On its 6th year, Animax Carnival 2016 (ACPH 16) have served bigger and better FUNtastic event last October 15 and 16 at the SMX Convention Center Halls 1 and 2.
Animax brought the four seasons of Japan to be enjoyed by its attendees through various booths and activities. Notably, these includes the Edo traditional games, several Cosplay and sword-making workshops, having a chance to tryout Playstation 4 VR, the first-ever Maid Cafe, and celebrity performances and interviews in the Entertainment Hall.
Animax City Autumn Hall
Upon entering Hall 1, con-goers were “transported” to the Animax City Autumn Hall, which includes the Animax City Stage, Sponsor Booths, and the Oo-kun Merch Store.
The Animax City Stage is the place to be to catch the sponsors contests / segments and the several Cosplay and sword-making workshops.
At the Animax Autumn Stage with MoguMogu
At the Animax City Autumn Stage, Eri (segment host) vs. Saitama Arm Wrestling showdown
In addition, located in the same hall, several sponsor booths could be found like UFC, MoguMogu, Toyota, Yuneoh, Cignal, and Sony.
UFC Color Craze
Attendees got a treat of trying out several PS games at the Sony booth.
At the Sony booth
…. even the much-anticipated PlayStation VR games. Eager attendees lined up to try this one out!
PlayStation VR at the Sony booth
Attendees could also treat themselves to shop-exclusive OO-Kun merchandise at the OO-Kun merch store. (so fluffy plushie!!)
At the Oo-kun merch store
so fluffy Oo-kun plushie!
Edo – Japan Spring Hall
Heading to the Edo – Japan Spring Hall, attendees were able enjoy and try out four (4) Edo traditional games namely: Fuku Warai (lucky laugh), Hanetsuki (badminton without net), Tosengkyo (throwing-fan-amusement), and Koma (spinning tops).
The first 2,000 participants each day were able to get a prize by completing any three Edo traditional games.
Tosenkyo, the throwing-fan-amusement.
Hanetsuki, the badminton without net
Koma, the spinning top
Channeling their inner Japanese, attendees were also able to have their photo taken while wearing a Yukata (a light cotton kimono) with an obi sash, organized by the Japanese Embassy.
Yukata (浴衣?) is a Japanese garment, a casual summer kimono.
Cosplayer in Yukata
Animax City Summer Hall
More fun booths and activities greeted us at the Animax City Summer Hall,.
Attendees were able to sing their heart out at the Oo-kun Karaoke,
… and get their creative juices flowing at the Oo-kun Creative Corner!
Animax Carnival also hosted its first Maid Cafe. Attendees were able to enjoy delightful afternoon tea and fun games.
The Maid Cafe @ ACPH 16
Inside the Maid Cafe @ ACPH 16
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and of course, the con experience is not complete with out its merchandise booths!
Winter Entertainment Hall
The Stage at the Winter Entertainment Hall
Both Day 1 and 2 of the Carnival, the Winter Entertainment Hall was packed with people as they enjoyed the Cosplay Competition Final Judging, celebrity interviews and performances of ELISA, yanaginagi, Ami Wajima, and May’n which were hosted by Rhianna Floresca and Glaiza De Castro.
Interview with Japanese Singer ELISA
Hosts Rhianna Floresca and Glaiza De Castro, with a Animax Cosplay contestant
Animax Cosplay Contestant as Saitama
Grand winner “Team Chicken Crispy Sandwich” for Edo Carnival Inspired
Excited attendees lined-up to catch the performances of ELISA, yanaginagi, Ami Wajima, and May’n
Check-out this out, the concert of May’n at Day 2 of ACPH16 posted in her Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/mayn.official/videos/1455137467846073/
Such a FUN-tastic way to end the joyous festivity that was the Animax Carnival 2016. See you next year!
