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[](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/) - Events [Comic Con Cape Town](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/ccct)[Comic Con Africa](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/comic-con-africa)[World Cosplay Summit](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/world-cosplay-summit)[Extreme Cosplay Gathering](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/extreme-cosplay-gathering)[CONect Geek Con](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/conect-geek-con) - [About Us](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/about) - [contact us](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/contact)  # World cosplay summit qualifiers Name World Cosplay Summit location HELD AT COMIC CON CAPE TOWN date 1 May 2026 [buy tickets](https://comiccon.howler.co.za/events/comic-con-cape-town-2026-3982) ## The World Cosplay Summit (WCS) is an annual cosplay competition and cultural exchange held in Nagoya, Japan. # About Launched in 2003 by Japanese television station TV Aichi, its main focus is to promote the international exchange of Japanese culture, manga and anime. The championship debuted in 2005 and has been held annually since, with participants hailing from 40+ countries and across 6 continents. past teams Representatives Explore our **Past Representatives** section to learn about the talented cosplayers who have represented our country at the World Cosplay summit over the years. Discover their costumes, performances, and achievements, celebrating the creativity and passion that define each year’s participants. [2018- Legend of zelda @jinxiecosplay as Princess Zelda & @neon.okami.cosplay as Link](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/world-cosplay-summit) [2019 - **Fate Apocrypha** @kinpatsucosplay as Mordred & @kombokittern as Arthur](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/world-cosplay-summit) [2023 - Chrono crusade @iambakasakura as Rosette & @Yamaki\_cosplay as Chrono](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/world-cosplay-summit) [2024 - fatal frame @pamikin\_ as Yuri Kozukata & @frostykity as Inori Minomori](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/world-cosplay-summit) In 2018, South Africa became the first country on the continent to compete in the largest cosplay event in the world - World Cosplay Summit (WCS). August of that year saw [@Jinxiecosplay](https://www.instagram.com/jinxiecosplay/?hl=en) and [@Neon.okami.cosplay](https://www.instagram.com/neon.okami.cosplay/?hl=en) travel to Nagoya, Japan to take on teams from dozens of countries on cosplay’s biggest stage. Since then, South Africa has sent three more teams to compete at the WCS Championship event, two more to compete in WCS partner events at Gamers8, and one more to compete in the global video competition during lockdown. Now comes your chance to be South Africa’s next representative team\! 2026 will see 33 countries fighting it out in the world’s premiere cosplay and skit competition. The South African Regional Qualifier will take place at Comic Con Cape Town on Saturday May 1st, with the winning team heading to Japan in 2027 to take on the world’s best. ## Ready…? Action\! want to express your interest in entering the comp or look up a bit more about the rules, here are some helpful links ### register an expression of interest in competing [click here](https://forms.gle/zwjyiqvFV1ncsm1Y6) ### 2026 WCS South African Regional construction template [Download](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6728be371fbbb05ccfeeb09c/69772c14e3916b6e15300745_WCS%20SA%202026%20Regional%20Qualifier%20-%20Costume%20Construction%20Report.pptx) ## THE RULES Ensure fair play and a smooth competition with the official 2025 rule book. This comprehensive guide outlines all the rules, guidelines, and procedures to keep the competition organized and fair for all participants. Stay informed, play by the rules, and compete with confidence\! [Download](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6728be371fbbb05ccfeeb09c/69772c34cd94a67b75456b98_WCS%20SA%202026%20Regional%20Qualifier%20-%20Ruleset.docx.pdf) # Contact Us Have any questions or need some help? Reach out to us and we are glad to Assist\! [info@wecosplaysa.org.za](mailto:info@wecosplaysa.org.za) Thank you for reaching out! Your message has been received, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. I’m excited to connect and discuss how we can bring your project to life. Talk soon\! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. ##### about WCSA WeCosplaySA is a non-profit company (NPC) whose mission is to elevate cosplay in South Africa by supporting, developing, and growing an inherently diverse and creative community, and providing opportunities to showcase their skills and talents on local and international stage. ##### socials [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@wecosplaysa) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wecosplaysa/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/WCSTeamSA?mibextid=ZbWKwL)

[](https://www.wecosplaysa.org.za/)  Name World Cosplay Summit location HELD AT COMIC CON CAPE TOWN date 1 May 2026 ## The World Cosplay Summit (WCS) is an annual cosplay competition and cultural exchange held in Nagoya, Japan. About Launched in 2003 by Japanese television station TV Aichi, its main focus is to promote the international exchange of Japanese culture, manga and anime. The championship debuted in 2005 and has been held annually since, with participants hailing from 40+ countries and across 6 continents. past teams Representatives Explore our **Past Representatives** section to learn about the talented cosplayers who have represented our country at the World Cosplay summit over the years. Discover their costumes, performances, and achievements, celebrating the creativity and passion that define each year’s participants. In 2018, South Africa became the first country on the continent to compete in the largest cosplay event in the world - World Cosplay Summit (WCS). August of that year saw [@Jinxiecosplay](https://www.instagram.com/jinxiecosplay/?hl=en) and [@Neon.okami.cosplay](https://www.instagram.com/neon.okami.cosplay/?hl=en) travel to Nagoya, Japan to take on teams from dozens of countries on cosplay’s biggest stage. Since then, South Africa has sent three more teams to compete at the WCS Championship event, two more to compete in WCS partner events at Gamers8, and one more to compete in the global video competition during lockdown. Now comes your chance to be South Africa’s next representative team\! 2026 will see 33 countries fighting it out in the world’s premiere cosplay and skit competition. The South African Regional Qualifier will take place at Comic Con Cape Town on Saturday May 1st, with the winning team heading to Japan in 2027 to take on the world’s best. ## Ready…? Action\! want to express your interest in entering the comp or look up a bit more about the rules, here are some helpful links ### register an expression of interest in competing [click here](https://forms.gle/zwjyiqvFV1ncsm1Y6) ### 2026 WCS South African Regional construction template [Download](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6728be371fbbb05ccfeeb09c/69772c14e3916b6e15300745_WCS%20SA%202026%20Regional%20Qualifier%20-%20Costume%20Construction%20Report.pptx) ## THE RULES Ensure fair play and a smooth competition with the official 2025 rule book. This comprehensive guide outlines all the rules, guidelines, and procedures to keep the competition organized and fair for all participants. Stay informed, play by the rules, and compete with confidence\!