Denden Town & Surroundings, Osaka

A mecca of electronics, robots, and pop culture, Den Den Town hosts this epic event every March where hundreds of thousands of anime and video-game fans, robot lovers, and collectors pour into Nippombashi. The main street will be closed off to traffic to make room for a crowd of cosplayers and TV characters eager to show off their fine work. Do not miss the grand parade of people in cartoon-character costumes, cute maids from maid cafés, popular performers, and more. Live music shows, food stalls, workshops on electronic equipment, and various other interesting activities will take place. Do note that participating in the cosplay and or the cosplay parade requires registration. For more information, please visit the website.