Nijigen no Mori × World Cosplay Summit '3rd Awaji Island COSPLAY - Awacos -' Significantly Expands Family-Oriented 'Kids Program'! New Ninja Play and Free Photography Service Implemented
Nijigen no Mori anime theme park on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, will host the 3rd 'Awaji Island COSPLAY - Awacos -' on May 30, 2026, in cooperation with World Cosplay Summit. The event will significantly expand its 'Kids Program' for families, introducing new activities such as ninja play and a free professional photography service.
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Nijigen no Mori, an anime theme park on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, will host the cosplay event '3rd Awaji Island COSPLAY - Awacos - Powered by World Cosplay Summit' on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in cooperation with WCS Inc., which organizes the world's largest cosplay event, the 'World Cosplay Summit'.
Nijigen no Mori has previously held Awaji Island COSPLAY - Awacos - twice. Cosplayers dressed as characters from various two-dimensional contents, not limited to works related to each attraction, gathered on Awaji Island and enjoyed photography and interaction in an environment surrounded by 360° nature.
For this 3rd 'Awacos', a special program targeting families and child cosplayers will be implemented.
This program was planned for children to immerse themselves in the world of anime and games through cosplay and create special family memories. A wide variety of content is available, including cosplay experiences, distribution of Awacos certification (stickers), and free photography by professional photographers.
Furthermore, this event is open not only to those in elaborate costumes but also to those in casual, light cosplay, making it safe and enjoyable for beginners and families.
In addition, cosplay participants will be able to enter attraction areas that usually require separate tickets, and can freely utilize the locations for photography purposes. The ability to use various photo spots with only a cosplay participant ticket is also a unique charm of this event.
Moreover, to commemorate the 3rd holding, the 'TV Anime Attack on Titan x Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event' area will be specially opened during the daytime, allowing for a photography experience at an unusual time. This is attracting attention as a valuable opportunity to experience the world of the work more realistically.
Main contents of the family-oriented "Kids Program"
1. Mystery Solving Experience & Prop Rental
At the 'NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato' area, an interactive mystery-solving game 'Uncover the Secrets of Scientific Ninja Tools!' featuring Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki will be held. Participants will solve mysteries through crafts using stickers and origami, and as a clear bonus, original can badges will be presented. In addition, a special rental of the premium item 'Minato's Kunai' will be provided exclusively for Awacos participants, allowing them to enjoy authentic ninja cosplay photography.
2. Awacos 'Hero / Ninja / Trooper' Certification Gift
Awacos 'Hero / Ninja / Trooper' certification stickers will be distributed primarily to children aged 12 and under, as proof of participation in the experience content. These will be presented by speaking to staff at the Awacos reception or each theme area. The design is perfect for photos and can be taken home as a souvenir.
3. Food and Drink Linked Mini Benefit
Elementary school-aged child cosplayers will receive a vanilla soft-serve ice cream (premium vanilla) at Mori no Terrace. Please enjoy this as a reward after enjoying the event in cosplay, during your family's break time.
4. Free Photography Service by Professional Photographers
Official WCS photographers will provide a free photography service for kids and families. One photo data will be instantly transferred to a smartphone on the day, and additional data will be provided later upon request. Memories from the lawn plaza and each theme area can be preserved with professional quality.
5. Special Guest 'Handmade Family' Visit
The popular YouTuber influencer 'Handmade Family', very popular with families, will appear at Awacos. Participants can enjoy interaction and photography through their rounds inside the venue and group commemorative photos (12:00 / Mori no Terrace).
Profile: 'Handmade Family' is a creative unit that enjoys crafting and expression as a family. They create works that reproduce the world of anime and manga, mainly focusing on handmade costumes and items made by the mother. Akari-chan and Satoru-kun portray characters together with their father and mother, and the whole family creates a single work. They share their creation process and finished works on social media, supported by approximately 110,000 followers on YouTube, 60,000 on Instagram, 50,000 on TikTok, and 10,000 on X. They convey the joy and excitement of crafting from a family perspective.
