Philippines joins World Cosplay Summit (WCS)

In another positive development for the Philippine Cosplay Community, the World Cosplay Summit (WCS) had officially granted the Philippines an "Observer Status" in the WCS.  This means that the Philippines can now have a representative to be displayed on the World Cosplay stage in Japan and even perform.  The only limitation is that as long as it is an observer status, they will not be included in the judging.
Consequently, Anime Alliance Philippines will be the official Philippine-based organization that was granted to be the caretakers and rights holder of the WCS name in the country.  According to the press release made by Anime Alliance, they would continue working until the Philippines officially becomes a member of the World Cosplay Summit.

Photo capture from AnimePH

The World Cosplay Summit is a gathering of outstanding cosplayers from 20 countries in 5 continents vying for the title of World Cosplay Champion. This is an annual event held in Nagoya, Japan by TV Aichi, the founding company of the World Cosplay Summit.
If there will be someone to really thank however it would be all the cosplayers who compose the cosplay and Otaku community in the Philippines.  If not for them, the community will not be vibrant, colorful, exciting and thriving as it is now.  They are the real reasons why we deserve to be in the World Cosplay Summit more than anything else. They are the real heroes of this achievement.
For more information and updates you can visit www.facebook.com/wcsph
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Featured Japanese Band : Baby Metal

With the busy work schedule writing seems to be leisure time for me, but when  I heard this Japanese band's song which was introduced to me by Elie, I was so inspired to write about them and introduce them to you as well.  Dear readers please welcome ---> BABY METAL!

Did some research on them and was surprised to know that the oldest among them is only 15.  Also, translated their single, Ijime, Dame, Zettai (イジメ、ダメ、ゼッタイ) which when translated to English means, "No more bullying / Bullying, No, Never".  It was not very typical to find songs which had good messages like this plus their sound is really awesome and unique.  Why?  Imagine hearing heavy metal and then JPop all at once and in combination.
If you are not convinced then let me bring up, Ijime, Dame, Zettai from Baby Metal performed by Su-Metal (vocal & dance), Moametal (scream & dance) and Yuimetal (scream & dance).

Baby Metal is actually part of a bigger group called, Sakura Gakuin which literally means "Cherry Blossom Academy").  It is a Japanese girl idol group, formed in 2010 by the Amuse talent agency.  Suzuka Nakamoto, 15 years old, is the Second Generation of Student Council President and a Junior High Year 3.  While, Mizuno Yui and Kikuchi Moa are both Junior High Year 1 and are 13 years old.  Considering their age they are one awesome group.
Sakura Gakuin was formed in April 2010 and participated in the first ever Tokyo Idol Festival 2010. While, Baby Metal was formed out of the Heavy Music Club on March 2012.  Here is another song from this epic group.

So what do you think?  Want to know more about them?  Well here is an interview form Otaku-Verse-Zero:

And to end our feature on BABY METAL here is one of the weirdest things you can see from them... let us all welcome Sadako doing the headbang!  Yeah!!!! Give your comments and reactions about these new band, BABY METAL...
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COSPLAY EVENT: 6th Philippine Cosplay Convention

Braze yourselves for this years 6th PHILIPPINE COSPLAY CONVENTION at Robinsons Manila.  For the first time the event will cover 2 days and will feature Individual and Group Cosplay on March 2-3, 2013.  The event will also debut the Cosplay Ranking System (CRS) of Cosplay.ph.
The event is organized by Cosplay.ph, Hobbiworx and Robinson’s Place Manila.  The event is FREE ENTRANCE but you have to strictly follow the Robinsons Place Manila House Rules for the 6th Philippine Cosplay Convention.  This perhaps is made after the incident during the last event at the area.
The Individual Cosplay Competition will also use the cosplay tag presentation wherein instead of catwalk or performances a "cosplay tag" will be used.  A cosplay tag is wherein the cosplayer interact with the cosplayer before hum and after him during the presentation.
Please do take note of the following:

Instead of a normal catwalk, each individual will interact shortly with the person in front of him/her and the person behind him/her. It can be as simple as a wave, handshake, etc. or as complicated as a short fight scene. We encourage you to talk to the person who will proceed and follow you to plan out your moves. A good transition will score you extra points with the judges.
As this is a Individual Cosplay, human props or any on-stage assistance is not allowed. Personal Assistants are allowed but they must stay off-stage at all times. They can, however, assist the cosplayer with props beforehand or even assist them in getting onstage. Very young children are allowed the assistance of their parents onstage if needed, however.

For more information on the  6th Philippine Cosplay Convention just click here.

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COSPLAY EVENT: Cosplay Idol at BulSU’s Otaku Jutsu No Daigaku moved to April 27

Naruto Cosplayers PH (NCPH) moved the COSPLAY IDOL event at Bulacan State University to APRIL 27, SATURDAY.  This decision was made upon a meeting with the partner organizers, BulSU Otaku Club.  Though it will be in April NCPH is  still bringing Otaku Encore Cosplay Idol at Bulacan’s first school based anime convention in order to showcase the artistry and creativity of both the students and anime enthusiasts in the OTAKU ART.  The event is an official partnership event with the BulSU Otaku Club together with ADCORE and in cooperation Anime Cosplay Empire (ACE) and Red Cloud Events and Productions.
Otaku Jutsu No Daigaku will give a chance to a student from BulSU to be the representative of Bulacan State University on Otaku Encore: Cosplay Idol.  The finals for the event will be held at Pinoy Otakufest 2013: Pinoy Superheroes Arise on May 24-25, 2013 at Starmall Trade Hall.


Besides the COSPLAY IDOL, the event is also open to non-Bulacan State University students and will be given a prize for Best Male, Best Female and Best Mecha/Armor Category.  BulSU students also have the same category plus the Cosplay Idol
For more information about OTAKU ENCORE COSPLAY IDOL at OTAKU JUTSU NO DAIGAKU please visit the official website of Naruto Cosplayers PH (NCPH).
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Rhianna and ANIMAX Uchusentai Noiz Concert VIP Pass Giveaway

Nihonggo Fiesta 2013 and the much awaited FREE CONCERT of Uchusentai Noiz is coming up on February 23.  Yes, we know it is a free concert but how would you like to have a VIP Pass and get a chance meet them up close and personal?  Well here is your chance because Rhianna Floresca, the newest Animax Ani-mate is giving Uchusentai Noiz VIP Pass as a giveaway.
Rhianna is giving away 5 VIP Passes to 5 lucky individuals for the 宇宙戦隊NOIZ(UchusentaiNOIZ) Official's free concert at the 2013 Nihonggo Fiesta.  To enter the raffle, just answer the question and send in your entry!

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on February 21 at 10 pm. 1 winner will be randomly chosen everyday starting February 17 up to February 21.  Send in your entries now and connect with Rhianna at  twitter.com/rhiannafloresca and rhiannafloresca.wordpress.com/
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