Cosplay

Cosplay is short for "costume play", and is type of performing arts commonly practiced in Japan. Anything from the real or virtual world could be used as a subject of cosplay. When performing cosplay, participants dress in costumes and accessories that resembles a character or idea. Most costumes are characters from manga, anime, comic books, video games, movies, and videos. Cosplay has highly influenced Japanese street fashion and popular culture.

Cosplay costumes vary from very simple costumes to greatly detailed suits. Other then cosplay events, cosplay costumes are worn for fun and entertainment, and is not specifically for any holiday or event as it is a hobby for anybody to enjoy. Some people prefer to purchase their costumes, but most people create their own costumes. Most costumes aim for the specific details of the character or idea they are trying to resemble.