@ibashocon.bsky.social
A new Asian pop-culture convention in Raleigh NC! ๐ Be your authentic self! ๐๏ธ BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY! -> ibashocon.com ๐๏ธ
Special thanks to the amazing VA, artists, and community members who helped make this event unforgettable.
Your support means the world to me and the entire #IbashoCon Team; we've made a meaningful impact, and we couldn't have done it without you.โค๏ธ
#IbashoCon #CharitySuccess #LGBTCenterOfRaleigh
๐Thank You for An-Amazing #IbashoCon 2025 Silent Charity Auction!๐
We are overjoyed to announce that, thanks to your incredible generosity, we raised $1,085 for the LGBT Center of Raleigh!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by, donated, or contributed in any way.
New Con Vlog is out! This past weekend I ended up vending over at @ibashocon.bsky.social for their first year as a con! So come and see how it looked! youtu.be/-A9XpMCWo8c?...
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There is less than 5 days to sign-up for Gohon Kumite 2025! With a maximum of 32 competitors per game (48 max for SSBU), spots are filling up quickly, so don't wait!
Go for broke and sign up for a chance at the Grand Prize!
#IbashoCon #NCFGC #SF6 #T8 #SSBU #GGST #GBVSR #RaleighNC #NCSweep #FGC
Introducing our Gohon Kumite 2025 Commentators! Thank you OkiZeni, @wintersoulyk.bsky.social, GooeyLagoon, @pineapplehour.com, @soloman98.bsky.social, @tacowaffle.bsky.social, @hobbes2.bsky.social, & @ninstar123.bsky.social for providing your talent to the event!๐
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๐จ Iโll be appearing at Ibashocon next weekend, February 22-23 in Raleigh, NC with my Digimon cast mates @dorothyfahn.bsky.social and #TomFahn (aka Agumon) ๐ Canโt wait to see everybody there! #anime #voiceactor #digimon #akira #ibashocon
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Special shoutout to our community sponsor, @xepherarcade.com! Theyโll be at #IbashoCon with some awesome arcade machines in our free play area, and also in our Skyline Exchange exhibitor hall! Check them out in Durham, NC, we hear they have Miku Gatorade.
#Arcade #HiiragiEmuri #RhythmGames #RDU
๐Event Highlights:
โจFreebies (while supplies last)
๐ธPhoto ops & crafts
๐๏ธExciting raffles
๐ญInsiderโs look into danmei cosplay by Yaya Han!
Whether you're a seasoned danmei fan or curious about this enchanting genre, we welcome you to celebrate and join us!
#Danmei #IbashoCon #Raleigh #Cosplay
โจStep into the mortal realm for a gathering like no other!โจ
Join us at IbashoCon on Sunday, February 23rd, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in The Fan Circuit for the โDanmei Gathering in the Mortal Realmโโpresented by the legendary @yayahan.bsky.social and the incredible Kenza Cosplay!
Secure your spot now!๐จ๐ฅ
www.ibashocon.com/hotel
๐จStay Close to the Action!๐จ
Our #IbashoCon hotel block at Hilton Raleigh North Hills has been extendedโbut rooms are limited! Book to unlock:
โจSpecial discounted rates
โจFREE overnight parking
โจAccess to Friday night pre-con events (when you book both days!)
#RaleighNC #LastChance #RDU
Did you hear?!๐The original English voice actors of Neon Genesis Evangelion, Tiffany Grant (Asuka) & Amanda Winn Lee (Rei), are coming to #IbashoCon! They'll be signing autographsโ๏ธ& hosting panels๐ค
Don't wait! grab a figure & get it signed at our awesome upcoming event!๐ฅ
#Animazed #Evangelion #RDU
๐ขATTENTION GAMERS๐ข
Gohon Kumite is in 2 weeks! That means sign-ups will be closing soon!๐ฑ
With a $400 prize pool for each game & limited spots available, what are you waiting for??? Sign up today before it's too late! start.gg/gohonkumite
#GohonKumite #RDU #SF6 #T8 #GBVSR #GGST #SSBU #NCSweep
Donโt forget that online sign-ups for the CosCraft Comp Craftsmanship Contest closes on February 10th, so sign up now!
ibashocon.com/coscraft-comp
#IbashoCon #Cosplay #CosplayContest #RaleighNC
โจGet ready to meet our fantastic cosplay host for IbashoConโBritnithecat!โจ
Britni McNeill is a NC cosplayer, actress, and content creator with a BA in Theatre & over 12 years cosplay experience! From Wig styling to prop making, Britni has
a strong passion for embodying the characters she portrays.
