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[Notes] Anime Expo (another belated notes from a panel presented long ago) Panel: “The Symbolism of Japanese Textiles in Demon Slayer”

One of the most fascinating convention panels I attended explored the symbolism of Japanese textiles and clothing traditions reflected in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba at Anime Expo a few years ago. What initially looks like aesthetic costume design often carries layers of meaning through pattern, fabric, color, and historical association. The panel examined how kimono traditions, motifs, and textile language can deepen our understanding … Continue reading [Notes] Anime Expo (another belated notes from a panel presented long ago) Panel: “The Symbolism of Japanese Textiles in Demon Slayer”

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[Notes] “Localizing Manga and Light Novels” – (Belated notes from an Anime Expo J-Novel Club Industry Panel)

At Anime Expo several years ago, J-Novel Club hosted an industry panel titled ā€œHell Mode: Localizing Manga and Light Novels,ā€ exploring the work that happens between Japanese publication and English release. The discussion offered a great look at localization, editorial collaboration, and the balancing act between language, culture, and reader expectations. Here are notes from the panel: Localization Efforts Localization was described less as direct … Continue reading [Notes] “Localizing Manga and Light Novels” – (Belated notes from an Anime Expo J-Novel Club Industry Panel)

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[Notes] Anime Expo 2026 Panel: “Making Manga with VIZ” (3 July 2026)

The following notes were taken at Anime Expo 2026 during “Making Manga with VIZ” panel presented on 3 July 2026. The session provided information about manga creation and submission to VIZ media. (Learn more about submitting here: https://www.viz.com/submissions) These notes have been organized by topic and lightly clarified for future reference. Some submission requirements and terminology may need to be verified against current publisher guidelines … Continue reading [Notes] Anime Expo 2026 Panel: “Making Manga with VIZ” (3 July 2026)

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[Notes] Anime Expo 2026 Panel: “Decoding Success: The Anatomy of Storytelling in Japanese Manga with Noboru Segawa KODOKAWA” (4 July 2026)

The following notes were taken during ā€œDecoding Success: The Anatomy of Storytelling in Japanese Manga,ā€ a panel featuring Noboru Segawa of KADOKAWA, presented at Anime Expo on 4 July 2026. The panel discussed the development and publication of manga, including what can contribute to a successful debut, the relationship between manga creators and editors, the importance of feedback and communication, and the process of developing … Continue reading [Notes] Anime Expo 2026 Panel: “Decoding Success: The Anatomy of Storytelling in Japanese Manga with Noboru Segawa KODOKAWA” (4 July 2026)

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KPop Demon Hunters Fandom: Cultural Missteps and Growing Pains

By: Katherine CaƱeba | @kcserinlee I freakinā€™ love KPop Demon Hunters (KDH) (my favorite Saja Boy is Baby Saja, not counting Jinuā€”whom pretty much everybody loves!) and many of you probably do, too! I watched KDH at least 30 times in as many days, watched something else, then came back to watch it another 10 times or so. The soundtrack was on repeat for weeks … Continue reading KPop Demon Hunters Fandom: Cultural Missteps and Growing Pains

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[Event Review] Anime Expo Chibi: Growing Pains

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last November, I had a choice between two conventions: Kumoricon 2024 and Anime Expo Chibi 2024. As many of you know, Iā€™m a regular attendee at Kumoricon and, more recently, a panelist there. Itā€™s a convention I loveā€”a truly rewarding experience thanks to a staff that tirelessly puts on the event each year and a place I plan to … Continue reading [Event Review] Anime Expo Chibi: Growing Pains

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[Event Review] Anime Expo 2024 Presenting and Attending

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Hello, Everyone! You know, almost every year I say that this will probably be my last Anime Expo because it’s just become so big and so complicated, but this year I think I’ve committed to coming back. If any of you saw our announcement on June 29th, I was set to present 4 times during AX this year (and … Continue reading [Event Review] Anime Expo 2024 Presenting and Attending

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Anime Expo Announcement!

If you are interested in seeing Peggy (me) speak at AX, you can come see me at these panels: Panel Title: “Keynote: Researching Anime ā€“ An Introduction to Anime and Manga Studies” (speaking in the second half of the hour)Date/Time of panel: July 4, from 10:00am-11:00amPanel Room: 411 Panel Title: “Anime Blogging Basics with The Anime View”Date/Time of panel: July 4, from 11:30am-12:20pmPanel Room: 408AB … Continue reading Anime Expo Announcement!

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[Things Missed] Anime Expo 2023: Attendee & Presenter Experience

By: Peggy Sue Wood July 2023 was a difficult time for me. Originally, this was supposed to go up soon after the AX convention, but I missed the opportunity to do so at the time.  I was focused more on enjoying the convention itself since two of my friends joined me and I was dealing with personal things at home, but here is, essentially, my … Continue reading [Things Missed] Anime Expo 2023: Attendee & Presenter Experience

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[Things Missed] Anime Expo 2023 – Community Panels Post

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting July 2023 was a difficult time for me. Originally, this was supposed to go up soon after the AX convention, but I missed the opportunity to do so at the time.  Community panels are typically things like awards, social events, and other community-building events/panels that occur at a convention (like, for example, a town hall meeting, a bag-lunch luncheon, … Continue reading [Things Missed] Anime Expo 2023 – Community Panels Post

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