annual three-day convention, celebrating anime, manga, cosplay, music, fashion, gaming, and more!

The Do Your Own Dub Contest is a live improv event - be ready to flex those acting and comedy muscles for the best performance! The top three...

Naka-Kon is an annual three-day convention, celebrating anime, manga, cosplay, music, fashion, gaming, and more!

Note: Black lights present, expect jump style scares and sudden breezes. Passage through the maze is sometimes narrow, please be mindful of...

Naka-Kon is an annual three-day convention, celebrating anime, manga, cosplay, music, fashion, gaming, and more!

Note: Black lights present, expect jump style scares and sudden breezes. Passage through the maze is sometimes narrow, please be mindful of...

Join us for a Lolita Fashion Tea Party with Special Guest brand Iris Garden × Haenuli! Enjoy a delicious tea menu with our special guests Head Designer Haenuli (Nunu) and Manager Iris, along with fellow fashion fans, along with gift bags, raffle prizes, a photo booth and a special coordinate prize for one winner, selected by our Special Guests!