Last sighted in an obscure, non-descript office building in downtown Akita, disguised under the moniker of the “Akita Design Hub” were a number of strange looking cosplay masks, the size of motorcycle helmets, fully autographed and in immaculate condition. Though far from the epicentre of the cosplay universe of Akihabara, this previously secret location is now revealed to Cosplay and Anime enthusiasts, those who are willing to scour the country looking for Kamen Rider heaven, or hell, depending what happens to your character. You might even encounter Mizuki Ichiro, the voice over behind many manga dramas, whose tough non nonsense tone brings life to theme songs including Robot Detective, Tekkaman and Kamen Rider X.
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Cosplay and Manga Mania in Akita
Gundam, Kamen Rider and Mizuki Ichiro

By Bonson Lam
Community writer

Autographed Kamen Rider or Gundam Like Manga Cosplay Masks the size of Motorbike helmets at the Akita Design Hub and Handicraft Center

Manga Cosplay Poster at the Akita Design Hub

Kamen Rider lives again with singer Aniki Mizuki Ichiro at the Akita Design Hub

Blue and Silver Kamen Rider Cosplay Helmet at Akita Design Hub and Handicraft Center

Red Autographed Kamen Rider or Gundam Like Manga Cosplay Masks the size of Motorbike helmets at the Akita Design Hub and Handicraft Center

Some seriously scary looking cosplay characters last seen at the Akita Design Hub
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