Japan Culture Center of Western New York
The Japan Culture Center of Western New York Inc. (JapanWNY) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization registered with the New York State Charity Bureau. As a nonprofit organization, the Center offers a broad spectrum of traditional and contemporary Japanese cultural programs and events. The fundamental purpose of these programs is to enable participants to realize differences and similarities between two cultures and to re-examine potentials and abilities from different perspectives. Ultimately, the center contributes to society by helping to unify people of different cultural backgrounds, thus contributing to world peace.
Hidden Village
Hidden Village is Buffalo’s Black Geek collective that hold events and spaces for pop-culture fanhoods to create, network, and bond over common interests. Every event is themed around fictional media and trending ideas, with room for both entertainment and learning. Fans of comic books, anime, fantasy, music, performance art, and related realms of education come together to socialize and exchange.
Misty Guild Café
324 Niagara St. | Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Only a 5 minute drive / 10 minute walk away from KinshokuCon 2025!
Local café striving for community building and good coffee. In the heart of Niagara Falls, NY on the beaten path to the falls. We try to add a bit of pick up in your step!
Special Offer for KinshokuCon 2026 Badge Holders!
Enjoy 10% off your purchase at our partnering restaurant, Misty Guild Café.
Open all weekend 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Industry Tables
KinshokuCon is proud to welcome our friends at:
February 8, 2026 | Rochester Institute of Technology
March 21-22, 2026 | Rochester Institute of Technology
April 17-19, 2026 | University at Buffalo
September 18-20, 2026 | Rochester, NY