Cultural Exchange
Courtesy Call on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by Participants of the World Cosplay Summit 2025
July 31, 2025


- On July 29, Ms. OKANO Yukiko, Director-General for Cultural Affairs received a courtesy call from participants of the “World Cosplay Summit 2025” (August 1st - August 3rd, in Nagoya, Japan), representing Bolivia, Poland, and Morrocco.
- At the beginning of the meeting, Ms. OKANO wished the participants best of luck for the “World Cosplay Championship 2025,” in which 41 countries and regions are competing. She also expressed her hope that they would take advantage of their visit to Japan to experience the various charms of Japan, deepen their understanding of the country, and share those charms with others.
- The participants expressed their great honor at being able to visit Japan, which had been their dream, and participate in the Summit. In a friendly atmosphere, they had a pleasant conversation with Ms. OKANO, sharing how they became involved in cosplay and the perception of cosplay in their countries.