Nijigen no Mori, an anime park located within Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, has teamed up with WCS Co., Ltd., organizers of the World Cosplay Summit, one of the world's largest cosplay events, to hold the cosplay event "The 2nd Awajishima COSPLAY ~Awakos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit" on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Prior to general ticket sales, reservations will begin today, Monday, January 5, for the "Awakos Participants Only: 'Come Empty-Handed Cosplay' Special Stay," which includes a stay at Nijigen no Mori's official luxury villa, Grand Chariot Big Dipper 135°, and an event participation ticket.
This event is an experiential cosplay event where cosplayers and visitors can enjoy sharing the world of the works at "Nijigen no Mori," a space where you can experience the world of two-dimensional content such as anime, games, and movies, which Japan is proud of, in a space that combines nature and technology.

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◆Past Event Reports

A large number of cosplayers, mainly from the Kansai and Tokai regions, participated in the first Awajishima COSPLAY ~Awakos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit, held on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Participants dressed up as their favorite characters and enjoyed taking photos and interacting with others in various attraction areas unique to Nijigen no Mori, including the vast natural "Large Lawn Plaza," "NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi Village," "Dragon Quest Island: The Demon Lord Zoma and the Island of Beginnings," "Godzilla Intercept Operation - National Godzilla Awajishima Research Center," and "Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park."

▲NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi Village

▲NARUTO collaboration room <Hokage's Villa>

The open location, surrounded by nature on all sides, is linked to the worlds of "Dragon Quest" and "NARUTO," and the immersive experience of being able to feel as if you were a real character in the work was highly praised.
From the participants
"It was refreshing to be able to shoot in a location surrounded by vast nature."
"It was a dream come true to be able to cosplay as my favorite character in the attraction area of ​​the work."
"There were so many photo spots that it was impossible to see them all in one day, and I would love to participate again."
The event caused a huge stir, with many comments such as these appearing on social media.
Due to this positive response and the many voices of expectation, Nijigen no Mori will cooperate with WCS Co., Ltd. to hold the second event on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

■ Overview of the 2nd "Awajishima COSPLAY ~Awakos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit"

Following the positive response to the first event, for the second time, we have prepared several types of participation tickets so that many customers can enjoy "cosplay" itself. In addition to the "Cosplayer Ticket" which allows access to dedicated indoor changing rooms, we have also prepared a "Photography/General Ticket" for those who just want to take photos and interact with cosplayers. You can freely enter and exit each attraction area of ​​Nijigen no Mori and enjoy the great outdoors, an immersive world view, and the infinite possibilities of your favorite costumes and makeup all day long.

Date

2026/5/ 30 (Saturday)

Time

10:00-17:00 (changing rooms available/photography available in the large lawn area)

Venue

"Nijigen no Mori Anime Awajishima Park" (2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Sponsorship

WCS Co., Ltd.

In cooperation with Unnan City Tourism Association

Nijigen no Mori Co., Ltd.

Reservations for Awakos participation tickets

https://www.worldcosplaysummit.jp/awacos/

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Remarks
*Please bring your own cosplay costume.

■Pre-orders now open! Grand Chariot Big Dipper 135° "Awacos Participants Only: 'Empty-handed Cosplay' Special Stay" Overview

"Grand Chariot Big Dipper 135°" Information
The 135 guest rooms at Grand Chariot Big Dipper 23° are reminiscent of a cocoon, and the sunrise and starry sky seen from the skylights over 5 meters high are truly spectacular. Meals are supervised by Yamashita Haruyuki, Japan's leading master chef, who owns 13 restaurants both in Japan and overseas. Guests can enjoy dishes made with ingredients from Awaji Island, a treasure trove of food that has supplied the Imperial Court as "Miketsukuni".

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Friday, November 2026, Saturday, November 5, 29
*This offer is available to those staying on either date.

