Kenyan anime fans find creativity at Nairobi cosplay event

Kenyan anime fans gather at Otamatsuri, Africa's premier annual anime and manga convention in Nairobi on Saturday. Organized by Movie Jabber company, the festival celebrates Japanese pop culture, featuring elaborate cosplay contests, gaming zones, and live cultural performances.

During the event, fans design and wear detailed costumes of popular characters from various anime and manga series. Combining authentic Japanese traditions with Kenya's vibrant creative energy, the event drew thousands of otaku and pop-culture enthusiasts across the capital.