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    <updated>2026-11-13T21:51:58.610Z</updated>
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    <subtitle>Annual anime convention in Portland, Oregon</subtitle>
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    <rights>Copyright (C) 2026 Kumoricon</rights>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Announcing David Vincent as Guest of Honor]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/announcing-david-vincent-as-guest-of-honor</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/announcing-david-vincent-as-guest-of-honor"/>
        <updated>2026-11-13T18:10:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>David Vincent is an award-winning voice actor based in Los Angeles.</p>
<p>David’s credits include Kento Nanami in Jujutsu Kaisen, Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez in Bleach, Estarossa and Mael in The Seven Deadly Sins, Phinks in Hunter x Hunter, Gilgamesh in Fate/Zero and Fate/stay night, Oda Sakunosuke and Fukuchi in Bungo Stray Dogs, and the Narrator in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.</p>
<p>Gaming fans may recognize him as Robin in Fire Emblem and Super Smash Bros., Richter Belmont in Castlevania and Super Smash Bros., Marshall Law and Forest Law in Tekken, Jin Kisaragi and Hakumen in BlazBlue, and T-Hawk in Street Fighter.</p>
<p>His other memorable roles include Duval in One Piece, Senketsu in Kill la Kill, Li Xingke in Code Geass, Naze Turbine in Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, Van in Gun x Sword, Seiji in Durarara!!, and Arthur Auguste Angel in Blue Exorcist.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-announcement-david-vincent.png" alt="Promotional graphic featuring David Vincent and six characters he voiced."></p>
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        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>David Vincent is an award-winning voice actor based in Los Angeles.</p>
<p>David’s credits include Kento Nanami in Jujutsu Kaisen, Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez in Bleach, Estarossa and Mael in The Seven Deadly Sins, Phinks in Hunter x Hunter, Gilgamesh in Fate/Zero and Fate/stay night, Oda Sakunosuke and Fukuchi in Bungo Stray Dogs, and the Narrator in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.</p>
<p>Gaming fans may recognize him as Robin in Fire Emblem and Super Smash Bros., Richter Belmont in Castlevania and Super Smash Bros., Marshall Law and Forest Law in Tekken, Jin Kisaragi and Hakumen in BlazBlue, and T-Hawk in Street Fighter.</p>
<p>His other memorable roles include Duval in One Piece, Senketsu in Kill la Kill, Li Xingke in Code Geass, Naze Turbine in Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, Van in Gun x Sword, Seiji in Durarara!!, and Arthur Auguste Angel in Blue Exorcist.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-announcement-david-vincent.png" alt="Promotional graphic featuring David Vincent and six characters he voiced."></p>
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    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Emi Lo Is No Longer Able to Attend]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/emi-lo-is-no-longer-able-to-attend</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/emi-lo-is-no-longer-able-to-attend"/>
        <updated>2026-11-13T18:00:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We’re sorry to share that Emi will unfortunately be unable to attend Kumoricon this year. Emi sincerely regrets having to miss the convention and sends their apologies to everyone who was looking forward to meeting them.</p>
<p>While they’re disappointed not to be joining us this year, they’re excited to confirm that they plan to attend Kumoricon next year.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-announcement-emi-lo-cancellation.png" alt="Grayscale version of the promotional graphic for Emi Lo."></p>
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        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We’re sorry to share that Emi will unfortunately be unable to attend Kumoricon this year. Emi sincerely regrets having to miss the convention and sends their apologies to everyone who was looking forward to meeting them.</p>
<p>While they’re disappointed not to be joining us this year, they’re excited to confirm that they plan to attend Kumoricon next year.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-announcement-emi-lo-cancellation.png" alt="Grayscale version of the promotional graphic for Emi Lo."></p>
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    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[KumoriMarket Update: NEW 18+ Lantern District]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/kumorimarket-update-new-18-lantern-district</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/kumorimarket-update-new-18-lantern-district"/>
        <updated>2026-11-11T02:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>New for Kumoricon 2026, we have a special covered section housing exhibitors selling goods of a risque, lascivious nature as well as tattoo artists - come experience the Lantern District, near the Pre-Function C entrance of the KumoriMarket - but be aware that this area is for adults only!</p>
