Awaji Island Resort Launches “Empty-Handed Cosplay” Package for World Cosplay Summit Attendees
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A new hospitality offering aims to streamline the experience for cosplayers attending the “Awaji Island COSPLAY Powered by World Cosplay Summit” event, removing the logistical burdens of transporting elaborate costumes and props.
The GRAND CHARIOT Big Dipper 135° resort on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, will provide a special “empty-handed cosplay” stay for guests checking in on Friday, December 19th, and Saturday, December 20th, 2025, coinciding with the popular cosplay event. This innovative package is designed to alleviate the common challenges faced by cosplayers – namely, transportation, luggage management, and pre-event planning.
Streamlining the cosplay Experience
According to a company release, the package includes four key services:
- Advance Baggage Collection: Guests can ship their costumes, wigs, and props directly to the hotel prior to arrival.Upon check-in, these items will be delivered to their rooms. Following the event, the hotel will handle the return shipping of all cosplay materials, enabling a comfortable and hassle-free departure.
- Convenient Park Access: The service offers convenient access to various areas within Nijigen no Mori Anime Awajishima Park,including the large lawn area and themed zones dedicated to popular franchises like “Crayon Shin-chan,” “NARUTO & BORUTO,” and “Godzilla Interception Operation.” Participants will avoid the need to navigate the event grounds in full costume while transporting their belongings.
- Private Changing Rooms: Guests will have access to private changing rooms equipped with skylights, providing a comfortable space for makeup submission and costume adjustments.
- Shuttle Service: A shuttle service will then transport them directly to the event venue.
Awaji Island COSPLAY & Nijigen no Mori
The “Awaji Island COSPLAY~Awakos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit” will be held on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, with event hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.Tickets,ranging in price from ¥3,000 to ¥4,800 depending on access to changing rooms,are available for purchase at https://www.cnplayguide.com/evt/evtlst.aspx?kcd=128901.Tickets grant access to “Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park”, “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinsato”, “Godzilla Interception Operation”, and “Dragon Quest Island,” though some areas may have restricted access.
Nijigen no Mori Anime Awajishima Park, located just a short distance from Kobe across the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, offers an immersive anime experience spanning an area equivalent to approximately 28 tokyo Domes. The park features attractions based on globally recognized anime, manga, and game franchises, designed to engage all five senses. More details can be found at https://nijigennomori.com/?utm_campaign=pr.
The World Cosplay Summit’s Expanding Reach
The World Cosplay Summit (WCS), established in 2003, has grown into one of the world’s largest cosplay events, currently involving over 40 countries and regions. The summit fosters international exchange through cosplay, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers. The 2025 event will mark the 23rd iteration of the festival, continuing its evolution as a global celebration of pop culture. Further information about the WCS can be found at https://worldcosplaysummit.jp/.
Those interested in utilizing the “empty-handed cosplay” service are encouraged to contact the GRAND CHARIOT staff in advance, as accomodation fees do not include event tickets. This new offering underscores a growing trend in the hospitality industry to cater to the specific needs of niche communities,enhancing the overall event experience and fostering greater participation.
