Cosplay
Japanese Name:
コスプレ
Romaji Name:
kosupure
Description
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Cosplay is the hobby of dressing up as characters from anime, manga, video games, or movies.
Participants create or buy costumes to look like their favorite fictional characters.
Cosplayers often attend conventions, photo shoots, and competitions.
It involves makeup, wigs, props, and sometimes role-playing.
Cosplay allows fans to express creativity and show admiration for their favorite stories.
It’s popular worldwide, with diverse communities and styles.
Both casual and professional cosplayers enjoy the social and artistic aspects.
Cosplay blends fashion, performance, and fandom culture into a unique art form.
History
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Cosplay began in Japan in the 1970s, inspired by manga and anime fans.
The term “cosplay” was coined in the 1980s by Nobuyuki Takahashi after attending a sci-fi convention.
Early cosplay was mostly amateur and focused on homemade costumes.
It grew rapidly in Japan with the rise of anime and manga culture.
Cosplay spread internationally during the 1990s through conventions and the internet.
Western countries developed their own cosplay scenes and styles.
Today, cosplay is a global phenomenon with professional models and designers.
It continues to evolve with new characters, technologies, and fan communities.