<p>All attendees who wish to enter must acquire an <strong>18+ hand stamp</strong> from the Programming Booth (Pre-Function A), the Info Booths (Pre-Function A, Pre-Function D), or the Programming Office (C125-C126). Please present both your badge and valid government-issued photo ID at any of these locations. If the Info and Programming Booths are closed, please visit the Programming Office.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-kumorimarket-lantern-district-announce.png" alt="Promo graphic with a blurred photo of shoppers in an exhibitor hall, gold lanterns and stars, and the text ‘KumoriMarket’s new 18+ Lantern District’." title="KumoriMarket&#39;s new 18+ Lantern District"></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>New for Kumoricon 2026, we have a special covered section housing exhibitors selling goods of a risque, lascivious nature as well as tattoo artists - come experience the Lantern District, near the Pre-Function C entrance of the KumoriMarket - but be aware that this area is for adults only!</p>
<p>All attendees who wish to enter must acquire an <strong>18+ hand stamp</strong> from the Programming Booth (Pre-Function A), the Info Booths (Pre-Function A, Pre-Function D), or the Programming Office (C125-C126). Please present both your badge and valid government-issued photo ID at any of these locations. If the Info and Programming Booths are closed, please visit the Programming Office.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-kumorimarket-lantern-district-announce.png" alt="Promo graphic with a blurred photo of shoppers in an exhibitor hall, gold lanterns and stars, and the text ‘KumoriMarket’s new 18+ Lantern District’." title="KumoriMarket&#39;s new 18+ Lantern District"></p>
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    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Thank You to Our Cosplay Contest Sponsors]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/thank-you-to-our-cosplay-contest-sponsors</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/thank-you-to-our-cosplay-contest-sponsors"/>
        <updated>2026-11-10T19:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Kumoricon would like to extend a huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting our 2026 Cosplay Contest!</p>
<p>We&#39;re incredibly grateful to Tandy Leather, Allstarco, Blick Art Materials, Creo Chocolate, FanPowered Press, and NDLWRKshop for helping make this year&#39;s contest possible.</p>
<p>Your generosity helps make the Cosplay Contest a special part of Kumoricon, giving our talented participants the opportunity to share their work and celebrate their love of cosplay with our community.</p>
<p>Thank you for being part of Kumoricon and helping make our 2026 Cosplay Contest a success! We couldn&#39;t do it without you!</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-thank-you-cosplay-contest-sponsors-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic showing logos for different companies with text 'Thank you Cosplay Contest Sponsors'" title="Thank you Cosplay Contest Sponsors"></p>
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        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Kumoricon would like to extend a huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting our 2026 Cosplay Contest!</p>
<p>We&#39;re incredibly grateful to Tandy Leather, Allstarco, Blick Art Materials, Creo Chocolate, FanPowered Press, and NDLWRKshop for helping make this year&#39;s contest possible.</p>
<p>Your generosity helps make the Cosplay Contest a special part of Kumoricon, giving our talented participants the opportunity to share their work and celebrate their love of cosplay with our community.</p>
<p>Thank you for being part of Kumoricon and helping make our 2026 Cosplay Contest a success! We couldn&#39;t do it without you!</p>
<p><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-thank-you-cosplay-contest-sponsors-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic showing logos for different companies with text 'Thank you Cosplay Contest Sponsors'" title="Thank you Cosplay Contest Sponsors"></p>
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    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Check Out the Metropolitan Tavern This Weekend]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/check-out-the-metropolitan-tavern-this-weekend</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/check-out-the-metropolitan-tavern-this-weekend"/>
        <updated>2026-11-10T15:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Head up to the <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge#metropolitan-tavern--top-floor">Metropolitan Tavern</a> on the top floor of the Hotel Eastlund for the special Kumoricon food and drink menu.</p>
<p>Specials available: Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15. Hours: 11:00am–11:00pm</p>
<p>Location: Metropolitan Tavern, top floor of the Hotel Eastlund</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge#metropolitan-tavern--top-floor"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-metropolitan-tavern-special-menu-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic for Metropolitan Tavern featuring their logo and the text 'Head up to the top floor of Hotel Eastlund to enjoy Metropolitan Tavern's special menu for Kumoricon 2026!'" title="Head up to the top floor of Hotel Eastlund to enjoy Metropolitan Tavern&#39;s special menu"></a></p>
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        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Head up to the <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge#metropolitan-tavern--top-floor">Metropolitan Tavern</a> on the top floor of the Hotel Eastlund for the special Kumoricon food and drink menu.</p>
<p>Specials available: Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15. Hours: 11:00am–11:00pm</p>
