Exhibition Hall

About Otakuthon

Otakuthon is Quebec's largest festival celebrating Japanese animation (anime), graphic novels (manga), related gaming, and pop culture.

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The first of its kind in Montreal, Otakuthon is a full-fledged, fan-run, bilingual anime convention that features a number of special guests as well as many activities and events spotlighting anime, manga, video games, artwork, and Japanese culture.

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For general inquiries, please contact the Information Desk at info@otakuthon.com.

For all registration questions, please contact registration@otakuthon.com. Pre-registration is closed but weekend and single day badges can be obtained on site during the convention.



Our Partners

Carta Magica


Chibi Yurika

Exhibition Hall Hours

Friday, August 12, 2011
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 
Saturday, August 13, 2011
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday, August 14, 2011
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Shopping bag

Dealers' Area

Attention all shoppers! The Dealers' Area has moved to the 2nd floor, expanding to be even bigger and better than before, offering even more stock and variety! The Dealers' Area is the place to find and purchase all those anime DVDs, manga, wall scrolls and other merchandise that you've always wanted! Don't miss out!

 

Artists' and Artisans’ Area

Art Plush

Looking for that unique, custom-made piece of art you just can't find somewhere else?  Looking to commission someone to make one?  Then you're in the right place!  The Artists’ Area is a place where amateur artists can display, sell their original creations and even take orders on the spot!  There's also the Artisans’ Area, reserved specially for professional artists who won't miss the chance to impress you with their arts! 

If you have any questions and/or concerns in regards to the Artists’ Area or the Artisans' Area, please email the Artists’ Area director at artistsarea@otakuthon.com or the Artisans' Area director at artisan@otakuthon.com.

More info to come.

 

Art Gallery

Otakuthon’s Art Gallery is an ideal space for artists who want to expose their original works of fine art. Artists can show off their works for sale or just for the pleasure to share his/her creations with everyone!

Details coming soon.

Chibi Photo

Photo Studio

The Otakuthon Photo Studio invites you all to join us in our quest to make the cosplay picture of your dreams (or at least try to :)!

Come to the Photo Studio and show off your best cosplay outfits! Pose like you never have before! Surpass the limits of your costume by using attractive and funny poses! Bring your character accessories to give another dimension to your pictures! (Think about his/her favourites items or related objects!)

Show us your cosplaying skills by stepping into character and becoming one with your character!  Work with us in making your character shine through every picture! Scare the photographers with your fighting spirit aura! (we won't get mad :)  Cast your charm magic to them. Shoot out your eye beams to the camera lens. Synchronize with your character 100%! Live it out loud! Give us your best poses and show everyone what you've got!  

Come as a group and pose with your friends!  Our team of photographers will be waiting for you! 

Garage Sale

Garage Sale

Got old anime goods you want rid of? Looking for that out of print ultra-rare, limited edition box set or figurine? We'll take your old goods and put them up for sale at your asking price for you! If it sells, you get the cash after the convention minus 10% commission. If it doesn't, you get the goods back at the end of the convention, no charge!

Merchandise Table

Have you fallen hopelessly in love with the Otakuthon mascots?  Looking for that branded, limited edition item from your favourite convention?  Don't miss the official Otakuthon merchandise table at the exit of the Exhibition Hall!  A selection of unique items will be at your fingertips throughout this epic weekend!

If you missed the chance to order your T-shirt during pre-registration, come to the Merchandise table to see if there are any left in your size!  If not, you'll still find a number of nice surprises to collect.  Buy Otakuthon merchandise to help us fund future projects and make us known to the whole world! :)