JAPAN WEEKEND MADRID 2024: THE MAIN MANGA AND ASIAN CULTURE MEETING
2024/09/13
The Spanish capital is preparing to host the most eagerly awaited event for fans of manga, anime and Asian culture: Japan Weekend Madrid. This event will be held at the IFEMA MADRID exhibition centre, attracting thousands of visitors over two intense days in which the city will become the epicentre of otaku fandom in Spain.
Japan Weekend offers a wide range of activities designed for the enjoyment of all attendees. These include special guests, concerts, workshops, competitions, talks, cosplay exhibitions, video games, board games, and many other forms of entertainment. This year, fans will be able to meet Sakizo, a renowned illustrator; Herminio, a prominent cosplayer; and Akeboshi, a talented singer.
One of the main attractions of the event is the Retro Weekend, a specialised area dedicated to classic and not so classic video games, both on consumer consoles and arcades. Visitors will have the opportunity to find material that is already out of print or very difficult to find, enjoy arcades, exhibitions and stands dedicated to the sale of material, as well as participate in activities designed for all lovers of this culture.
Activities scheduled for Japan Weekend Madrid include:
- Asian Dance Competition
- Cosplay League International Parade and Final
- Concerts
- Rave Otaku
- Origami and calligraphy workshops
- Asian food masterclass
- Talks about curiosities of Japan
- Exhibitions and sales of Japanese paintings
- Karaoke
- Board games
- Video game tournaments 
This event is not only a celebration of manga and anime, but also an opportunity to immerse oneself in the richness of Asian culture. Origami and calligraphy workshops will allow attendees to learn and practice traditional Japanese arts, while Asian food masterclasses will offer a unique culinary experience.
In addition, the Cosplay League parade and international final promise to be one of the most exciting moments of the event, bringing together the best cosplayers from around the world in a competition full of creativity and talent. The concerts and the Otaku Rave will add a musical and festive touch, ensuring that the fun never stops.
Don't miss the opportunity to live this unique experience at Japan Weekend Madrid 2024. For two days, IFEMA MADRID will become a meeting point for all fans of manga, anime and Asian culture. We look forward to seeing you to share the excitement and magic of this incredible event!