Workshops are hands-on, interactive sessions that provide an opportunity to learn new skills, such as sewing, origami, dancing, and drawing.

Anime Expo invites both industry professionals and amateur enthusiasts to share their knowledge of Japanese culture and actives. From cosplay to dance, drawing to writing, passionate instructors are eager to share their knowledge with fellow fans and attendees.

If you are interested in hosting a workshop at Anime Expo, please check out the Host a Panel page for more information about how to get involved.

AX 2024 Schedule

Examples of Past Workshops

Crochet 101: Workshop

Learn to crochet! This 1 needle technique of weaving yarn will be taught at the basic level. This foundation will lead to Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures and cosplay accessories.

UCLA Kyodo Taiko Odori Workshop

Let loose by drumming and dancing to a traditional obon festival song! Come join us for a fun workshop where we'll teach you some of the fundamentals to North American taiko drumming, and get your feet grooving to Ichi Tasu Ichi (One Plus One). Obon festivals are summer events hosted by many Buddhist temples where the spirits of our ancestors are welcomed back home, and everybody enjoys good food, music, and odori (dance).

Samurai Warrior Training: Using “Life Force” of the universe, “Ki” to enrich your life.

Experience and explore Ki, the life force, the energy of the Universe, that flows through you and everything. Learn to guide this force using martial art techniques in order to overcome obstacles and enrich your life.

Origami: Hashi or Chopstick Holder and Wolf Claws

The next time you're waiting for your food to arrive at a Japanese restaurant, you'll know how to fold your hashi wrapper into a "bird" chopstick holder. Then learn how to fold paper to make scary looking claws for your hands.

Create Your Own Japanese Crafts + Resting Station W/ Kizuna Little Tokyo!

Design your own hachimaki headbands & uchiwa fans, while learning about the culture & who we are! Come relax at our family friendly workshop!