Ichibancon

This is the final call to save on your Carolina Anime Cons Season Pass. The current pricing tier expires February 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

The Carolina Anime Cons Season Pass is perfect for fans who don’t want to choose just one weekend. With access to Ichibancon, Banzaicon, and Triad Anime Con, it’s the easiest way to experience everything our southern events have to offer while saving money by registering early.

If you’re planning to attend more than one show this season, this is your chance to secure your Season Pass!

     

We’re excited to welcome an incredible panel of cosplay judges to this year’s event, each bringing their unique strengths, styles, and years of experience to the table. From award-winning craftsmanship to sustainable builds, needlework, prop-making, foam-smithing, 3D modeling, and more, these creators are passionate about their craft and about uplifting the cosplay community.

Whether you’re entering the contest or just love seeing cosplay excellence up close, you’ll be in great hands. Learn more about each of our judges and their cosplay journeys here:

     

Our schedule is now online! You can view our convention schedule and begin making plans for your convention weekend! Please note that the schedule is subject to change up to and during the event.

Use code “ichi15” to save 15% on your admission until February 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm. This code does not apply to VIP Admission or the Season Pass.

Admission is available online up until, and during the con! You can also purchase passes at the con when you arrive as well. We accept cash, credit, and debit cards. Children 10 and under are free with the purchase of an adult registration.

     

Want to show off what you’ll be wearing at Ichibancon? We’ve got you covered! We’ve made a set of cosplay lineup frames you can use for your posts. Grab the ones that fit you best at the link below, and don’t forget to tag us when you share!

     

The photoshoot schedule for Ichibancon 2026 is now live! Visit the link below to view the schedule and available photoshoots or submit your own!

     

Our Lowest Price Ever! $97.50!!!!* Give The Gift Of 3 Conventions This Holiday Season! Carolinas Anime Con 2026 Season Pass Ichibancon, Banzaicon & Triad AnimeCon Save 25% Off The Carolinas Anime Cons 2026 Season Pass! Use code “sp25” to save 25%!

Use code “ichi20” to save 20% on regular admission until January 15th, 2026 at 11:59 pm. This code does not apply to VIP admission, or season passes.

     

The Manly Battleships® are a group of fun-loving guys and gals that have formed the greatest programming group on the east coast convention circuit. Veteran panelists combine their powers with a circle of long time con-goers, otaku, and deviants to form the new titan at the front of the con scene. The Fleet’s arsenal offers a lot of a lot, and a little of everything! From the “stay fun” academic to over-the-top panels; high quality times are to be had under the Fleet’s banner. No matter your pleasure, there’s a Manly Battleships® event that’s right for you!

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The husband and wife team of Daniel and Jillian Coglan are full-time martial art instructors, running a traditional samurai training center in Iowa, and have a combined 35 years of experience.

Beyond their martial skills, the dynamic duo collaborated to write, direct, host, and star in a 12 episode TV series entitled, “The Way of The Samurai.”

Daniel is also an author, with several martial art articles published, and is currently working on his second full-length novel.