Modern Japanese culture has helped introduce a new generation to Japan!
Our Japan Now section of the festival has the latest and greatest in modern Japanese fashion, anime-inspired hats and accessories, and the Japan Wow! Pavilion, so you can experience the latest in video games and “Cool Japan” pop-culture!
2023 Vendors
AwesomeCon
Awesome Con is back, and we’re celebrating 10 years of Awesome in 2023! Join us at Sakura Matsuri for giveaways, photo ops, special guest cosplayers, and more—in partnership with Plus Ultra Entertainment!
Bar Therapy Beverages
Matcha-Coladas – Freshly prepared Pina Coladas with a Japanese influence/Matcha infusion. Pineapple cored in front of customers (freshly cut Pineapple blended with Matcha, fresh Lime Juice, and Sugar Cane Juice) and served inside a cup or a Pineapple.
Ben and Jerry’s
Delicious scoops of ice cream in a cup or waffle cone. Also offering water and Gatorade.
Chyari
Anime-inspired original artwork and artwear, with a unique selection of custom-made jackets, t-shirts, prints, stickers and more!
Collectors Anime LLC
Local anime vendor specializing in Blu-Rays/DVDs, figures, and imported collectibles direct from Japan!
DMV ITASHA
The DMV area’s local itasha group displaying a variety of Japanese pop-culture characters (anime, manga, games) on their cars.
Floral Frolic
A watercolor rainbow of cute inspired by Japanese culture! Original artist-designed plush, shirts, bags, pins and art prints!
Furry Feline Creatives
Original character design studio and lifestyle brand that is about diversity, inclusivity and creativity.
HKT Import Toys/ Mugentoys.com
Your home for direct importers of Japanese toys and collectibles.
IT Cosplay
We specialize in anime cosplay and Japanese-imported anime merchandise and gift items!
Kiddleton
Bringing you the latest Crane Game Machines straight from Japan! Come by and test your skills.
KJ Vending
We have claw machines with the newest anime-themed toys and other merchandise for sale.
Miryokucon
Miryokucon is Baltimore’s newest anime/videogames/Japanese pop culture event, debuting at the Marriot Inner Harbor at Camden Yards in downtown Baltimore from September 29 through October 1, 2023!
Otakon
Visit the Otakon booth to learn more about Otakon 2023, July 28-30, 2023, at the WEWCC in Washington, DC. There will be plenty of prizes and fun!
PlusHii Kawaii
PlusHii Kawaii sells handmade fashion accessories for fans of kawaii and alternative fashion.
Stuffed Sushi
Come hug a deliciously adorable Sushi Roll and Riceball at Stuffed Sushi! All of our plush are handmade with love.
Steve Minty
Personally designed and engineered geeky bottle openers and high-end luxury playing cards.
Japan Wow! Sponsor
