JAFAX

Do you love anime, gaming, and Japanese culture? Want to help make JAFAX even more amazing? 🌟 We’re looking for passionate, dedicated people to join our staff and help create an unforgettable experience for our attendees! Whether you’re experienced or new to event planning, we have a spot for you. 🙌

Come be a part of something special and help make JAFAX 2025 our best event yet! 💥

👉 Interested in joining the team? Fill out our form! https://shorturl.at/UDTj8

JAFAX Staff Interest Form Thank you for your interest in joining the JAFAX team! We're excited to have passionate and dedicated individuals help us make our event a success. Please fill out the form below to let us know how you would like to contribute.

Prepare yourself for a night with Betrayal at House on the Hill. Wes & Aubrie from JAFAX will be leading this entertaining game. This free event will be on Sat. Sept. 28th starting at 6 pm.

We thought you all might enjoy this interview done by Joe at MIGeekScene did with our musical guest Playing with Power

Playing with Power at JAFAX 2024 I sat down with Mark, leader of Playing with Power. Playing with Power is a VGM band based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

We had an absolute blast at JAFAX 2024, and it’s all thanks to YOU! 🙌✨ Your energy and support made this year unforgettable.

We want to hear from you! What did you love? What could we do better? Your feedback helps us make JAFAX even more awesome. 💬

Drop your thoughts and suggestions to our staff. Thanks for making this year amazing, and we can’t wait to see you again next year! 🌟

https://forms.gle/jD2Ya65T1QzzZRZu5

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Join us for our Feedback Panel from 4 PM - 5 PM in Panel Room 1! 🕓✨

This is your chance to tell us what you liked, what you didn't, and what you'd love to see in the future. Your feedback helps us make JAFAX even better!

See you there!

🔔 Exciting Update for JAFAX Attendees! 🔔

We're thrilled to announce a price reduction for the Maid Cafe! 🎉✨ Now you can enjoy the delightful experience for just **$30**!

Don't miss out on the fun and charm of our Maid Cafe – it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy some unique entertainment.

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🔔 Important Update for JAFAX Attendees! 🔔

Due to flight conflicts, Xanthe's schedule has been adjusted:

Autograph Session: 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Mad-Lib Theater with Xanthe Huynh: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there!

🎉🔔 JAFAX After Party Reminder! 🔔🎉

Don't forget to join us for JAFAX's official after party at K-Rok tonight from 11:30 PM - 2:00 AM! 🎊✨

- **No Cover Charge**
- **Discounts with Your JAFAX Badge**
- **Featuring:**
- One Piece Cocktail 🍹
- Karaoke 🎤
- Delicious Korean Bar Food 🍢
- Dance Floor 💃

We just heard from K-Rok that the person who was meant to set up for yesterday's after party got sick. We apologize for any inconvenience but hope everyone enjoys the free karaoke booths! 🎤💖

Come party with us and make it a night to remember! 🎉

Attention JAFAX Gamers!

Due to the popularity of other Switch events, the Pokemon Stadium 2 Minigames tournament is being moved to 5pm in the Pokemon Panel Room which is River Overlook F!

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to all of the competition!

🔔 Important Update for JAFAX Attendees! 🔔

The escalators closest to the river which go directly to the third floor are temporarily out of service. Please use the elevators or the escalator near the entrance of DeVos. 🚶‍♂️

For your convenience, the elevator doors near the river will remain open for the rest of the night. Thank you for your understanding!

Come check out our maid cafe! Reservations still available!! https://www.jafax.org/events/maidcafe

🎮✨ Get Ready, Gamers! ✨🎮

We've got an epic lineup of gaming tournaments at JAFAX that you won't want to miss! Check out our awesome trophies and get ready to compete! 🏆🎉

**Today:**

- **Smash Ultimate Tournament**
⏰ Time: 3 PM
🏆 Show off your skills and smash your way to victory!

- **Pokemon League**
⏰ Time: 5 PM - 9 PM
🔥 Train, battle, and become the ultimate Pokemon Master!

**Tomorrow:**

- **Mario Kart Tournament**
⏰ Time: 12 PM
🏎️ Ready, set, race! Prove you're the fastest on the track!

Bring your A-game and may the best player win! 🕹️✨

👉 **Sign up here: https://www.jafax.org/gaming/tournaments

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🔔 Important Update for JAFAX Attendees! 🔔

We apologize for the delay in the Maid Cafe schedule. The opening has been pushed back by one hour. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Also, we have fixed the QR code on the back of your badges, so you can now use it without any issues.

Thank you for your understanding and enjoy the rest of JAFAX!

Exciting News! Reservations Available at Our Maid Cafe!

We are thrilled to announce that our Maid Cafe still has reservations available! Enjoy a unique and delightful dining experience where our charming and friendly maids will serve you with a smile. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a whimsical atmosphere and enjoy delicious treats.

Reserve your spot now and join us for an unforgettable experience!

🔔 Important Update for JAFAX Attendees! 🔔

Due to a delayed flight, Chris Patton's autograph session scheduled for earlier today was unfortunately cancelled. We understand this may have caused some inconvenience.

The good news is that Chris Patton will still be hosting his panel at 7 PM today! 🎤✨

Additionally, his autograph signing has been rescheduled for tomorrow, June 22, from 1 PM to 2 PM. 🖊️📅

Thank you for your understanding and patience!

🎟️✨ Announcing the New VIP Lounge at JAFAX! ✨🎟️

Ready to elevate your JAFAX experience? Our brand-new VIP Lounge is here to offer you the ultimate in comfort and exclusivity! 🌟

🛋️ *Comfy Seating Areas:* Relax and unwind in style between panels and events. Our lounge is designed with your comfort in mind!

