Sponsors and Non Profits

American Grim

NJ Based DIY Hardcore/Rock Band currently touring the country supporting their new album.
https://www.americangrimmusic.com

https://www.instagram.com/americangrim/

Blades For Life

Our passion for blades has molded us into Greater Rochester’s premier knife shop, bringing you the largest selection around at the lowest prices…there is truly no one like us in the region. We pride ourselves in providing the best possible customer service, with knowledgeable staff members here 7 days a week to assist you with all your needs.
https://bladesforlifeny.com/

Blick Art Materials

We support artists at all stages of their artistic journey. As a leading art supply company, we provide artists, educators, students, and our associates with the tools, assistance, and training needed to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential. BLICK Art Materials is family-owned and serving artists since 1911.
https://www.dickblick.com

BX- Anime & Comic Expo

Bx- Anime & Comic Expo it’s almost Here!
August 26, 2023
ST. Helena’s Roman Catholic Church
1315 Olmstead Ave., The Bronx, NY 10462
https://yasucollectibles.com
https://www.instagram.com/yasucollectibles/

Capes for A Cos

A non-profit organization dedicated to creating custom, adaptive cosplay for children with physical and developmental disabilities.
https://capesforacos.org
https://www.instagram.com/capesforacos/

Channel 13 Clothing

Charles Williams - Spread Love Studio

I am Charles Williams. I am an Artist/Illustrator based out of Raleigh NC. I am from Brooklyn NY, but spent my childhood split between Brooklyn NY and Fayetteville NC. Spread Love Studio is a release valve for my imagination. My imagination is an amalgamation of my childhood memories and influences. I feel that there is a little bit of Hip-Hop, Anime, Old School Kung-Fu flicks, and my upbringing on display in my art.
https://spreadlove.studio
https://www.instagram.com/iamcharlesjw/

Crazy Lenses

The World’s Best Range Of Colored Contact Lenses And Halloween Contact Lenses.
Convention Exclusive 30% off discount code: SugoiPopCon
https://us.crazylenses.com
https://www.instagram.com/crazylensesnow/

Cyber Funk Tees

The best cyberpunk tees in town!
Convention Exclusive 20% off discount code: Sugoi
https://ouvre.creator-spring.com
https://www.instagram.com/cyberpunktees/

Dark Horse Comics

Dark Horse Comics was founded in 1986 by Mike Richardson as an offshoot of his Oregon comic-book retail chain, Things From Another World. Richardson pursued the idea of establishing an ideal atmosphere for creative professionals, and thirty years later the company has grown to become the third-largest comics publisher in the United States.
https://www.darkhorse.com

Dice Goblins | Lancaster Wax Co.

Dice Goblin by Lancaster Wax Co. is a hand poured wax company in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. We create products from 100% American soy wax. All of our products are phthalate free and vegan.

Convention Exclusive 15% off discount code: Sugoipopcon2023
Begins Aug 19, expires Dec 19, 2023. One offer per email.
https://www.lancasterwaxco.com/dice-goblins 
https://www.instagram.com/dicegoblinus

Dork Art Studios

Comic Book artist/writer, practitioner of the dork arts, lover of all coffee, all around good dude.
https://www.instagram.com/dorkartsstudio/

Frank Destefano

Frank Destefano is the writer and creator of The Dark Legend Of The Foreigner book series. He is currently traveling and promoting the acclaimed book series to comic conventions all over the country.
http://frankdestefanoauthor.com 
https://www.instagram.com/frank.destefano

GOASI Con

Geek Out At Staten Island – Outdoor Geek Festival
Aug 10th, 2024
South Meadow, Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden
1000 Richmond Terr, Staten Island, NY 10301
https://goasicon.com 
https://www.instagram.com/goasi_con/ 

HKT Import Toys / Mugentoys.com

Premier Importer of Japanese Toys and Collectibles.
https://www.mugentoys.com/shop/
https://www.instagram.com/hkttoys/