๐ญ Weโre beyond lucky to have such a talented and passionate individual leading our cosplay contests. Get ready to be inspired by her creativity and dedication at IbashoCon!
ibashocon.com/tickets
#IbashoCon #Cosplay #CosplayContest
โจMeet the cosplay extraordinaire Chiki!โจ
With her vast experience and award-winning talent, Chiki is the heart and soul behind IbashoConโs Cosplay Contests.
Chiki has won a multitude of awards for her own cosplay work, and her work has been featured in "1000 Incredible Costume & Cosplay Ideas"!
Don't miss outโsecure your spot and be part of the ultimate anime and pop-culture experience!
#IbashoCon #LastChance #SaveTheDate #BadgeSale
โจLast Chance to Save!โจ
Get 10% OFF IbashoCon Badges from February 1st to February 15th using code LASTCHANCE10 at checkout!๐๏ธ
๐ฅThis is your final chance to snag a discounted badge before the convention. Plus, when you pre-register, youโre guaranteed an exclusive IbashoCon lanyard!
Hey Neverland! We just got in Her, and each album comes with it's own poster to choose from!!! We're so excited for Minnie's first solo album, and we wanna hear how hype you guys are too!! What's your favorite track??
#AnimazedGW #Merch #Kpop #GIdle
At IbashoCon, Yaya Han will serve as one of the Masters of Ceremonies for our danmei events and will host exclusive panels during the weekend.
Donโt miss this opportunity to meet a true cosplay icon and celebrate the magic of fandom together!๐
#IbashoCon #YayaHan #Cosplay #Danmei
โจWe're beyond thrilled to announce that the legendary @yayahan.bsky.social will be joining us at our first-year convention!โจ
Yaya Han is a cosplayer, designer and author with more than 20 years of experience, appearing on countless books, newspapers and online media outlets globally!
๐จStay Close to the Action!๐จ
Our IbashoCon hotel block at has been extendedโbut rooms are limited!
Book through us to unlock:
โจSpecial discounted rates
โจFREE overnight parking
โจAccess to Friday night pre-con events
Secure your spot now!๐ฅ
ibashocon.com/hotel
#IbashoCon #CosplayNC #RaleighNC #RDU
Get exclusive perks as our way of saying thank you for your support.
We never imagined you'd show us this much love. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ๐
๐ฅDonโt miss outโsecure your badge today and join us in building something unforgettable!
#IbashoCon #AnimeCon #Local #ExclusiveDeals #RDU
๐Be Part of IbashoCon History!๐
Want exclusive IbashoCon merch, epic bragging rights, and 20% off tickets for life? ๐ The Sugureta Sponsor Badge is your golden ticketโbut it's almost gone!
Limited quantity & never produced again!
Every dollar goes straight to making IbashoCon even better.
Each game also has a $400 Prize Pool, but act quick, spots are limited! Sign up today to have a chance at the grand prize!
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#IbashoCon #NCFGC #FGC #SF6 #T8 #SSBU #GGST #GBVSR #RaleighNC #NCSWEEP
We are entering the final weeks to enter our game tournament, the Gohon Kumite! We have a 5 game lineup, including:
๐ฅStreet Fighter 6
๐ฅTekken 8
๐ฅSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate
๐ฅGuilty Gear: Strive
๐ฅGranblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Patrick is so excited to meet everyone, please look forward to his appearance at #IbashoCon 2025!
Get you tickets today! ibashocon.com/tickets
#GenshinImpact #VoiceActor #RaleighNC #RDU #IbashoCon2025
Surprise! We have one more guest to announce. ๐ Introducing the amazing Patrick Pedraza to IbashoCon! โจ
Hailing from Oxnard, CA, Patrick is a Latino Voice Actor currently best known for voicing the highly anticipated character Scaramouche in Genshin Impact as well as many well known voices!
๐ฐ Prize Pools:
1st Place: $200
2nd Place: $100
3rd & 4th Place: $50 each
5th-8th Place: $25 each
First come, first serve โ caps at 32 players
Think youโve got what it takes to conquer the competition? Show us your skills!
ibashocon.com/tcg
#IbashoCon #TCG #OnePieceCardGame #PokemonTCG #RaleighNC
