💛 On Saturday, May 9 from noon-8pm we're teaming up with Misty Guild Cafe to bring you a one-day nerd market and fun activities~

🔆 Limited FREE merchant spots available! Apply by April 25: forms.gle/ZsYiZDq3VaPg...
🔆 Cosplay Lip Sync and Karaoke sign-ups will be open day-of.

💛 Missed us at Tora-Con? Here's another chance for fun and prizes!

🔆 Catch us this weekend at UBCon, at University at Buffalo North Campus.
🔆 Stop by our booth for freebies and KinshokuCon 2026 info!
🔆 Prove that you know 'em all at The Pokemon Cry Game. Friday, April 17 at 9pm in Knox 104!

KinshokuCon on the move UBCon - April 17-19 at University at Buffalo North Campus Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival - April 25-26 at Delaware Park (at JCC of WNY booth!) Misty Guild Cafe Spring Celebration - May 9 at Misty Guild Cafe Anime Night - May 15 at Buffalo Ironworks Intersect Pride Arts Festival - June 6 on Allen Street, Buffalo plus more to come!

💛 We've got a packed couple of months coming up! Will we see you at any of these upcoming events? 👀

🔆 Look forward to exciting updates coming in the near future as well!

KinshokuCon x Misty Guild Cafe "Where in the World is this Anime?" TOMORROW! - paper lantern crafting - anime scenery trivia - snacks, drinks, & freebies [photo of handmade lanterns and a "Japan in Anime" booklet over a sakura tree background.] Misty Guild Cafe 324 Niagara Street Niagara Falls, NY 14304 Friday, April 10 Crafting @ 5:00 PM Trivia @ 6:00 PM

💛 Happening tomorrow: Join KinshokuCon as we celebrate cherry blossom season!

🔆 Craft paper lanterns inspired by the blossoming trees.
🔆 Test your anime scenery knowledge and learn about famous spots to visit!

Snacks and drinks will be available from our friends at Misty Guild Cafe .

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🔆 Join our Discord server to connect with the local community as well!

💛 Just follow the links at kinshokucon.carrd.co

KinshokuCon 2026 Hotel Block DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls, NY Book your stay with special discounted room rates! Book by Oct. 30, 2026.

📣 It's no joke: the KinshokuCon 2026 hotel block is now live!

🔆 Spend the weekend with convenience and comfort. 🔆 Reserve your stay at our host DoubleTree with special discounted rates!

💛 Book today at group.doubletree.com/8ue8tt, or by calling in with code KIN!

KinshokuCon November 6 - 8, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls, NY kinshokucon.com Staff Wanted! Applications close April 30th! -Cosplay - AV/Tech - Care Team - Safety - Hobby Hideaway - Operations ... or other opportunities!

💛 There's one month left to apply for a position on KinshokuCon 2026 Staff!

🔆 Be a part of the team that makes the magic happen.
🔆 Opportunities for all niches and skill sets!

We'd love to have you on our team! Apply today at kinshokucon.com/get-involved...

💛 Welcome the start of cherry blossom season with KinshokuCon!

🔆 Craft paper lanterns inspired by the blossoming trees.
🔆 Test your anime scenery knowledge and learn about famous spots to visit!

Snacks and drinks will be available from our friends at Misty Guild Cafe.

KinshokuCon November 6 - 8, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls, NY KinshokuCon.com Merchants Wanted! One month left to apply!

🔆 Don't forget, there's only one month left to apply for the KinshokuCon 2026 Merchant Market!
🔆 Vendors of licenses goods, fan artists, and original creators are all welcome to apply.
🔆 Deadline is April 25, 2026

💛Apply now at kinshokucon.com/get-involved...

Audrey Grout - President Favorite Anime: Konosuba Favorite Pokemon: Shaymin Owns a chinchilla named Caliban and two cats named Drifloon and Pumpkaboo. "My first convention was UB Con in 2019. Since then, I have attended and volunteered at conventions across the country. Assisting with a little bit of everything and a jack of all trades, I am excited to bring what I have learned back to WNY!"

Justin Pope - Director of Programming & Community Outreach Favorite Anime: Soul Eater Favorite Pokemon: Sigilyph Owns a chinchilla named Caliban and two cats named Drifloon and Pumpkaboo. "As a congoer since 2011 and a passionate nerd connoisseur since birth, the wonder of a great convention is something I look forward to the most. The experience of making memories at a con and the incredible atmosphere fans create pushes me to want to make the best con possible for absolutely everyone!"

Bobby Tavano - Secretary Favorite Manga: Goodnight Punpun Favorite Pokemon: Piplup Owns two cats named Lily and Izzy. "I've been attending conventions since 2013, and I've always looked forward to having more local events to attend! I'm so excited to be a part of this team and to give this community a new place to celebrate the things we love!"

Allister Jones - Director of Media & Branding Favorite Anime: Fist of the North Star Favorite Pokemon: Shiftry Owns a cat named Monster Mash. "Buffalo born and Rochester rooted, I'm a professional animator who has been staffing anime conventions near and far since 2015. No matter what role I take, my goal stays the same: to help the local nerd and otaku community thrive."

Meet the KinshokuCon 2026 Board of Directors!

💛 This passionate and experienced team can't wait to bring you a variety of community events, and top it all off with our Fall con!

💛 Say hello if you run into us at other WNY events! You'll definitely see us around.

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Now introducing the official KinshokuCon mailing list!

🔆Monthly newsletters sent out the first weekend of every month!
🔆Convention announcements, community events, & more directly in your inbox.

