Welcome to the schedule for Katsucon 19 in 2013!
Katsucon is an annual 3-day fan convention held in the D.C. metro area for multicultural enthusiasts and entertainment. Katsucon is produced by Katsucon Entertainment, Inc. (KEI), a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization dedicated to bringing information about Japanese animation, society, and traditional and popular culture to fans everywhere.
Are you curious about the Japanese clothing you often see in anime? Ever wondered about the difference between a kimono and a yukata? Does it matter how you wear a kimono? What's with schoolgirls always wearing those sailor style uniforms? Why does yet another series have yet another girl dressed as Kikyo from InuYasha? If these questions sound familiar, this panel is the place for you! We'll delve into the significance of some of anime's most common attire, and learn what these clothes mean to the Japanese audience.