{"id":3137,"date":"2025-11-29T11:24:52","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T03:24:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?p=3137"},"modified":"2025-11-29T11:26:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T03:26:32","slug":"anime-festival-asia-singapore-2025-kicks-off-japan-pop-culture-takes-over-suntec","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?p=3137","title":{"rendered":"Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2025 Kicks Off: Japan Pop Culture Takes Over Suntec!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"267\" data-attachment-id=\"3138\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3138\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?fit=902%2C509&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"902,509\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?fit=474%2C267&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?resize=474%2C267&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?w=902&amp;ssl=1 902w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png?resize=768%2C433&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Singapore, 28 November 2025<\/strong> \u2014 It\u2019s that time of the year again. Suntec Singapore has transformed into a neon-lit playground bursting with anime, games, cosplay, creators, and the unmistakable energy of J-culture fans from all over the region. <strong>Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2025 (AFASG25)<\/strong> is officially live\u2014running from <strong>28 to 30 November 2025<\/strong>\u2014and this year\u2019s edition is bigger, louder, and crazier than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you thought last year was massive, wait till you see what\u2019s happening this weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AFA isn\u2019t just a convention anymore\u2014it\u2019s a full-on <strong>ACG experience<\/strong>, and 2025\u2019s lineup proves it. We\u2019re talking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>250+ booths<\/strong> across the show floor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>200+ creators and cosplayers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A star-studded <strong>I LOVE ANISONG<\/strong> festival with <strong>16 artists &amp; groups<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>13 day stage showcases<\/strong> featuring more than <strong>20 special guests<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s that big.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AFA Returns With New Energy \u2014 and a First for Singapore<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"632\" data-attachment-id=\"3141\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3141\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.78&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764348988&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.7649998656528&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;320&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.01&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9933\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C632&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?resize=474%2C632&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Supported by the <strong>Singapore Tourism Board<\/strong>, AFASG25 celebrates Japanese pop culture at a scale that keeps fans (and our wallets) coming back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year includes something special: <strong>TOHO animation\u2019s first-ever experiential showcase outside Japan<\/strong>. If you love titles like <em>Jujutsu Kaisen<\/em>, <em>My Hero Academia<\/em>, or <em>Haikyu!!<\/em>, this is the booth to run to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SOZO founder and Festival Director <strong>Shawn Chin<\/strong> sums it up best:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cAFA started in Singapore in 2008. Even after expanding to Indonesia and Hong Kong, the Singapore edition remains very special to fans and us alike.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>And after walking through the halls this morning? We totally get it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Expect at AFASG25<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire <strong>Level 4 of Suntec Convention<\/strong> has been taken over. Here\u2019s your quick survival guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Akiba Town \u2014 The Heart of All Things ACG<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to your new favourite money-draining zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With booths from <strong>TOHO<\/strong>, <strong>MANGA Plus by Shueisha<\/strong>, <strong>KADOKAWA<\/strong> and more, this is where exclusive merch drops happen\u2014some only available at AFA Singapore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Must-visit stops include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bocchi the Rock!<\/strong> merch booth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Makoto Shinkai Movies Exhibition<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>JOJOCARAVAN<\/strong> for JoJo fans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited edition figurines, artbooks, apparel and <em>dangerous<\/em> gachapon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love Japanese pop culture, budget <em>will<\/em> be exceeded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. AFA NEXT STAGE \u2014 New Layout, New Vibes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"356\" data-attachment-id=\"3142\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3142\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?fit=2560%2C1920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.78&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764345573&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.7649998656528&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;160&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.016666666666667&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9885\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C356&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=474%2C356&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously the Akiba Stage, this upgraded stage offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Live performances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The return of the <strong>Cho-Bon Dance<\/strong> (bring your festival spirit!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Cosplay Singles Competition Grand Finale<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare your cameras\u2014this is where rising star cosplayers make their mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Cosplay Hub \u2014 Meet the Icons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"632\" data-attachment-id=\"3163\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3163\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.78&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764334052&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.7649998656528&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;200&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.015873015873016&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9564\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C632&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564.jpeg?resize=474%2C632&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9564-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly <strong>50 top-tier cosplayers<\/strong> from all over the region are here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get your merchandise from your favourite cosplay stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Creators Hub \u2014 158 booths of pure creativity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"632\" data-attachment-id=\"3170\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3170\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.78&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764340542&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.7649998656528&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;200&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.014285714285714&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9745\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C632&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745.jpeg?resize=474%2C632&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9745-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Artists, illustrators, crafters\u2014you name it. Whether you want prints, charms, apparel, tech accessories, stickers, or commissions, this is the treasure trove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrive early. Popular artists sell out by midday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Game On \u2014 Test New Titles