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Anime USA 2014 has ended
Everyone here at Anime USA is excited you’ve come to join us this year as we celebrate Japanese fashion for 2014! This schedule will provide you with descriptions, locations, and times for each event taking place at Anime USA. We’ve brought together an amazing group of musicians, voice actors, fashion designers, artists, cosplayers, educational guests, DJs, vendors, maids, and hosts to bring you an Anime USA like never before. Enjoy panels, workshops, AMV showings, dances, games, and more! 
Educational Track [clear filter]
Friday, October 3
 

2:00pm EDT

Kimono: Fashion of the Past and Present
Friday October 3, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

3:00pm EDT

Japanese Dolls: Washcloth Ninjas
Join Japanese doll instructor and enthusiast Anne Cox for this hands-on class, focusing on Washcloth Ninja dolls. Attendees will be able to make a traditional doll to take home with them. This workshop is suitable for children.

Friday October 3, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Fashion (Virginia B) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

3:00pm EDT

Kill la Kill and Feminism
Since its premiere, there has hardly been a more contentious topic than Kill la Kill and its relationship to feminism. Are positive female portrayals buried too deeply under offensive battlesuits? We'll consider a number of perspectives and delve into Kill La Kill and what it means for any fandom-feminist cause.

Friday October 3, 2014 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

4:00pm EDT

Big Bads: A Look at the Mythical Adversary
From dread gods to vengeful forces, the idea of the adversary has been formed and revised countless times over the centuries. This panel explores the notion of the adversary as it appears in classical mythology, and how it has been applied to modern media.

Theme & Educational Guests
CD

Charles Dunbar

Anthropologist, Study Of Anime
Charles Dunbar is an anthropologist. He studies a lot of things, be it fandom, anime culture, the supernatural, or mysterious men in blue boxes. He received his MA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2011, after utilizing ancient Mayan techniques to hypnotize his department into believing... Read More →


Friday October 3, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

5:00pm EDT

Yakuza: History and Ritual
The Yakuza are a series of contradictions. To most, they are the scum of the earth. Amongst themselves, they are the heroes of Japan and its last true samurai. JoinLord Ramirez as he goes into the mysterious history and bizarre practices of Japan’s criminal underworld.

Theme & Educational Guests
LR

Lord Ramirez

Not easily missed with his outrageous outfits, Lord Ramirez is a presenter and educator at many Sci Fi, Anime, and Alternative conventions across the United States. His unique set of skills allow him to fit right in wherever there is something unusual and fun.His interest in Japanese... Read More →


Friday October 3, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

6:00pm EDT

Women in Japanese Folklore
Women have always had many roles in Japanese folklore. Learn about some of the different characters and stories in this fun and informative educational panel.

Friday October 3, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

7:00pm EDT

A Brief History of Yokai
From Godzilla to Pokemon, Japan is monster country. And all of Japan's monsters have their roots in the bizarre menagerie of creatures called yokai. Come learn the history behind yokai--a journey from the invisible monsters of the Heian period to the yokai catalogs of Edo.

Theme & Educational Guests
ZD

Zack Davisson

Manga Translator, Writer, and Scholar
Zack Davisson is a manga translator and a writer and scholar of Japanese folklore and ghosts. He is the author of Yurei: The Japanese Ghost and The Ghost of Oyuki from Chin Music Press and a contributing writer to Weird Tales and Wayward from Image Comics. As a manga translator... Read More →


Friday October 3, 2014 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

8:00pm EDT

Kill la Kill and the Transformation of Japan (Otogi-zoshi Edition)
On the surface, Trigger's latest anime explosion seems to be more about boobs and butts than anything else. But dig a little deeper and themes of state-sponsored fascism, elevated gods, the perils of war, and the construction of identity all shine through. This panel looks at the series as an extended analogy for Meiji Japan, the reconstruction of Shinto, and the quest for a unified Japan…cloaked in enough fanservice to make anyone blush.

Theme & Educational Guests
CD

Charles Dunbar

Anthropologist, Study Of Anime
Charles Dunbar is an anthropologist. He studies a lot of things, be it fandom, anime culture, the supernatural, or mysterious men in blue boxes. He received his MA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2011, after utilizing ancient Mayan techniques to hypnotize his department into believing... Read More →


Friday October 3, 2014 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

9:00pm EDT

How Not to be an Otaku Creeper
How to interact with otaku without getting a harassment charge, kicked out of your favorite convention, or being "that guy” or “that girl.”

Friday October 3, 2014 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

10:00pm EDT

Basic Rope Bondage (18+)

Sciguy has been rigging for BDSM for over seven years, and has taught rope bondage for three. Let him show you the ropes and learn the basics of how to tie up your partner! This is an introductory panel that will demonstrate safety, basic single and two-column restraints, and harnesses.


Friday October 3, 2014 10:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

11:30pm EDT

BDSM in Anime, Video Games, Hentai, and Manga: The Things You Can and Can’t Do in Real Life Introduction (18+)

This introductory panel will focus on the safety and feasibility of BDSM acts seen in popular media. BDSM must be done properly to ensure the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all participants. We will demonstrate how to properly perform many of the common acts and present widelyaccepted safety precautions. We will also have a Q&A session. Our goal is to educate and promote safe, sane, and consensual kink and BDSM.


Friday October 3, 2014 11:30pm - Saturday October 4, 2014 2:30am EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008
 
Saturday, October 4
 

10:00am EDT

Japanese Dolls: Hina Dolls
Join Japanese doll instructor and enthusiast Anne Cox for this hands-on class, focusing on Hina dolls. Attendees will be able to make a traditional doll to take home with them. This workshop is suitable for children.

