Itasha: Otaku Car Culture

calendar_today Sat 2:15 PM - Sat 3:15 PM

location_on Prog Panels - 347-348

"Returning from 2024! Join us as we discuss Itasha car culture in America. Ever wondered what happens when anime, cars, and the unrelenting passion of fandom collide? Welcome to Itasha! This panel dives into how Americans have embraced (and occasionally misinterpreted) this Japanese art form, transforming their rides into rolling tributes to waifus, husbandos, and everything in between. From awkward encounters at the gas station to ""is this an itasha?"". Join us for laughs, insights, and maybe even a few questionable design choices—because nothing says ""I’m committed"" like a fully wrapped car featuring your favorite blushing anime protagonist."