<p>Location: Metropolitan Tavern, top floor of the Hotel Eastlund</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge#metropolitan-tavern--top-floor"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-metropolitan-tavern-special-menu-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic for Metropolitan Tavern featuring their logo and the text 'Head up to the top floor of Hotel Eastlund to enjoy Metropolitan Tavern's special menu for Kumoricon 2026!'" title="Head up to the top floor of Hotel Eastlund to enjoy Metropolitan Tavern&#39;s special menu"></a></p>
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    </entry>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Check Out The Umbrella Lounge]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/check-out-the-umbrella-lounge</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/check-out-the-umbrella-lounge"/>
        <updated>2026-11-10T03:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Looking for somewhere to unwind after a full day of Kumoricon? We’re taking over the Wild Bean Coffee Bar at the Hotel Eastlund after hours for a weekend of themed cocktails, anime trivia, and good company.</p>
<p>Location: Wild Bean Coffee Bar, first floor of the Hotel Eastlund, across the street from the Oregon Convention Center.</p>
<p>Friday, November 13: 6:00pm-midnight</p>
<p>Saturday, November 14: 6:00pm-midnight</p>
<p>Please note: The <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge">Umbrella Lounge</a> is restricted to guests ages 21 and older. Bring a valid ID.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-umbrella-lounge-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic for The Umbrella Lounge featuring a cat-eared umbrella, raindrops, and the text ‘Pull up a seat’, plus Kumoricon 2026 dates" title="Pull up a seat at The Umbrella Lounge"></a></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Looking for somewhere to unwind after a full day of Kumoricon? We’re taking over the Wild Bean Coffee Bar at the Hotel Eastlund after hours for a weekend of themed cocktails, anime trivia, and good company.</p>
<p>Location: Wild Bean Coffee Bar, first floor of the Hotel Eastlund, across the street from the Oregon Convention Center.</p>
<p>Friday, November 13: 6:00pm-midnight</p>
<p>Saturday, November 14: 6:00pm-midnight</p>
<p>Please note: The <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge">Umbrella Lounge</a> is restricted to guests ages 21 and older. Bring a valid ID.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/umbrella-lounge"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-umbrella-lounge-announce.png" alt="Promotional graphic for The Umbrella Lounge featuring a cat-eared umbrella, raindrops, and the text ‘Pull up a seat’, plus Kumoricon 2026 dates" title="Pull up a seat at The Umbrella Lounge"></a></p>
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    </entry>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Cosplay Meetup Schedule Now Live]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/cosplay-meetup-schedule-now-live</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/cosplay-meetup-schedule-now-live"/>
        <updated>2026-11-10T00:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Ready to find your cosplay squad? Connect with fellow fans, swap crafting stories, and celebrate the characters you love at Kumoricon’s official cosplay meetups!</p>
<p>Whether you&#39;re bringing a cosplay of your own or just want to meet others who share your fandom, there&#39;s a meetup waiting for you.</p>
<p>Visit our schedule category for the <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/schedule#schedule-category-cosplay-meetups">Cosplay Meetups</a> to explore the schedule, find your fandom, and finish planning your lineup!</p>
<p>We can&#39;t wait to see you there!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/schedule#schedule-category-cosplay-meetups"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-cosplay-meetup-schedule-announce.png" alt="Picture of a group of people, some in cosplay with the text 'Cosplay Meetup Schedule Now Live'" title="Cosplay Meetup Schedule Now Live"></a></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Ready to find your cosplay squad? Connect with fellow fans, swap crafting stories, and celebrate the characters you love at Kumoricon’s official cosplay meetups!</p>
<p>Whether you&#39;re bringing a cosplay of your own or just want to meet others who share your fandom, there&#39;s a meetup waiting for you.</p>
<p>Visit our schedule category for the <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/schedule#schedule-category-cosplay-meetups">Cosplay Meetups</a> to explore the schedule, find your fandom, and finish planning your lineup!</p>
<p>We can&#39;t wait to see you there!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/schedule#schedule-category-cosplay-meetups"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-cosplay-meetup-schedule-announce.png" alt="Picture of a group of people, some in cosplay with the text 'Cosplay Meetup Schedule Now Live'" title="Cosplay Meetup Schedule Now Live"></a></p>
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    </entry>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[International Guest Autograph Registration Now Live]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/international-guest-autograph-registration-now-live</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/international-guest-autograph-registration-now-live"/>
        <updated>2026-11-09T20:00:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The wait is over! Reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 are officially OPEN!</p>
<p>Attendees can now reserve their spots for International Guest autograph sessions through Guidebook.</p>
