A CELEBRATION OF A BELOVED ART FORM

Anime Expo ® is the United States' largest anime and manga convention. The Expo serves to foster trade, commerce and the interests of both the general public and the animation industry. This annual event serves as THE meeting place for the general public to express their interest, share their favorites, and explore the vast and various aspects of both anime and manga. In addition to the cosplay, debates, viewings, concerts and more...the members of both the anime and mangas industries bring their products to the people.

The Mission, Purpose, and Intent of the Anime Expo ®:

• Partnering with Purpose
  Anime Expo ® has partnered with the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation.
  
  To quote from the SBJA, "The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA) is a non-profit organization with a mission to popularize and educate the American public about anime and manga, as well as provide a forum to facilitate communication between professionals and fans."

  More information can be found at its website (www.spja.org).

• Who Attends
  Each year the Expo increases substantially in size, venue, and events. This year the expo drew over 100,000 fans attend the Anime Expo 2010. These are fans of Japanese animation, manga (comic books) and pop culture. "We're delighted that so many lovers of this extraordinary art form were able to travel from the four corners of the globe to join us for this spectacular extravaganza," said Michael Lattanzio, the non-profit SPJA's President and CEO. "Hollywood is ground zero for the entertainment world and the world of anime is so very special to so many people. It has really evolved into an absolutely amazing event."

• What Happens Here
  What DOESN't happen here? The Expo boasts a hosting of over 165 exhibitors showcasing tens of thousands of products! An Artist Alley which is the venue for amateur and semi-professional artists to celebrate Japanese pop culture through fantastic works of art.
  
  Fans are given numerous opportunities to meet the creative forces behind the art form and to participate in costume play, karaoke and video competitions, exclusive screenings, artist panels and autograph sessions.
  
  There are events at the Nokia Theater, Nokia Plaza, and the J.W. Marriott Ballroom. All these housed the AX Idol Contest, Battle of the Bands and the ever popular Masquerade, in which fans transform themselves into their favorite anime and manga characters through creative costuming, accessories and make-up.
  
  But more than any and all of that is the 4 amazing days set aside for people of all walks, likes, creeds, and nationalities who come together to share what they adore: ANIME!

The IN Show brings you YEAR ROUND coverage!

Anime Expo ® is never ending! Even though it came and went this past July 1-4, they are already working on the Expo's 20th Anniversary! You know that will definitely be the place to be!

You can count on us to bring you regular updates from eigoMANGA, FUNIMATION, HI-CHEW, and more! For now, we leave you with some great INformation on all those Guests of Honor that fired up the Anime Expo ® 2010's OTAKU attendees.

Now, check out our coverage of Anime Expo 2010!

Japan Video Games	Japan Video Games, located in Alhambra, CA, is a rock-solid import and domestic anime and gaming superstore. They have an impressive selection and are sure to treat each customer with care.
Veoh.com	Veoh.com is poised to be THE social network site. No longer do you watch your faves alone at home, instead, evite your friends and fam to watch with you. Jon Goldman takes time to explain what veoh can do for you.
"IN" bites - Set I	The Anime Expo 2010 Attendees were amazing! Take a look here for some of our mini INterviews with the Otaku and Cosplay attendees.
"IN" bites - Set II	You've heard of sound bites...well, we bring you IN bites! And, we've got another fun sampling of Otaku and Cosplay Attendees talking with us. Thanks to you all! (if you see yourself here, drop us an email, we'd love to hear from you)
"IN" bites - Set III	Another set of fantastic anime fans! You are THE best!
"IN" bites - Set IV	Good fun. Great atmosphere. Real people. Cool characters. Full-tilt expo. We LOVE this job!
SuperHero Enterprises	Davien of SuperHero Enterprises.
Pulp Fiction	Mary of Pulp Fiction Online.

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