NAGOYA, Japan – August 2, 2025
World’s Largest Cosplay Fest Hits Nagoya, Features Dragon Quest Island Pop-Up
Cosplay enthusiasts are descending on Nagoya for the World Cosplay Summit 2025, with a special pop-up store from Dragon Quest Island drawing fans to the event.
- The World Cosplay Summit 2025 kicks off August 2-3 in Nagoya.
- A Dragon Quest Island popup store offers exclusive merchandise.
- The event is held at Oasis 21’s ABCDEFG Square in Higashi-Sakura.
- Dragon Quest Island is an immersive RPG attraction in Hyogo Prefecture.
The world’s largest cosplay event, World Cosplay Summit 2025, is set to captivate fans in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on August 2 and 3, 2025. A special highlight this year is the first-ever pop-up store from Dragon Quest Island, offering a unique experience for attendees.
This special booth, usually found at “Nigenno Mori Animation Awazima Park” in Awajima, Hyogo Prefecture, will feature “Dragon Quest Fukubiki Sow Special ~ The Island of Joma and Start!” This popular product is typically only available at the park. The event encourages all adventurers, even those in cosplay, to join the summit.
Event Details
Opening Period
August 2 (Sat) and August 3, 2025 (Sun)
Location
Oasis 21, ABCDEFG Square, Higashi-Sakura 21-1, Higashi Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Business Hours
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Featured Attraction
Dragon Quest Fukubiki Sow Special ~ The Island of Joma and Start!
Dive into “Dragon Quest Island: Tsushima King Joma”
Dragon Quest Island offers an immersive field RPG experience, blending real and digital elements to recreate the world of Dragon Quest. Based on the worldview of “Dragon Quest III and the Legend of the Hero,” the attraction features subquests, exclusive merchandise, and themed food. Embark on a new adventure at Dragon Quest Island!
Discover more about Dragon Quest Island
Dragon Quest Island Operating Hours
Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Last entry 6:00 PM)
Weekends and Holidays: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Last entry 7:30 PM)
* To experience subquests, please enter 30 minutes before the final entry time.
Ticket Prices
Light Ticket (Admission + Main Quest): Adults ¥3,400–¥4,500; Children (5-11) ¥1,800–¥2,500
Gold Ticket (Light Ticket + Sub Quest): Adults ¥5,400–¥6,500; Children ¥3,100–¥3,800
Premium Ticket (Gold Ticket + Premium Product): Adults ¥12,400–¥13,500; Children ¥10,800–¥11,500
Booking tickets online is highly recommended for a smoother entry!
Secure your spot in advance for a seamless experience!
Stay in the “Cocoon of Slime” Collaboration Room
For an unforgettable stay, book the “Cocoon of Slime” collaboration room. Guests receive exclusive yukata with original designs, a special photo frame upon completing in-room missions, and themed gifts. The room is adorned with decorations featuring Slimes, the original character Homilot, and Onion Slimes, complete with slime-shaped pendant lights and treasure chests.
Hyogo Prefectural Awazima Park Animation Park “Nigen Nomori”
Since 2008, Pasona Group has collaborated with local governments and officials in Awajima, Hyogo Prefecture, to revitalize the region. Adopted in 2013, the “Awaji Comics and Animation Irish Project” leverages the park’s 134.8 hectares of natural beauty to attract new tourism and implement regional revitalization strategies.
Stay updated with the latest news on the official Nigen Nomori website or Twitter!
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