HachiCon

The official schedule IS HERE! There are SO many amazing events, panels, and contests, happening at HachiCon this year! Head to our website to check out the full schedule, and start planning for all the fun things you want to do at the con!
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utahhachicon.com/schedule
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Your mission from Hachi, should you choose to accept it: collect every stamp at HachiCon! Pick up a card at registration to get started, then visit the listed stations around the con to get it stamped! If you collect every stamp, you can get a free exclusive Hachi sticker!
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Delicious in Dungeon? More like Delicious in Dine-In! We have our very own pop-up kitchen this year, stocked with Japanese-American fusion foods, cooked by Hachi’s very own grandma! From savory hot dogs to energizing onigiri, Kou’s Kitchen has something for everyone!

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✨️Be sure to note that Shiba Boba will be at the con both days, and Critical Hit Soda and Ramen Haus will be there on Saturday only!✨️

We hope you’re all hungry, because we have some amazing food vendors joining us! Our friends at Shiba Boba, @criticalhitsoda.bsky.social, and Eamen Haus have some max level food and drinks ready for everyone!
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ALT ID: a pink and yellow graphic featuring mascots Hachi and Kou on the left side. On the right side is text that reads: HachiCon second hand sale is open to the public! Friday only! The second hand sale does not require a badge to attend! Come snag a great deal! The second hand sale is at 10am to 12:30pm. Don’t miss it! End ID.

Score a great find at the HachiCon second hand sale! The sale is open to the public, no badge required!! It only runs on Friday, from 10am to 12:30pm (before the convention opens), so don’t miss it!
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Online badge sales are ENDING tomorrow August 8th! Badges will still be available for purchase at the convention–for full weekend and single day–for those who want to buy at the door, but they will no longer be available for purchase through our website after August 8th.
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ALT ID: A text-based graphic with information about the game tournaments at HachiCon. Text reads: Gaming room hours are Friday and Saturday: 12pm to 10pm. How to Play Jan Ken Paw is at 5pm on Friday and 1pm on Saturday. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament is at 6pm on Friday. Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament is at 3pm on Saturday. Jan Ken Paw tournament is at 3pm on Saturday. At the bottom of the graphic is an info blurb about Jan Ken Paw that reads: did you know HachiCon has a card game? Jan Ken Paw is based off of rock paper scissors! You only need 5 cards to play! Visit the Jan Ken Paw table in the main hall to learn more. Participate in our free play, and get your own starter pack! End ID.

No con is complete without a super fun game room! Whether you want to jump into retro gaming, test your skills in one of our three tournaments, or relax with some board games, there’s something for everyone!
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Everybody give a big Hachi Hello to @oneemilys.bsky.social, one of our 2025 cosplay contest judges! We’re so excited to have her on board, be sure to show her lots of love!
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Everybody give a big Hachi Hello to @crimsonclericcos.bsky.social, one of our 2025 cosplay contest judges! We’re so excited to have them on board, be sure to show them lots of love!
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Everybody give a big Hachi Hello to @rennacosplay.bsky.social, one of our 2025 cosplay contest judges! We’re so excited to have her on board, be sure to show her lots of love!
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Know your route before the con! Whether you’re taking the train, the bus, or if you plan on just making your way downtown, walking fast, you can use our handy map to make sure you’re taking the best route!
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We hope you’re all ready to rock out at HachiCon with our guests at @weebstreets! Taking inspiration from the Japanese Chika (underground) idol scene, Weeb Streets brings music, dance, and a love for performance everywhere they go!
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HachiCon, are you ready to rumble?! The Lucha Project is coming to HachiCon! Every wrestler has a backstory, every match is an arc, and nothing is impossible--it’s a live-action anime battle! Bring your energy, and they’ll bring them mayhem!!
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Image ID: a colorful graphic with mascots Hachi and Kou on the left side. At the top is text that reads "badge giveaway, win a badge for yourself and a friend!" On the right side is text that reads "winners! Congrats to... Instagram: strawberrybunny._.mizi. Facebook: Cheri Allen. BlueSky: metalkicker." End ID.

And the BlueSky winner is... @metalkicker.bsky.social!! We'll be reaching out to the winner in DMs to get them their prize!