<p>Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Be sure to visit our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">Autographs page</a> for all the details.</p>
<p>Have questions or need assistance? Please contact our Autographs team at <a href="mailto:autographs@kumoricon.org">autographs@kumoricon.org</a>.</p>
<p>We look forward to seeing you at Kumoricon 2026!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-autograph-now-live-announce.png" alt="Announcement that says 'International Guest Autograph Registration Is Now Live'" title="International Guest Autograph Registration Is Now Live"></a></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The wait is over! Reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 are officially OPEN!</p>
<p>Attendees can now reserve their spots for International Guest autograph sessions through Guidebook.</p>
<p>Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Be sure to visit our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">Autographs page</a> for all the details.</p>
<p>Have questions or need assistance? Please contact our Autographs team at <a href="mailto:autographs@kumoricon.org">autographs@kumoricon.org</a>.</p>
<p>We look forward to seeing you at Kumoricon 2026!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-autograph-now-live-announce.png" alt="Announcement that says 'International Guest Autograph Registration Is Now Live'" title="International Guest Autograph Registration Is Now Live"></a></p>
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    </entry>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[International Guest Autograph Reservation Update]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/international-guest-autograph-reservation-update</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/international-guest-autograph-reservation-update"/>
        <updated>2026-11-08T20:00:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re excited to announce that reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 will open on Monday, November 9 at 12:00pm (noon)!</p>
<p>Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Visit our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">Autographs page</a> for all the details.</p>
<p>Have questions or need assistance? Please reach out to our Autographs team at <a href="mailto:autographs@kumoricon.org">autographs@kumoricon.org</a>.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-autograph-registration-announce.png" alt="Announcement that says 'International Guest Autograph Registration opens at 12:00pm on Monday'" title="International Guest Autograph Registration opens at 12:00pm on Monday"></a></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re excited to announce that reservations for International Guest of Honor autographs at Kumoricon 2026 will open on Monday, November 9 at 12:00pm (noon)!</p>
<p>Before making your reservation, be sure to review our autograph information page for reservation instructions, check-in requirements, and waitlist details. Visit our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">Autographs page</a> for all the details.</p>
<p>Have questions or need assistance? Please reach out to our Autographs team at <a href="mailto:autographs@kumoricon.org">autographs@kumoricon.org</a>.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-autograph-registration-announce.png" alt="Announcement that says 'International Guest Autograph Registration opens at 12:00pm on Monday'" title="International Guest Autograph Registration opens at 12:00pm on Monday"></a></p>
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    </entry>
    <entry>
        <title type="html"><![CDATA[Autograph Update for International Guests]]></title>
        <id>https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/autograph-update-for-international-guests</id>
        <link href="https://www.kumoricon.org/news/2026/autograph-update-for-international-guests"/>
        <updated>2026-11-08T05:30:00.000Z</updated>
        <summary type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We’ve updated how International Guest of Honor autographs are handled this year. All attendees will now need to reserve a spot for an International Guest autograph session through Guidebook.</p>
<p>Reservation steps, check-in requirements, and waitlist details are all available at our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">autograph page</a>. Reservations will open shortly before the convention and we will announce when they are live.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-update-announce.webp" alt="Announcement that says 'Important Update for International Guest Autographs'" title="Important Update for International Guest Autographs"></a></p>
]]></summary>
        <content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We’ve updated how International Guest of Honor autographs are handled this year. All attendees will now need to reserve a spot for an International Guest autograph session through Guidebook.</p>
<p>Reservation steps, check-in requirements, and waitlist details are all available at our <a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs">autograph page</a>. Reservations will open shortly before the convention and we will announce when they are live.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.kumoricon.org/autographs"><img src="https://www.kumoricon.org/images/news/2026-international-guest-update-announce.webp" alt="Announcement that says 'Important Update for International Guest Autographs'" title="Important Update for International Guest Autographs"></a></p>
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