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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Mar 14

Special thanks to the amazing VA, artists, and community members who helped make this event unforgettable.

Your support means the world to me and the entire #IbashoCon Team; we've made a meaningful impact, and we couldn't have done it without you.❤️

#IbashoCon #CharitySuccess #LGBTCenterOfRaleigh

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Mar 14

🌟Thank You for An-Amazing #IbashoCon 2025 Silent Charity Auction!🌟

We are overjoyed to announce that, thanks to your incredible generosity, we raised $1,085 for the LGBT Center of Raleigh!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by, donated, or contributed in any way.

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JoeSchmmo @joeschmmo.bsky.social · Feb 28

New Con Vlog is out! This past weekend I ended up vending over at @ibashocon.bsky.social for their first year as a con! So come and see how it looked! youtu.be/-A9XpMCWo8c?...

Ibashocon 2025- The Con's Very First Year!

YouTube video by Joe Schmmo

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 16

There is less than 5 days to sign-up for Gohon Kumite 2025! With a maximum of 32 competitors per game (48 max for SSBU), spots are filling up quickly, so don't wait!

Go for broke and sign up for a chance at the Grand Prize!

#IbashoCon #NCFGC #SF6 #T8 #SSBU #GGST #GBVSR #RaleighNC #NCSweep #FGC

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 16

Introducing our Gohon Kumite 2025 Commentators! Thank you OkiZeni, @wintersoulyk.bsky.social, GooeyLagoon, @pineapplehour.com, @soloman98.bsky.social, @tacowaffle.bsky.social, @hobbes2.bsky.social, & @ninstar123.bsky.social for providing your talent to the event!🎉

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Joshua Seth @joshuaseth.bsky.social · Feb 16

🚨 I’ll be appearing at Ibashocon next weekend, February 22-23 in Raleigh, NC with my Digimon cast mates @dorothyfahn.bsky.social and #TomFahn (aka Agumon) 🎉 Can’t wait to see everybody there! #anime #voiceactor #digimon #akira #ibashocon

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 15

Special shoutout to our community sponsor, @xepherarcade.com! They’ll be at #IbashoCon with some awesome arcade machines in our free play area, and also in our Skyline Exchange exhibitor hall! Check them out in Durham, NC, we hear they have Miku Gatorade.

#Arcade #HiiragiEmuri #RhythmGames #RDU

IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 14

🎁Event Highlights:

✨Freebies (while supplies last)
📸Photo ops & crafts
🎟️Exciting raffles
🎭Insider’s look into danmei cosplay by Yaya Han!

Whether you're a seasoned danmei fan or curious about this enchanting genre, we welcome you to celebrate and join us!

#Danmei #IbashoCon #Raleigh #Cosplay

IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 14

✨Step into the mortal realm for a gathering like no other!✨

Join us at IbashoCon on Sunday, February 23rd, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in The Fan Circuit for the “Danmei Gathering in the Mortal Realm”—presented by the legendary @yayahan.bsky.social and the incredible Kenza Cosplay!

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 11

Secure your spot now!🏨🔥

www.ibashocon.com/hotel

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 11

🚨Stay Close to the Action!🚨
Our #IbashoCon hotel block at Hilton Raleigh North Hills has been extended—but rooms are limited! Book to unlock:
✨Special discounted rates
✨FREE overnight parking
✨Access to Friday night pre-con events (when you book both days!)

#RaleighNC #LastChance #RDU

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Animazed!!! 😆 @animazedstore.com · Feb 11

Did you hear?!🎉The original English voice actors of Neon Genesis Evangelion, Tiffany Grant (Asuka) & Amanda Winn Lee (Rei), are coming to #IbashoCon! They'll be signing autographs✍️& hosting panels🎤

Don't wait! grab a figure & get it signed at our awesome upcoming event!🔥

#Animazed #Evangelion #RDU

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 10

📢ATTENTION GAMERS📢

Gohon Kumite is in 2 weeks! That means sign-ups will be closing soon!😱

With a $400 prize pool for each game & limited spots available, what are you waiting for??? Sign up today before it's too late! start.gg/gohonkumite

#GohonKumite #RDU #SF6 #T8 #GBVSR #GGST #SSBU #NCSweep

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 9

Don’t forget that online sign-ups for the CosCraft Comp Craftsmanship Contest closes on February 10th, so sign up now!

ibashocon.com/coscraft-comp

#IbashoCon #Cosplay #CosplayContest #RaleighNC

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 9

✨Get ready to meet our fantastic cosplay host for IbashoCon—Britnithecat!✨

Britni McNeill is a NC cosplayer, actress, and content creator with a BA in Theatre & over 12 years cosplay experience! From Wig styling to prop making, Britni has
a strong passion for embodying the characters she portrays.

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 9

🎭 We’re beyond lucky to have such a talented and passionate individual leading our cosplay contests. Get ready to be inspired by her creativity and dedication at IbashoCon!

ibashocon.com/tickets

#IbashoCon #Cosplay #CosplayContest

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 9

✨Meet the cosplay extraordinaire Chiki!✨

With her vast experience and award-winning talent, Chiki is the heart and soul behind IbashoCon’s Cosplay Contests.

Chiki has won a multitude of awards for her own cosplay work, and her work has been featured in "1000 Incredible Costume & Cosplay Ideas"!

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 6

Don't miss out—secure your spot and be part of the ultimate anime and pop-culture experience!

#IbashoCon #LastChance #SaveTheDate #BadgeSale

IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 6

✨Last Chance to Save!✨

Get 10% OFF IbashoCon Badges from February 1st to February 15th using code LASTCHANCE10 at checkout!🎟️

🔥This is your final chance to snag a discounted badge before the convention. Plus, when you pre-register, you’re guaranteed an exclusive IbashoCon lanyard!

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Animazed!!! 😆 @animazedstore.com · Feb 6

Hey Neverland! We just got in Her, and each album comes with it's own poster to choose from!!! We're so excited for Minnie's first solo album, and we wanna hear how hype you guys are too!! What's your favorite track??

#AnimazedGW #Merch #Kpop #GIdle

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 5

At IbashoCon, Yaya Han will serve as one of the Masters of Ceremonies for our danmei events and will host exclusive panels during the weekend.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet a true cosplay icon and celebrate the magic of fandom together!🌟

#IbashoCon #YayaHan #Cosplay #Danmei

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 5

✨We're beyond thrilled to announce that the legendary @yayahan.bsky.social will be joining us at our first-year convention!✨

Yaya Han is a cosplayer, designer and author with more than 20 years of experience, appearing on countless books, newspapers and online media outlets globally!

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 4

🚨Stay Close to the Action!🚨

Our IbashoCon hotel block at has been extended—but rooms are limited!

Book through us to unlock:
✨Special discounted rates
✨FREE overnight parking
✨Access to Friday night pre-con events

Secure your spot now!🔥

ibashocon.com/hotel

#IbashoCon #CosplayNC #RaleighNC #RDU

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IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 3

Get exclusive perks as our way of saying thank you for your support.

We never imagined you'd show us this much love. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 💜

💥Don’t miss out—secure your badge today and join us in building something unforgettable!

#IbashoCon #AnimeCon #Local #ExclusiveDeals #RDU

IbashoCon @ibashocon.bsky.social · Feb 3

🌟Be Part of IbashoCon History!🌟

Want exclusive IbashoCon merch, epic bragging rights, and 20% off tickets for life? 👀 The Sugureta Sponsor Badge is your golden ticket—but it's almost gone!

Limited quantity & never produced again!

Every dollar goes straight to making IbashoCon even better.

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