Anime Festival Asia Returns to Thailand in May 2026 After a Decade Hiatus

"Since our last event nearly 10 years ago, before we stopped. Frankly, at that time, the market for animations and related content wasn't as large as it is now."

"After stopping for about 2-3 years, when looking at the Thai market again, we found there was still opportunity and it showed signs of continuous growth, leading to the decision to hold the event again this year."

"This is due to the end of the COVID period, which caused the market for this type of content to grow. Especially animations, which now have channels from various platforms, leading to an increase in the fan base."

"But because the cost of living there is high, we thought that if we are to hold an event, the content should cater to and be suitable for the Thai market."

"With the return of the event to Thailand, the content brought to the event is more diverse, and the ticket prices this time are more accessible."

"The fan base for Japanese pop culture already exists. But by holding an event here, what we hope for is to bring Japanese content even closer."

"I am also a singer and actor, but part-time I do cosplay. I enjoy dressing up in cosplay sometimes."

"Because it's quite relatable to us. Like some characters, whether it's Luffy, Naruto, or other Japanese anime characters, who might seem a bit quirky, but actually have passion and dreams."

"It was a driving force for me when I was young."

"Many Japanese artists are coming, including manga artists, soundtrack singers, and voice actors."

"It's been many years since the last event. This time it's bigger than before. For those who already love it, I hope many will come to this event."