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Katsucon is a fan convention for multicultural enthusiasts and entertainment. It is an annual three-day event held in or around Washington D.C.
2 days until Katsucon 16!

At the Gaylord

Monday, Feb 8
Partly Cloudy
Currently: 26˚F
Feels Like: 19˚ F
Hi: N/A˚, Lo: 19˚
Partly Cloudy

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Japanese Word of the Day

Entryways and Bell Carts

In order to make things easier for everyone, the Gaylord has given us specific guidelines regarding the entrances we should use and their bell cart policy. Read more about these items on our Hotel & Travel page.

Bell Cart Usage
Please note: while the Gaylord will be heavily staffed in order to assist people [...]

Final Update to Pre-Reg Confirmation List

The final update to the Pre-Reg Confirmation List has been posted! We look forward to seeing everyone at Katsucon 16!!!

Reservation for Maid Café Closing Soon!

Reservations for Maid Café will close Wednesday at Midnight. Make your reservation now!

Maid Café Menu

The menu for Katsucon 16’s Maid Café is now available online. Go check it out (and make a reservation while you’re there)!

Katsucon Artist Area Staff Going Offline Tuesday

Katsucon Artist Area Staff going offline.

With the approaching convention only days away the KAA staff will be going offline on Tuesday February 9th at midnight to prepare the last minute details. This means they will not be answering emails or forum posts after that time. If you submit any questions they [...]

Katsucon’s Official Snow Policy

Katsucon’s Official Snow Policy can be found here. Check it out!

Katsucon Still On Despite Snow!

Straight from the mouth (well… the forum posting) of our Assistant Chair:

“Consider this official: we will not cancel the con unless some huge unforseen calamity that will actually shut down the Gaylord, and we’re talking hurricane, nulcear blast, meteor, or in the middle of a fight between Gojira and Gamera. I think a [...]

Reminder - Maryland Sales Tax ID

Just a quick reminder for those participating in Artist Alley: Katsucon, as the organizers, are submitting the paperwork to the MD Comptroller for the 30 Day Temporary Sales Tax License. Artists should receive the paperwork when they get home, if not before. What is important is to fill out the [...]

Katsucon 16’s First Press!

Katsucon 16 is already in the press – check out this excellent article on Gazette.net!

Registration Location Updates

The Registration locations have been updated! Thursday Pre-Reg-Pickup will now be in Exhibit Hall E, and Sunday Registration will be in Exhibit Hall D (use left entrance). Check out the Registration page for more details on locations, times, and what you need to bring!