JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2026: Cosplay & Anime Event

by Sofia Alvarez Entertainment Editor
written by Sofia Alvarez Entertainment Editor

Thai Cosplay Champions to Share Secrets at “WCS Talk: From Regional to Glory”

A special event offering an unprecedented look into the world of competitive cosplay is set to take place at JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2026, providing aspiring cosplayers with invaluable insights from Thailand’s most celebrated World Cosplay Summit (WCS) competitors.

JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2026 will host “WCS Talk: From Regional to Glory,” a unique project designed to reveal the dedication, artistry, and passion behind Thailand’s success on the global cosplay stage. The event promises a deep dive into the rigorous preparation, innovative costume design, and personal experiences of Thai cosplayers who have competed in Nagoya, Japan, at the WCS – widely recognized as the world’s largest cosplay competition.

The talk will feature a lineup of legendary champions, offering a rare opportunity for the next generation to learn directly from their idols. Attendees will gain access to exclusive advice on how to represent Thailand in future competitions. According to event organizers, the goal is to “feel the spirit of cosplay and share the energy for your dreams.”

Scheduled to appear are:

  • Tucky & Lucky: The reigning champions, having won WCS Thailand in 2025.
  • AYUMU & Kimawara: Winners of WCS Thailand in 2024.
  • Katto: A decorated competitor, claiming victory at WCS Thailand in both 2018 and 2023, and achieving 3rd place at the WCS World Conference in Japan in 2018.
  • Ryou: Victorious at WCS Thailand in 2020 and again in 2023.
  • Thames: The 2022 WCS Thailand winner, also securing 3rd place at the WCS World Conference in Japan that same year.
  • Jasper Z: A highly respected figure in the Thai cosplay community, Jasper Z has won WCS Thailand in 2018 and 2022, and consistently placed among the top competitors, earning 3rd place at the WCS World Conference in both 2018 and 2022.

The event will explore all facets of the competitive cosplay journey, from the intense preparation phases to the intricacies of costume production – techniques that have garnered international acclaim – and the unique experience of living and competing in Nagoya.

“WCS Talk: From Regional to Glory” will be held at Central World during JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2026. Interested participants can find more information about tournament participation and the event itself at the following resources:

This event represents a significant opportunity for Thailand’s burgeoning cosplay community to connect with its heroes and gain the knowledge needed to pursue their own dreams on the international stage.

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Sofia Alvarez – Entertainment Editor

Culture critic with bylines in Variety and Rolling Stone. Tracks film, TV, music and celebrity trends across continents.

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