These days, cosplay functions as a 40 billion yen industry and has a large impact on Japan’s economy. Now, before moving on, please allow me to clarify that "cosplay" to Japan does not only refer to ...

NAGOYA, Japan — It takes intense dedication, hours of prep and a whole lot of sewing: dressing up as Japanese characters may not be an Olympic sport, but these competitors are at the top of their game ...

Over the past 30 years, cosplay (コスプレ) has grown from a small subculture to a worldwide cultural phenomenon. While for some, cosplay has become a hobby that borders on an obsession, for others the ...

Takahashi. He should know: Takahashi helped invent the word itself. The following is an excerpt from Cosplay World, a new book written by Kotaku’s Brian Ashcraft and, well, me.It’s available now on ...

the government plans to review commercial copyright rules regarding fair use by the end of the fiscal year in March. While wearing a character costume does not infringe copyright, a violation could ...