As part of our focus on bringing in more japanese culture content we are hosting professor Alisa Freedman from University of Oregon to do a talk on “Crossing Cultures: Japanese Trends in America, American Trends in Japan” Alisa Freedman is a Professor of Japanese Literature, Cultural Studies, and Gender at the University of Oregon, the Editor-in-ChiefRead More
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Update on Volunteering
We are still accepting volunteer forms! Form found here Emails will be sent out by the end of the weekend regarding current responses. If you have questions on volunteer hours to attendee badge conversion or anything else please contact us at volunteer@miyakocon.com Thank you so much for your patience, we are looking forward to workingRead More
C0RV1D Cosplay
We are excited to announce C0RV1D Cosplay as a guest of honor! Lorien, also known as C0RV1D Cosplay, is a Colorado native residing in the Seattle area. When not devoted to her passion for cosplay, she works full-time as a video game designer, plays with her dog, creates art and illustration, and drinks a lotRead More
MiyakoCon 5 Cosplay Contest
Announcing MiyakoCon 5’s Cosplay Contest! Interested in participating in the Cosplay Contest for Miyakocon 5? Please fill out our form! We do have a cap on how many contestants we can include so sign up now to secure your spot! Cosplay Contest Form All skill & experience levels are welcome. This contest is about theRead More
MiyakoCon’s Got Talent
New this year! MiyakoCon’s Got Talent with host Sweet Maple Panda! Can you juggle, hula hoop or perform with poi?Write songs or poetry?Can you sing or play an instrument?Perform martial arts or ballet?What about magic tricks or puppets?Are you a ventriloquist, voice actor or do impersonations?Making origami or calligraphy?What about break-dancing, belly dancing or colorRead More
MiyakoCon 5 Lip Sync Contest
Here it is, what you have all been waiting for! The sign up for the Lip Sync Contest for MiyakoCon 5 are now live! Limited space is available so sign up soon! Our Hosts this year will be Lexie from @sew_into_music and Orion from @lucy_fur_cosplay. Please see sign up form for additional information and rules. Sign Up Here
Back at Quality Suites Keizer!
MiyakoCon 5: 2020 will be returning to the Quality Suites Keizer for the second year at this venue! We’re so excited to keep working with the wonderful staff at this hotel. BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM AT OUR REDUCED RATE! Call in your reservation to 503-390-4733, option 0; ask to book a room under the âMiyakoConRead More
Submit a panel or event!
MiyakoCon 5: 2020’s panel submission form is live! Check it out on the Panels & Content page. Submit as many as you like; but limit each form submission to one event idea at a time. Pay close attention and read everything thoroughly! Questions? email programming@miyakocon.com! >> CLICKY THE LINKY <<
MiyakoCon 5’s Mascot Winner!
Congratulations to Tyliea Spero, @Arenheim, for winning MiyakoCon 5’s Mascot Contest! It was difficult to choose a winner– every year we receive so many wonderful submissions. Check out our social media soon to see all the entries, and don’t forget to visit Tyliea’s booth at MiyakoCon 5: 2020!
Having trouble finding game buddies?
You know who you are– no matter what, it just doesn’t seem like you can find people who fit your schedule. You have a genius RPG campaign, a whole beautiful world built out for it, and it’s ready to go– you just need players who can match your Tuesday-nights-only schedule. Or maybe you love boardgames,Read More