In the back there are a lot of model kits and even begun to sell Necomimi, the cat ears that move and react according to brain waves. This store is definitely another hot spot for anime lovers living in New York City. If you’re looking for random key chains, plushies, model kits, etc. for a very low price then Elizabeth Center is the place to go.
One Piece Merch. Dragon Ball Z Merch. my Hero ACademia Merch. Tokyo Ghoul Merch. Naruto Merch. Demon Slayer Merch.
Toy Tokyo is one of those stores you can just enjoy going inside with a friend or by yourself because it’s fun to look at their unique merchandise like their designer toys, different versions of Godzilla, and blind boxes from Kidrobot and Japan.
Is there a coat and/or bag check? Yes, the Javits Center operates multiple coat checks.
We want everyone at Anime NYC to be safe, and if our security team feel you have something which isn't safe, you may check it at our Bag Check – but it won't be allowed into Anime NYC.
Every year, Anime NYC requires free reservations for some of our biggest events. In 2021, we saw lines for major events without reservations start as long as five hours before they began.
If you are going to an anime convention, you should plan to budget at least $500-$1000.
FOOD AT ANIME NYC Anime NYC is excited to feature diverse food options all around the Javits Center – including a number of local NYC partners offering a range of Japanese food!
Anime NYC is New York City's anime convention! A showcase of the best of Japanese pop culture in the biggest city in America, Anime NYC brings anime fans together for three days of unique exhibits, exclusive screenings, and appearances by some of the biggest creators in Japan!
Find Anime NYC - 3 Day Pass tickets New York starting as low as $317.00. Most tickets will be general admission. We sometimes have premium or VIP tickets available. They can cost as much as $761.00 a ticket.
13 years oldAttendees age 13 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, age 18 or older, for the duration of their time at the event. Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult if required to pick up their badge in Will Call at the Registration Booth.
Anime NYCInaugurated2017Attendance53,000 (est.) unique in 2021Organized byLeftField MediaWebsiteanimenyc.com7 more rows
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. If you are not cosplaying, you should make sure you are wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes, as you will likely be on your feet most of the day. The convention may be hot once you are inside the venue, so you may want to dress in layers to stay comfortable.
Here's some advice about cosplaying at an anime convention. Do I need to wear a costume to the convention? Not at all. You can definitely enjoy a convention without dressing up.
As anime conventions get bigger, they do get more money from ticket sales. Unfortunately this also means that their expenses also go through the roof. The show itself takes up more space. Liability insurance, production insurance, union members to rig lights, staging and electricity.
All in all, your easiest and best bet to get merchandise stateside, is to shop online on US-based sites. As always with online shopping in merchandise (and everything you buy online) check the sites’ legitimacy before you use them, and as always, if something doesn’t feel right from a seller, then don’t buy!
2. Other Merchandise sites. Other sites that aren’t from specific companies also carry anime merchandise. It is important to check out the legitimacy of the website though (like with any online shopping).
Companies like FUNimation have their own merchandise shops. Mostly though, the company specific shops have more manga and DVDs, than merchandise like figurines or wall-scrolls. Basically, if a company releases anime and/or manga in the United States, chances are they’ll also have other merchandise. 2.