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The most popular parts
of the anime convention scene are the panels and discussion groups that speak out for unique
interests pertaining to the hobbyist in all of us. This year at SakuraCon 2004, numerous
panels packed in the crowds to listen in and emphasize fan participation. In this
section of the convention environment, we'll show you some of the exciting panels to be at
throughout the busy weekend schedule. |
Sakura-Con
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Yoshitoshi ABe and
Yasuyuki Ueda: ABe
YoshiToshi (center left) and Yasuyuki Ueda (center right) spoke about their latest releases
at their Guest Focus panel. The session included directorial and character design
background work on shows, how to get into the industry, latest developments in the anime
world, and much more. |
Twisted Anime: It doesn't get any crazier than this! Subjects of weird anime and
inspired cosplay skits included parodies, gender-bending, poking fun at characters in shows
such as Trigun and Sailor Moon, complaints from background characters, and much more. |
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| Parents Guide to
Anime: Benefits of
watching anime pointed out to parents in this panel included reading skills improvements,
increased vocabulary, foreign language and art appreciation, being able to deal with complex
characters, technology skills awareness, and musical appreciation. |
Inuyasha: Trying to translate a more traditional type of manga
or anime series for both the hardcore fans and newbies in the mainstream anime audiences is
a hard task indeed. Difficulties pointed out for Inuyasha included translating jokes,
explaining cultural differences, slang inaccuracies, and more. |
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Enjoying Your
Cosplay with Bakazoku: Representatives
of this amazing cosplay troupe were on hand to discuss their latest cosplay endeavors and
funny cosplay experiences that stay true to the spirit of cosplay, skit presentations, and
balancing old school anime with the latest releases to keep cosplay fans really excited. |
Elfquest: An
American Manga: For the
elfquesters, panelists were on had to talk about the latest feature quests, intros on the
characters and background reviews, highlights of several stories, details about the
fascination with American fantasy, and side stories that spoofed Tiny Toons, Smurfs, Star
Wars, and much more. |
[Panels and Discussions 1] [Panels and Discussions 2] [Panels and Discussions 3]