Homer_is_where_the_heart_is

Family run small business and cosplay group from Western NY!
https://www.instagram.com/homer_is_where_the_heart_is/
http://homeriswheretheheartis.com

Impact Blue Race Team

Based out of NJ, this Itasha Corolla is wrapped with Ganyu from Genshin Impact. The car brings over the Itasha Car Culture of Japan, which is all about wrapping cars with characters or themes from Anime, Gaming, TV shows, and Pop Culture.
https://www.instagram.com/impactblue_s80

Level 01 Video Games

An indie retro/current gen game store that buys, sells, and trades everything from Atari to Xbox One. We also offer console and disc repair in store.
http://www.level01videogames.com/
https://www.instagram.com/level01videogames/

Mehron Makeup

Your go-to Pro Makeup brand since 1927!
Special Effects, Face & Body Paint, Stage & Screen, and Pro Beauty
Cruelty Free & Made in USA.
https://www.mehron.com
https://www.instagram.com/mehronmakeup/

Mid Hudson Comic Con

HUDSON VALLEY’S 3RD POP CULTURE AND COMIC CON EVENT! September 16-17, 2023
MJN Convention Center
14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
https://mhcomiccon.com 
https://www.instagram.com/mhcomiccon/

Mochi Panda Studios

Mochi Panda Studio is group of passionate creators who wish to bring high quality anime inspired tees, prints, and accessories to enthusiasts looking for something unique with style.
Convention Exclusive 15% off discount code: SUGOIPANDA
https://www.mochipandastudio.com
https://www.instagram.com/mochi_panda_studio/

Nerdfest

Join us for one last summer fling before school starts!
August 27th, 2023
Holiday Inn Swedesboro
1 Pureland Dr., Swedesboro, NJ 08085
https://jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com/nerd-fest 
https://www.facebook.com/p/NERD-FEST-100082969250632/

The Otaku Nook

The Otaku Nook is an online store that specializes in anime, gaming, and kpop inspired candles and body care. We also stock cute items and aromatherapy items.
Convention Exclusive 15%(min $30 order) off code: Sugoi2023
https://www.theotakunook.com 
https://www.instagram.com/theotakunook

Owl Skulls

Artist-owned-and-operated since 2020, Owlskulls is an independent brand built on the central principle of being oneself, no matter how ‘weird’. Utilizing a variety of mediums, Owlskulls aims to provide uniquely-designed accessories such as stickers, pins, patches, and more for the alt-kid in everyone.
Convention Exclusive 10% off code: POPCON23
http://www.owlskulls.com
https://www.instagram.com/owlskulls/

Pandora Glass Art

Pandora Glass Art is an Anime themed glass artist.
Convention Exclusive 10% off code: SugoiPop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/PandoraGlassArt 
https://www.instagram.com/pandoraglassart

PuchiCon

NJ & PA Anime & Gaming Con
October 21-22, 2023
Camelback Resort in the Poconos
193 Resort Dr, Tannersville, PA 18372
https://www.puchicon.com
https://www.instagram.com/puchicon/

RetroGamerCon

RetroGamerCon
October 7-8, 2023
Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center (The Oncenter),
800 South State Street, Syracuse, NY 13202.
https://www.retrogamecon.com/
https://www.instagram.com/retrogamecon/

Tormented Mind Sanctuary

Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market

Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market
September 8th-10th, 2023
New Jersey Expo and Convention Center
97 Sunfield Ave. Edison, NJ 08837
http://www.trentonprfm.com
https://www.instagram.com/trentonprfm/

Wild-Con

Jersey Shore Comic Book Show
January 13th, 2024
Wildwoods Convention Center
4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260
https://jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com
https://www.facebook.com/people/Wild-Con

Yokohama Station Clothing

Yokohama Station Clothing
We make anime inspired clothing.
Convention Exclusive 15% off discount code: SugoiPopCon
https://www.etsy.com/shop/yokohamastation