🍹 *Exclusive Alcohol Access:* The VIP Lounge is the ONLY spot in JAFAX where you can enjoy a refreshing alcoholic beverage. Sip, relax, and enjoy the festivities in a serene setting!

Don't miss out on this premium experience – grab your VIP pass and join us in the lounge!

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Today's the day!

Good morning everybody , it's going to be a hot one today so please make sure to try to keep cool and hydrated!

Registration will be opening up at 1 PM this afternoon!

You can now pre-purchase single day badges online if you'd like to get your badge ready before coming out at:
https://www.jafax.org/registration

Take a look at this weekend's schedule of events on our site as well!
https://www.jafax.org/schedule

There's also still reservation slots for Maid Café! So grab your slots now!
https://www.jafax.org/events/maidcafe
Each person in your party needs a reservation, so make sure you and your crew get those in, there is the possibility for walk-ins if there's seats still available but there's no guarantee for that so snag them before they're gone!

We'll try to be as responsive as possible this weekend online but if you need any help or questions answered you can find our Con Ops room on the third floor in Grand Gallery Overlook A.
They can also give you info about volunteering if you'd like to see about getting involved in our event and what rewards you'll get for getting involved in an amazing time!

Looking forward to seeing you all this afternoon!

Schedule | JAFAX View the JAFAX 2024 schedule!

Heads up everyone! There is no air conditioning in the Skywalk section that connection Amway Grand to the DeVos Place so it does have a tendency to turn in to a greenhouse.

🎉 Exciting News, JAFAX Fans! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce JAFAX's FIRST official after party, and it's going to be EPIC! We're partnering with the awesome local business K-Rok to bring you two nights of non-stop fun! 🎊🌟

📍 Where: K-Rok, 169 Campau Promenade, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
📅 When: June 21 & 22
🕦 Time: 11:20 PM - 2:00 AM

Get ready for:
🍹 JAFAX Themed Cocktails
🍢 Delicious Korean Bar Food
💃 A Lively Dance Floor
🎤 Karaoke

Come join us and keep the JAFAX celebration going all night long! Don't miss out on the fun – see you there!

Trading Card Game fans, get ready! Griffin’s Rest will be hosting TCG events throughout JAFAX weekend including Magic the Gathering, Lorcana, Pokemon and more! See the list of games, formats, dates and times on our website. https://buff.ly/3Vyryzo

Do you like board games? Tabletop Board Game Library is returning to JAFAX with over 700 board games for you to play with friends and family! 🎲

See details on our website at https://buff.ly/3KJtWgN.

Register for JAFAX today and get access to the board game library, concerts, panels, anime screenings and more! https://buff.ly/4bs40BM

Don’t forget to make your reservation for the Maid Café! Treat yourself at JAFAX this year. The full menu and pricing is on our website and includes a beverage, entree and a sweet dessert. Spots for the Maid Café fill up fast - https://buff.ly/3VHkWit

PLEASE NOTE - all sales are final and there are no refunds. If there are still spots at the time of the event, there will be the option for walk-ups. The Maid Café is VERY popular so we recommend getting your spot reserved to make sure you don’t miss out.

Learn more about Japanese culture with our special guest, Michiko Sensei from the Soga Japan Center at Western MI University! Michiko Sensei will be leading FOUR panels on Sunday, June 23 on Japanese culture including a Japanese 101 lesson for beginners! Learn more about the Soga Center on their website - https://buff.ly/3HKxrRu

If you’re looking for a place to have fun and unwind at JAFAX, check out our collection of open play video game consoles. Play video games, arcade games and more! Bring your friends or come make new ones and level up your JAFAX experience. https://buff.ly/4bYTxOM

🎉🚀 Get Ready, JAFAX Fans! 🚀🎉

The moment you've been waiting for is here... our official JAFAX schedule is LIVE! 📅✨ From epic panels and gaming tournaments to Japanese cultural events and cosplay contests, we've got a jam-packed lineup just for you! 🎮👾🇯🇵🧵

Check out the full schedule on our website and start planning your ultimate JAFAX experience! 🌟 Don't miss out on any of the action!

🔗https://www.jafax.org/schedule

Who's excited? Let us know what you're most looking forward to in the comments! ⬇️💬

JAFAX is bringing a Japanese arcade to Grand Rapids! All the rhythm and racing games you could ever want in one place! Brought to you by . https://buff.ly/4bZT2Ur

Entry to the arcade is included in the cost of your badge. Get your badge today at https://buff.ly/4bs40BM.

Get ready to make some noise - Playing with Power is performing at JAFAX! A video game cover band based in Grand Rapids, will captivate you with their authentic renditions of classic video game tunes. Get ready for an immersive VGM show that gives you all the nostalgic feels. See their full bio here - https://buff.ly/3xlmVQ1

Playing with Power takes the stage on Friday night. Concert admission is included in the price of your badge - register today! https://buff.ly/4bs40BM

The full schedule for JAFAX 2024 will be released soon. Follow us on social media for updates!

🎤 Calling all music fans, Kohei Hattori is returning to JAFAX! Kohei is a IFA United Nations international ambassador singer (Commanded by United Nations) who performs at Anime conventions, Japanese festivals and Asian festivals in the US. Kohei will be performing live on Saturday. You can also check him out at his Sunday panel!

But wait there’s more! Kohei will also be providing music during the Cosplay Fashion Show on Saturday at 4:30PM, including a mini-concert! To learn more about Kohei Hattori, check out his bio on the JAFAX website! https://buff.ly/3XnfGS8

The full event program will be released soon - keep checking our social media pages for updates. You can register for JAFAX online today! https://buff.ly/4bs40BM