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our giveaway, and we can't wait to see you all at HachiCon!
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As I have mentioned on stream, I will be returning to Utah to perform at @hachicon.bsky.social! I'll be doing a total of FOUR PERFORMANCES as listed in the schedule~ We're gonna sing songs, dance, and have a great time! I'll try my best to record each performance!
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Let's give a big welcome to our friends @kenshintaiko! Taiko drumming has often been called the “heartbeat of Japan,” and has been used to celebrate various festivals for hundreds of years! Kenshin Taiko are here to keep this art form and tradition alive in Salt Lake City!
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We're so excited to announce @otakudreamscafe as returning guests for HachiCon 2025! ✨️ Don't miss out on their energetic performances during the cosplay contest's half-time show! Please give a warm welcome to Otaku Dreams and show them lots of love!
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Audrey Fisher (aka Toastbuncomics) fell headfirst into the world of webtoons in 2018 and never looked back. Her obsession sparked not only her own webcomic journey, but also The Webtoon Wave, a fun insightful podcast where your favorite Webtoon creators spill their secrets!
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Purpah is an artist and writer based in Burbank, California. They earned a BFA in illustration and have since gone on to create “Suitor Armor” on Webtoon as well as writing for other projects. They live with their partner, their cat Imhotep, and their bunny Bellatrix!
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Ingrid Ochoa is a Mexican-born writer and illustrator based in Utah, best known as the creator of “The Kiss Bet” on Webtoon. She lives with her three cats and tells heartfelt stories with humor and charm!
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Tomorrow is the last day to enter our badge giveaway! (And you can enter on all 3 of our socials, by the way 👀)

ALT ID: a text graphic that reads: Accessibility information: we want everyone to join in the fun!! If you think you may need ADA accommodations at the convention, please let us know at registration! We’ll provide you with info on what assistance we have prepared! In the bottom left corner of the graphic is a pink circle with a wheelchair logo inside a paw print, surrounded by text that says “follow me for the ADA route! Para una ruta más segura, ¡sígueme!” Next to the pink circle is a yellow text box that reads “need a gentler walking path? Follow Hachi’s paw prints around the con! She’ll show you how to avoid things that could trip you up!” At the bottom of the graphic is a link that reads www.utahhachicon.com/accessibility. End ID.

HachiCon is for everybody, and we want everyone to be able to join the fun! If you need any ADA accommodations at the con, just let us know at registration! Head to our website to read more about our accessibility policy and accommodations.
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A graphic of Hachi the dog in a pair of glasses with her nose in a book, next to a photo of a manga library. The text reads: "Feeling a little overwhelmed? Come take a breather in the library! Our manga library is a designated quiet space!!"

Feeling a little overwhelmed? Need a break from the con chaos? Just want to find a fun new manga series to read? Come visit our manga library! The library is a designated quiet space at the con and is open to all!
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Submissions for cosplay gatherings are now open! Fill out the submission form linked below to get your gathering on the schedule!
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We’re less than a month away, and we can’t wait to see all of your amazing cosplays! Show off what you’re bringing to HachiCon with our super fun cosplay lineup templates!
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utahhachicon.com/cosplay_lineup_frame
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Hachi art is created by Spy Hop Design Apprentices of 2024!
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HachiCon wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers! Whether you’re a seasoned staffer or a first-timer, we’d love to have you on board! There's all kinds of positions: badge check, security, panel support, and more! Applications close 8/1, so sign up now!
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ALT ID: A colorful graphic featuring art of mascots Hachi and Kou in sunglasses. The header reads “HachiCon Year 2: August 15th and 16th, 2025, at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, West Valley.” The body of the graphic is a list of guests and events. It reads: “with special guest artists Purpah, creator of the Webtoon “Suitor Armor,” Ingrid Ochoa, creator of the Webtoon “The Kiss Bet,” and Audrey Fischer, host of the podcast “Webtoon Wave.” With special performances by Kenshin Taiko, the Lucha Project, Weeb Streets, and Otaku Dreams. As well as artist alley, cosplay contest, game room, manga library, live performances, idol showcase, kpop dance party, gunpla contest, food trucks, and panels. In the bottom corner, it reads “we’ll see you there! www.utahhachicon.com.” End ID.

It’s almost time, and we are SO ready for HachiCon 2025! We have some incredible guests, amazing events, fun contests, and so much more! Don’t miss out on the funnest event of the summer! Head over to utahhachicon.com and get your tickets today!
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We’re so excited to welcome our incredible judges for the Gunpla contest! @Khoi_Fysh, Alan, and Son Tran! They’re incredible creators and judges and we’re so excited to have them with us for the contest!
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Get your tools ready, because HachiCon's first-ever Gunpla Contest is a GO! Huge thanks to our friends at @mrshobbyshop for running and sponsoring this contest!

For rules and more info, head over to utahhachicon.com! We can't wait to see what you make!
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