First<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"632\" data-attachment-id=\"3144\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3144\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764342271&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;2.2200000286119&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;400&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.02&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9804\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C632&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804.jpeg?resize=474%2C632&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9804-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gamers, this is your zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From blockbuster demos to indie surprises, Game On gives you hands-on access to new experiences from top developers and publishers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect queues\u2014but also a lot of fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Food Street \u2014 Because Fans Need Fuel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Takoyaki, karaage, Japanese snacks\u2026<br>You\u2019ll smell it before you see it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day Stage Highlights \u2014 Live Panels, Screenings &amp; More<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"632\" data-attachment-id=\"3157\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?attachment_id=3157\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.78&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 16 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1764329551&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.7649998656528&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;200&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.010869565217391&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"IMG_9429\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?fit=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?fit=474%2C632&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429.jpeg?resize=474%2C632&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9429-scaled.jpeg?w=1422&amp;ssl=1 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Across the three days, the <strong>AFA Day Stage<\/strong> features screenings, seiyuu talks, director panels, and exclusive previews straight from Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friday, 28 November<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Premiere screenings for <em>Noble Reincarnation<\/em>, <em>Lord of Mysteries<\/em>, <em>SPYxFAMILY<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YouTuber <strong>Gigguk<\/strong> presents his new short anime <em>B\u00e2an<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Saturday, 29 November<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Voice actors from <em>Frieren<\/em>, <em>Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX!<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cast of <em>The Holy Grail of Eris<\/em> and <em>The Apothecary Diaries<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Akari Rito<\/strong> brings <em>Chibi Godzilla<\/em> to the stage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sunday, 30 November<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Talk show with legendary creator <strong>Shoji Kawamori<\/strong> (<em>Macross<\/em>, <em>Escaflowne<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A rare VTuber appearance by <strong>Otsuka Ray<\/strong> and her daughter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bilibili previews <em>The Beginning After The End<\/em> &amp; <em>A Mortal\u2019s Journey<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seiyuu <strong>Yusuke Kobayashi<\/strong> (<em>Fire Force<\/em>) takes the stage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>I LOVE ANISONG 2025 \u2014 Three Nights of Pure Hype<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The concerts open at <strong>6:00 PM<\/strong> (Fri) and <strong>6:30 PM<\/strong> (Sat &amp; Sun), and the line-up is fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udc8e SPARKLE Stage \u2013 Friday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>asmi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOMELON NOLEMON<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sakurazaka46<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SPYAIR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf1f GLOW Stage \u2013 Saturday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>fh\u00e1na<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HIMEHINA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>nonoc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sally Amaki (22\/7)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shouta Aoi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yoko Takahashi (yes, the EVA singer!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udd25 BLAZE Stage \u2013 Sunday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ALI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ClariS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hachioji-P<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Isekaijoucho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May\u2019n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wednesday Campanella<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never been to an ANISONG concert, this is the year to go. Lightsticks mandatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet &amp; Greet Sessions \u2014 Up Close With Creators<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gigguk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thames Malerose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saturday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simba Tsuchiya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kana Ichinose &amp; Sayumi Suzushiro<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sunday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yusuke Kobayashi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sally Amaki<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring your merch, your questions, and your best manners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ticketing \u2014 Still Time to Grab Yours<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A few tiers are still available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CAT 1 (S$198\/day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Best view + ballot for signed poster + fastlane + exhibition + day stage<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CAT 2 (S$178\/day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Poster ballot + exhibition + stage access + fastlane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CAT 3 (S$158\/day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibition + stage access + fastlane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day Stage + Exhibition (from S$35\/day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Great for panel lovers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exhibition Only (from S$22\/day)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for shoppers, gamers, and creators-hunters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(<em>All prices exclude booking fees.<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>AFASG25 shows why Singapore remains the beating heart of Southeast Asia\u2019s ACG scene. With huge exhibitors, a stacked artist lineup, fan-favourite creators, unforgettable performances, and experiences you can\u2019t get anywhere else\u2014it\u2019s a dream weekend for anime and game fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re heading down, charge your phones, bring extra tote bags, and hydrate.<br>If you\u2019re not\u2026 you\u2019ll want to reconsider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AFA Singapore 2025<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udcc5 28 \u2013 30 Nov 2025<br>\ud83d\udccd Suntec Singapore Convention &amp; Exhibition Centre<br>\ud83c\udf10 animefestival.asia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See you on the show floor! \ud83c\udf8c\u2728<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Singapore, 28 November 2025 \u2014 It\u2019s that time of the year again. Suntec Singapore has transformed into a neon-lit playground bursting with anime, games, cosplay, creators, and the unmistakable energy of J-culture fans from all over the region. Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2025 (AFASG25) is officially live\u2014running from 28 to 30 November 2025\u2014and this year\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":3142,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":[]},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-event"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9885-scaled.jpeg?fit=2560%2C1920&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p13AlF-OB","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":3076,"url":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?p=3076","url_meta":{"origin":3137,"position":0},"title":"AFASG25 Announces First I Love Anisong Line-Up","date":"September 5, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2025 (#AFASG25) is gearing up for its return from 28 \u2013 30 November 2025 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. 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