Advance Applications Begin for Popular Stage Events, Work Experience, and Cosplay Parade [Kochi Ani-Curi Festa 2026]
Advance applications have opened for stage events and other activities at the Kochi Ani-Curi Festa 2026.
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The stage events for the "Kochi Ani-Curi Festa 2026," where anime creators and fans will gather in Kochi, have been announced. To alleviate congestion and ensure safety, popular stage programs will require advance application for a lottery-based participation ticket (free). Those wishing to participate are requested to check the schedule and apply.
The Kochi Anime Creator Holy Land Project Executive Committee will hold the "Kochi Ani-Curi Festa 2026" on Saturday, April 11th, and Sunday, April 12th, 2026, for two days. The event will take place mainly at the Kochi Prefectural Citizen Gymnasium and various locations in Kochi City, bringing together anime creators and fans. Popular and new anime will be featured, along with numerous events related to anime work and experiences. On the 11th, the winners of the Kochi Anime Creator Award will be announced and awarded.
The Kochi Ani-Curi Festa is made possible through the support of our credit union and the Regional Future Foundation.
Enjoy on the Main Stage! Timetable
This year too, we have a stellar lineup of guests. In addition to the Award Ceremony and voice actor stages, there will be plenty of performances by the World Cosplay Summit and stages where you can hear about the behind-the-scenes of anime production.
*Some stages require a participation ticket.
DAY 1 April 11 (Sat)
10:15-10:30 Opening
11:00-11:30 Ceremony
11:30-13:30 Kochi Anime Creator Award 2026 Ceremony
The award ceremony for the Kochi Anime Creator Award, which aims to discover and nurture new talent among anime creators from Kochi, will be held. Nominated works and their creators will gather.