6. Collaboration Project with Shinki Biz Cosplay Club
To promote cosplay culture in Hyogo Prefecture, members of the 'Shinki Biz Cosplay Club' by Shinki Biz Produce Inc., a company of the Shinki Bus Group which operates route buses and highway buses mainly in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, will visit the event.
Nijigen no Mori has previously held Awaji Island COSPLAY - Awacos - twice. Cosplayers dressed as characters from various two-dimensional contents, not limited to works related to each attraction, gathered on Awaji Island and enjoyed photography and interaction in an environment surrounded by 360° nature.
For this 3rd 'Awacos', a special program targeting families and child cosplayers will be implemented.
This program was planned for children to immerse themselves in the world of anime and games through cosplay and create special family memories. A wide variety of content is available, including cosplay experiences, distribution of Awacos certification (stickers), and free photography by professional photographers.
Furthermore, this event is open not only to those in elaborate costumes but also to those in casual, light cosplay, making it safe and enjoyable for beginners and families.
In addition, cosplay participants will be able to enter attraction areas that usually require separate tickets, and can freely utilize the locations for photography purposes. The ability to use various photo spots with only a cosplay participant ticket is also a unique charm of this event.
Moreover, to commemorate the 3rd holding, the 'TV Anime Attack on Titan x Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event' area will be specially opened during the daytime, allowing for a photography experience at an unusual time. This is attracting attention as a valuable opportunity to experience the world of the work more realistically.
Main contents of the family-oriented "Kids Program"
1. Mystery Solving Experience & Prop Rental
At the 'NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato' area, an interactive mystery-solving game 'Uncover the Secrets of Scientific Ninja Tools!' featuring Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki will be held. Participants will solve mysteries through crafts using stickers and origami, and as a clear bonus, original can badges will be presented. In addition, a special rental of the premium item 'Minato's Kunai' will be provided exclusively for Awacos participants, allowing them to enjoy authentic ninja cosplay photography.
2. Awacos 'Hero / Ninja / Trooper' Certification Gift
Awacos 'Hero / Ninja / Trooper' certification stickers will be distributed primarily to children aged 12 and under, as proof of participation in the experience content. These will be presented by speaking to staff at the Awacos reception or each theme area. The design is perfect for photos and can be taken home as a souvenir.
3. Food and Drink Linked Mini Benefit
Elementary school-aged child cosplayers will receive a vanilla soft-serve ice cream (premium vanilla) at Mori no Terrace. Please enjoy this as a reward after enjoying the event in cosplay, during your family's break time.
4. Free Photography Service by Professional Photographers
Official WCS photographers will provide a free photography service for kids and families. One photo data will be instantly transferred to a smartphone on the day, and additional data will be provided later upon request. Memories from the lawn plaza and each theme area can be preserved with professional quality.
5. Special Guest 'Handmade Family' Visit
The popular YouTuber influencer 'Handmade Family', very popular with families, will appear at Awacos. Participants can enjoy interaction and photography through their rounds inside the venue and group commemorative photos (12:00 / Mori no Terrace).
Profile: 'Handmade Family' is a creative unit that enjoys crafting and expression as a family. They create works that reproduce the world of anime and manga, mainly focusing on handmade costumes and items made by the mother. Akari-chan and Satoru-kun portray characters together with their father and mother, and the whole family creates a single work. They share their creation process and finished works on social media, supported by approximately 110,000 followers on YouTube, 60,000 on Instagram, 50,000 on TikTok, and 10,000 on X. They convey the joy and excitement of crafting from a family perspective.
6. Collaboration Project with Shinki Biz Cosplay Club
To promote cosplay culture in Hyogo Prefecture, members of the 'Shinki Biz Cosplay Club' by Shinki Biz Produce Inc., a company of the Shinki Bus Group which operates route buses and highway buses mainly in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, will visit the event.