💛 Add your email from our homepage at kinshokucon.com

🐯 Come find us next weekend, March 21-22, at @toracon.org!

🔆 We'll be set up in the vendor hall with friendly faces and freebies ready for the taking.
🔆 We're also hosting "The Pokemon Cry Game" on Saturday at 10:30am in SHED 3350!

💛 Can't wait to see you there!

Happening tomorrow!

💛 Pokemon Night at Misty Guild Cafe!
💛 Pride Center of WNY will be helping you turn your old TCG into fresh new pins!
💛 KinshokuCon will be hosting Pokemon Trivia, with prizes all the way from Japan!

Will we see you there? Let us know!

📣 KinshokuCon 2026 is seeking Staff and Volunteers!

🔆 Volunteer at the con for badge reimbursement & a variety of other perks.
💛 kinshokucon.com/get-involved...

🔆 Or join Staff to plan & perfect the weekend ahead!
💛 kinshokucon.com/get-involved...

KinshokuCon November 6 - 8, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls, NY kinshokucon.com Western NY's newest anime con! Merchants wanted! Apply by April 25, 2026

📣 KinshokuCon 2026 Merchant applications are live!

🔆 30+ booths open to both merch vendors and artists alike!
🔆 Fan art, original creations, and imported goods are all welcome.
🔆 Don't miss out. Apply by April 25, 2026!

💛 Apply today at kinshokucon.com/get-involved...

KinshokuCon November 6-8, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls, NY kinshokucon.com Western NY's newest anime con! Badges now on sale! Weekend* $40 Friday $30 Saturday $35 Sunday $25 *Early bird price through end of July. $45 beginning Aug. 1st. Listed prices do not display additional processing fees. Free entry for children 6 years old and under!

📢 Badges for KinshokuCon 2026 are now on sale!

💛 Join us Nov. 6-8 for three days of cosplay, crafting, merchants, performances, and the best of anime and Japanese culture!
💛 Early bird price is $40 for the full weekend until Jul. 31!

kinshokucon.com/registration/

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📣 get excited... KinshokuCon 2026 registration & applications are right around the corner!

🔆 attendee registration: March 1 @ 6pm
🔆 merchant applications: March 4 @ 6pm
🔆 staff & volunteer applications: March 7 @ 6pm

💛 how will you be joining us? 👀

📣 Calling all Pokemon trainers!

🔆 We're teaming up with our friends from Pride Center of WNY and Misty Guild Cafe to bring you a fun night of Pokemon themed trivia and crafts!

📅 March 12, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
❓ Trivia at 6:00 PM
📍 Misty Guild Cafe

💛 alone on a Friday night? not anymore! 💛

🔆 KinshokuCon Valentines Day trivia night is tomorrow, complete with plenty of sweets for you~

📅 February 13, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
❓ Trivia at 6:00 PM
📍 Misty Guild Cafe

Promotional image with text: Catch us at Cosplay Snowfest! Rochester Institute of Technology | February 7 Stop by our table to chat, grab freebies, and learn what's in store for KinshokuCon 2026!

🔆 join us tomorrow at Cosplay Snowfest!

🔆 catch up with us at our table, grab some freebies, and learn about all the ways you can get involved in KinshokuCon 2026!

💛 what cosplays are you hoping to see?

✨Happy Kinshoku Holidays from all of us at KinshokuCon to you and your loved ones! ✨

We can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store - here’s to a splendid new year!

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✨Join us tonight at the Kinshoku Holiday Party! ✨
🔆 Spend the night with us at the @mistyguildcafe, and celebrate this past year
🎁We will be hosting holiday trivia with lots of prizes!
🗓️ Date: Sunday, December 14
🕓 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍Location: 324 Niagara St. Niagara Falls, NY 14301

✨ A Kinshoku Holiday Party!
🔆 spend the night with us at the Misty Guild Cafe, and celebrate this past year
🎶 have a latte, play some games, make a craft, or belt out your favorite song!
🗓️ Sunday, December 14
🕓 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 324 Niagara St. Niagara Falls, NY 14301

🔆 if there is anything the form does not cover or you feel needs to be addressed, do not hesitate to reach out to us at kinshokucon@gmail.com

✨ KinshokuCon 2025 Feedback Form is Now Open! ✨

🔆 please take the time to fill out our anonymous survey to let us know about your experience at KinshokuCon 2025

🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

🔆 we appreciate any feedback in order to improve the con in the years to come!

🔆 catch us at Mini Clash 2025!

🔆 stop by our table to say hi, see how our 2025 convention went, grab some freebies, and learn about all the ways you can get involved in KinshokuCon 2026!

🔆 will we see you there this Saturday?

✨ see you next year! ✨

🫶 thank you to everyone who came out and contributed to our first year—we can’t wait to make next year even better!

🔆 keep an eye out for our feedback form going live in the next few weeks

KinshokuCon 2026
November 6th-8th
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Niagara Falls, New York

❗️BADGE REGISTRATION UPDATE ❗️

🔆 all badges to KinshokuCon 2025 are officially sold out!

🫶 thank you everyone for an exciting start to the weekend & we can’t wait to see you there!

KinshokuCon 2025
November 14th-16th
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Niagara Falls, New York

🎟️ don’t miss out, purchase your badge today at kinshokucon.com/registration

KinshokuCon 2025
November 14th-16th
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Niagara Falls, New York

❗️BADGE REGISTRATION UPDATE ❗️

🔆 we are down to our last remaining weekend badges!

🔆 weekend badges will be available for sale only until 10:00 AM today, Saturday 15th, at that point all badge sales for KinshokuCon 2025 will be officially over for the year