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The following items are included with the accommodation plan at Grand Chariot Hokuto Shichisei 135°

①Selectable collaboration room and early check-in

Exclusively for those staying in the collaboration room with this plan, check-in, which is normally at 15 PM, will be possible from 13 PM. You can also take your time taking photos in the collaboration room.

②Free transportation to and from the Awakos venue and each attraction

We will provide transportation in a special vehicle to areas where you can take photos, such as the large lawn area within Nijigen no Mori, Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park, Naruto & Boruto Shinobi Village, Godzilla Intercept Operation, and Dragon Quest Island.

③ Advance luggage collection service

We will store your necessary cosplay luggage, such as costumes, wigs, and props, at the hotel in advance. After receiving your luggage, we will carefully carry it to your room.

④ Free luggage delivery service after check-out

We will ship not only your costume, but also your props, wigs, and other belongings to your home free of charge, so you can return home light and happy after the event.

⑤Event participation ticket

Your Awakos participation ticket will be handed over to you upon your arrival at Nijigen no Mori on the day of the event.

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■About "Nijigen no Mori Anime Awajishima Park"

It's only a five minute journey from Kobe to Awajishima, crossing the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge! In the midst of the magnificent natural surroundings of Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, which boasts an area the size of 28 Tokyo Domes, you'll find a new type of anime park that uses IT technology to deliver a Nijigen experience that "anyone can get engrossed in."
There are various attractions available where you can enjoy "Nijigen Content" such as anime, manga, and games, which Japan is proud of around the world, with all five senses.
Enjoy the worldview of the originals, which are recreated from popular content both in Japan and overseas, such as "Dragon Quest," "Godzilla," the "NARUTO" series, and "Crayon Shin-chan," as well as experiential attractions where you can play with your whole body in the great outdoors.
*For details, see the website (https://nijigennomori.com/?utm_campaign=pr) available for viewing.

◆Let's enjoy the New Year on Awaji Island! Let's spend a special day together that can also be enjoyed as a tourist spot.

In addition to its appeal as a cosplay event, this event is a special program day that families, friends, and couples can enjoy as part of their February Awaji Island sightseeing and weekend leisure. Located in an easily accessible location from Kobe and Osaka, just across the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, its convenient access is another attraction. It's easy to visit on a day trip, perfect for spring break or a quick outing. It can be enjoyed in conjunction with sightseeing. Why not take this opportunity to come visit Nijigen no Mori and spend a special day where cosplay and 2D content come together?

 

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●What is GRAND CHARIOT Hokuto-shichisei 135°?

A luxury villa located on the highest point of Anime Park Nijigen no Mori, located in Awajishima Prefectural Park.
This is a special spot where you can feel the pleasant breeze blowing up while enjoying a panoramic view of the Akashi Strait, the gently rippling blue waves, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge, and even the Kobe cityscape.

Located on a hilltop within the park, the hotel is noiseless, allowing you to experience the changing seasons with all your senses, and at night you can enjoy the unrivaled location of seeing the glittering Kobe cityscape on the opposite shore and the star-filled sky above Awaji Island. Meals are provided under the supervision of Chef Haruyuki Yamashita, Japan representative at the World Gourmet Summit and Hyogo Prefecture Food Advisor, and are made with carefully selected ingredients from Awaji Island, making for a unique experience. All guest rooms have 5m-high skylights and cypress baths, and the facility also features a rice bran enzyme bath, and you can also enjoy the Nijigen no Mori attractions within the park.

In addition, this accommodation boasts a high level of customer satisfaction, having been selected as a "Top Luxury Accommodation" based on Rakuten Travel's own criteria, a selection that only accounts for approximately 0.3% of all hotels and inns listed on the site.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you.

 

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GRAND CHARIOT Hokutoshichisei 135° (GRAND CHARIOT Hokuto-shichisei 135°)
656-2301 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, 2425-2
TEL: 0799-64-7090
Email: grand-chariot@nijigennomori.jp