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Event Information

Welcome Guide

What’s acosta!?

acosta! is a large-scale cosplay event with over 200,000 participants every year!
Held almost monthly across Japan, primarily in the Kanto and Kansai regions, acosta! has continued to grow in size and attendance since its debut in March 2014.

acosta! Highlights

Expanding nationwide!

We are increasing the number of event venues and areas with every year! Broaden your cosplay experience with acosta!

Snap, play, cosplay!
Enjoy all the fun activities you want in cosplay!

Have fun in cosplay!

Ordinary places become extraordinary during acosta! Whether you’re coming with friends or flying solo, there’s tons of fun waiting for you.

Make friends with shared interests!

Dedicated interaction badges encourage healthy connections between participants!

Take photos in stunning locations!

Events are held in a wide range of venues. Find your favorite and have fun taking photos during the event!

Many participating stores!

On event days, many stores allow entry in cosplay! Enjoy food, shopping, and entertainment all day long in your costume.

Our goal is to make everyone welcome!

Tickets

Choose from
various options
and enjoy longer
event hours.

Photo
Service

Have your photos taken
by our professional
photographers.

Cosplay-Friendly Stores

Shop, eat, and play,
all while staying in costume.

Multilingual Support

We welcome cosplayers
from all over the world.

Beginner-Friendly

New to cosplay?
We’ve got you covered!

Gear
Rental

Rent cosplay essentials on-site.

Family Fun

Parents and kids
can attend together.

Other
Services

We’ve got
even more perks
waiting for you.

Special Events

Cosplay Doujin Sale Event

Show off your creative cosplay activities and meet fellow fans at acosta! Marche, a cosplay-themed doujinshi event regularly held alongside acosta!

Take the Stage

Show off your performance on a professional stage!
Dance-loving cosplayers will enjoy the CDEF dance performance event, regularly held alongside acosta!

Check out event highlights here!

How to Participate

If you’re buying your ticket online…
If you’re buying your ticket at the venue…

STEP 0

Register for free on the staca Ticket Center.

STEP 1

Buy advance tickets for your chosen event.

All tickets are digital.
Purchase history is recorded, and no paper tickets are issued.

On the Day

STEP 2

Wait in the advance ticket line.

STEP 3

Prepare your digital ticket.

Select the ticket in the Staca Ticket Center and display its QR code.

STEP 4

Show your digital ticket at the check-in desk.

If you’re cosplaying, please use the designated changing rooms to get ready and enjoy the event to the fullest!

STEP 0

Get ready to purchase your ticket.

Here’s what you’ll need on the day of the event:
・Participation fee
・Your staca (QR code or card)
or a valid ID for personal identification


On the Day

STEP 1

Bring your staca (QR code or card) or a valid ID to the check-in desk.

STEP 2

Pay the participation fee at the check-in desk.

If you’re cosplaying, please use the designated changing rooms to get ready and enjoy the event to the fullest!

Respect others and enjoy the event responsibly!

FAQ

About tickets

Q. Do I need to buy a ticket if I only plan to interact with the cosplayers?

Yes, you need to purchase a ticket to participate in the event.

Q. Online advance tickets are sold out. Can I purchase tickets at the event?

No, tickets that are sold out online will not be available for purchase at the event.
Any tickets with remaining availability can be purchased only through the staca Ticket Center.
For the latest details on ticket availability, please check the event’s official website or official X account.
*We cannot provide ticket availability details via individual inquiries.

Q. How do I transfer tickets?

The process is explained here.

About the event

Q. Can I post videos taken at acosta! online?

Videos taken at acosta! cannot be uploaded to video-sharing platforms such as YouTube or Nico Nico Video.
Posting on social media like TikTok, X (Twitter), and Instagram is allowed, as long as no other participants or bystanders are visible.
Any issues that may arise as a result of these posts are the poster’s responsibility.
Check each event’s page for detailed rules on video recording.

Q. Where can I get a staca QR code or card?

A staca will be automatically issued when you register as a member on the staca Ticket Center.

Q. Can I arrive at the venue in cosplay?

You may only arrive in cosplay if you hold a ticket not including changing rooms.
Using public transportation (train, bus, taxi, etc.) while in costume is not permitted.
Changing or applying makeup in parking lots or inside vehicles is also prohibited. Please get ready at home and travel to the venue in your own car.
For more details, check the event participation rules.

Q. Can I take a taxi while wearing cosplay?

No, using taxis in cosplay is prohibited as they are considered public transportation.
If you plan to arrive in costume, please use your own car. *This applies only to tickets without changing rooms.
The same applies when leaving the event.

Q. What is acosta’s photo service?

You can learn more here.

Q. I would like to cover the event. Is that possible?

For media coverage inquiries, please contact us here.

Upcoming Events

To purchase advance tickets,
registration with the staca Ticket Center is required.