July 30th, 2025
If you’re into manga and haven’t been to Otakon yet, let me just say – you’re seriously missing out! This massive convention happens every summer in Washington, D.C. (a short drive from our College Park and Annapolis stores), and it’s like a three-day festival for anyone obsessed with anime, manga, J-pop, video games, and all things East Asian pop culture. But if manga is your thing? Otakon is next-level awesome!
Manga Merch!
First off, let’s talk about shopping. The dealer’s room at Otakon is huge. We’re talking shelves stacked with manga volumes, box sets, Japanese imports, rare finds, and everything in between. Whether you’re hunting down that out-of-print volume you’ve been searching for forever or just looking to start a new series, odds are you’ll find it here. Plus, the Artist Alley is packed with talented folks selling original artwork!
Can’t get enough of the manga hunt? Stop by the Third Eye Mothership before or after the con on August 9th for our annual Third Eve Throwdown Tent Sale and snag 50% off all manga volumes in the tent!!
Panel Palooza!
Otakon’s panel lineup is always loaded with great stuff for manga fans. You’ll find talks about just about anything, from deep dives into popular series to discussions about lesser-known artists and trends. Some are super informative, some are just straight-up fun; like trivia battles, character debates, or meme-fueled manga readings!
Great Guests!
Otakon brings in some amazing guests! You might get to watch a live drawing demo, attend a Q&A, or even snag an autograph. It’s not every day you get to see a creator sketch your favorite character in person. Need to grab a copy of your favorite series to get signed by the voice actor you’ve been dying to meet? Third Eye has you covered with these volumes featuring fan-favorite characters!
Very Good Vibes!
What really makes Otakon stand out is the community! Everyone there gets it. You’ll see tons of people cosplaying old and new characters alike, striking up random conversations in line about your current reads, or finding niche meetups for their favorite series. Whether you’re a hardcore collector or just getting into manga, it’s super welcoming! Chances are, you’ll make some new friends to come browse the shelves at Third Eye with!
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