Prologue: The Invasion Saga
June 28, 2025 Light Novel

Prologue: The Invasion Saga

You are reading the official Taiyou Con light novel, Reset!!! We Tried to Run an Anime Convention… and Broke the Universe!!! Starring Sunny, Ash, Sakura, Leon and the crew as they put on the con — and save the world…
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This Year’s Enamel Pins
May 31, 2025 Updates

This Year’s Enamel Pins

One of the things we really enjoy doing for Taiyou Con each year is working on the details that make the experience feel more personalized and memorable with Sunny and friends. We’re always thinking about how we can create fun…
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Justin Briner Rescheduled
January 13, 2025 Updates

Justin Briner Rescheduled

Unfortunately, due to a scheduling conflict, Justin Briner will no longer be able to attend this year’s Taiyou Con. We’re as disappointed as you are, but we’re thrilled to share that Justin has already confirmed his appearance for Taiyou Con…
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Banana & Cake Cosplay
December 19, 2024 Guests

Banana & Cake Cosplay

Returning as masquerade judges… Savannah (Banana) and Bri (Cake) are the dynamic duo that make up BananaCakeCosplay. Their career began in 2019 after going to Phoenix Fan Fusion and their love for cosplay took off. They’ve spent the years since…
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Cyborg T-Rex
December 18, 2024 Guests

Cyborg T-Rex

As one of the masquerade judges… Cyborg T-Rex started cosplaying in 2017. Over the years she’s won several awards for her craftsmanship and is now recognized as a Master Cosplayer. In 2024 she published two books on cosplay, An Adventurer’s…
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Lotus Juice
December 17, 2024 Guests

Lotus Juice

Lotus Juice is one of the pioneers who introduced rap into Japanese anime and game music. Blending the essence of ’90s hip-hop with J-pop, dub, rock, and beyond, Lotus Juice has created a sound all of his own. Widely recognized…
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Hotel Rooms 2025
December 8, 2024 Updates

Hotel Rooms 2025

Attendees and Vendors! Taiyou Con is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited to share some fantastic news with you. Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, a K-pop dance fan, or just someone who loves to dive deep…
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K-Pop Dance Competition!
August 8, 2024 Updates

K-Pop Dance Competition!

We’ve got some thrilling news that’s going to make you want to bust a move. Taiyou Con is excited to announce our brand-new K-Pop Dance Competition! Whether you’re a solo dancer or part of a dynamic group, this is your…
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