Mission and Values

Mission statement

Altonimbus Entertainment (ANE) is dedicated to providing a collaborative space for the celebration and education of Japanese culture, anime, manga, games, and other related media.

As part of this mission, ANE hosts an annual Japanese pop culture convention, Kumoricon, where we bring attendees in the Pacific Northwest region together with experts of Japanese culture and the anime and manga industry to foster a vibrant and diverse community. Through this, we connect like-minded individuals in a space where they feel comfortable to express their passions and share ideas.

Values

• Dedication: Our organization and our attendees have passion for the content we provide and the community that we create through Kumoricon. We channel this passion by dedicating our efforts to continually grow and improve the content we provide and the community we foster.
• Community: Our organization, through Kumoricon, is committed to creating a fun and welcoming space where fans from around the world can come to the Pacific Northwest to connect and celebrate their shared interests. This includes ensuring all members feel a sense of belonging, feel heard, enjoy themselves, and have the freedom to express themselves and share their experiences.
• Culture: Our organization endeavors to uplift Japanese culture through engaging and creative content, aiming not only to celebrate but also to educate others about Japan's customs, heritage, lifestyle, and media. Through Kumoricon events, we provide a platform for exploration and appreciation, fostering a deeper understanding of Japanese culture among attendees from diverse backgrounds.
• Diversity: Our organization believes that the strength of our community lies in the diversity of our human experiences. We are committed to ensuring that everyone at Kumoricon and other ANE events can enjoy a safe and supportive environment, are treated equitably, feel included, and have all the necessary tools available to make the content we provide accessible for their needs.
• Accountability: Our organization is dedicated to holding ourselves accountable for the choices that we make, including having clear and transparent communication with volunteers and attendees and representing the organization with integrity and professionalism.
• Respect: Our organization is focused on cultivating a culture of mutual understanding and cooperation within the community, which means treating others with kindness, consideration, and respect, as well as having regard for the rights, traditions, and perspectives of others.