Saturday October 4, 2014 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

11:00am EDT

The Metropolitan Japanese + English Language Community

We are a social community in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area that shares Japanese and English as a second language and acknowledges the best of both Japanese and American culture. We are thrilled to tell AnimeUSA about our language and culture community for anyone interested in studying Japanese or English as a second language or celebrating Japanese culture in the United States.


Saturday October 4, 2014 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

1:00pm EDT

Animedicine: From Bandages to Bullet Wounds

Ever wondered how zombies manage to spread their infection? Why did Makoto Shishio’s personality do a 180 after he was shot in the head? Why can’t hospitals in real life have rooms as large as they are in anime, and why do the patients in anime hospitals seem never to be connected to any machines? Join three real live medical students as we discuss (and debunk) the science and medicine behind your favorite anime series.


Saturday October 4, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

2:00pm EDT

Book Hunting 101 and on Stalking the Wild Book: How to Make a Small Fortune Hunting Scarce Collectibles in Their Natural Habitat, Together With Some Notes on the Care and Feeding of Antiques and Rarities
J. Millard Simpson, essayist, book dealer, and collector, will give a short tutorial on the science and art of rare book hunting.  This will cover such basic subjects as Stalking Your Prey, Making Sure Of Your Target, Bagging Your Trophy (Without Paying Too Much), Mounting And Display, and The Care And Feeding Of Used Books In Captivity. The first half-hour will consist of a general overview, followed by questions, than an in-depth presentation and many rare and significant finds, some unique, will be presented for your viewing pleasure and edification.

Saturday October 4, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

3:30pm EDT

Japanese Trivia
Come compete in our Japanese trivia competition for exciting prizes. Topics will include anime, fashion, and Japanese culture. Bring a team or form one there.

Saturday October 4, 2014 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

4:00pm EDT

How to Learn New Language & Culture Through Entertainment & The Arts
Learning a language can be quite frustrating and downright hard at times. One of the issues with learning a language like Japanese is the strict memorization format. What if cute little cats could help you learn Japanese in a more fun, entertaining way? Join SAMURAI EIKO creator Steven D’Onofrio and his KuNu cats in an interactive Japanese lesson using fun games and animated shorts. By the time you leave, you’ll be able to get around Tokyo with no issues whatsoever! Meow!

Saturday October 4, 2014 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Panel 1 (Marriott Salon 1) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

5:00pm EDT

War and Yokai! The World of Shigeru Mizuki
At 92 years old, Shigeru Mizuki is Japan's oldest and most famous manga artist--yet one of the least known in the west. Learn about the legendary genius behind the yokai manga Gegege no Kitaro and the historical epic Showa: A History of Japan.

Theme & Educational Guests
ZD

Zack Davisson

Manga Translator, Writer, and Scholar
Zack Davisson is a manga translator and a writer and scholar of Japanese folklore and ghosts. He is the author of Yurei: The Japanese Ghost and The Ghost of Oyuki from Chin Music Press and a contributing writer to Weird Tales and Wayward from Image Comics. As a manga translator... Read More →


Saturday October 4, 2014 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

6:00pm EDT

Eat Brains and Live: Zombies, Identity, & Media
Zombie stories have been about a lot of things: racism, fear, consumption, politics, and the unknown. This panel takes a look at the phenomenon of the zombie, from its roots in Africa and Haiti, to its associated themes and interpretations in cinema, games, and anime. More than a retrospective, the discussion will attempt to create a more inclusive definition of what zombie means, and how it can be applied in discourse.

Theme & Educational Guests
CD

Charles Dunbar

Anthropologist, Study Of Anime
Charles Dunbar is an anthropologist. He studies a lot of things, be it fandom, anime culture, the supernatural, or mysterious men in blue boxes. He received his MA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2011, after utilizing ancient Mayan techniques to hypnotize his department into believing... Read More →


Saturday October 4, 2014 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

7:00pm EDT

The Three Faces of Shinto
Shinto is as hard to define as it is to explain. But that doesn’t mean our panel of experts won’t try. Join Zack Davisson, Charles Dunbar, and Katriel Page for a candid exploration of the idea of shinto; how it has been colored by time and experience; and the gods, the stories, and the ways with which the material has been interpreted and absorbed by writers, artists, creatives of all colors, politicians, priests, and above all, people. 

Theme & Educational Guests
CD

Charles Dunbar

Anthropologist, Study Of Anime
Charles Dunbar is an anthropologist. He studies a lot of things, be it fandom, anime culture, the supernatural, or mysterious men in blue boxes. He received his MA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2011, after utilizing ancient Mayan techniques to hypnotize his department into believing... Read More →
ZD

Zack Davisson

Manga Translator, Writer, and Scholar
Zack Davisson is a manga translator and a writer and scholar of Japanese folklore and ghosts. He is the author of Yurei: The Japanese Ghost and The Ghost of Oyuki from Chin Music Press and a contributing writer to Weird Tales and Wayward from Image Comics. As a manga translator... Read More →


Saturday October 4, 2014 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

8:00pm EDT

Tessen: The Fan of the Samurai
The tessen, or sensugata, was the fan of the samurai. Not just a device to keep him cool, it was a weapon in its own right. Join Lord Ramirez in discovering both the tessen’s history and its use in combat!

Theme & Educational Guests
LR

Lord Ramirez

Not easily missed with his outrageous outfits, Lord Ramirez is a presenter and educator at many Sci Fi, Anime, and Alternative conventions across the United States. His unique set of skills allow him to fit right in wherever there is something unusual and fun.His interest in Japanese... Read More →


Saturday October 4, 2014 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

9:00pm EDT

Cupcakes, Rainbows, and Grand Guignol: Grimdark in My Little Pony Fanworks (18+)
Mention cupcakes to an MLP fan, and their reaction can range from glee to something akin to PTSD. Awareness of the dark side of brony fan fiction and art is not a necessary part of the fan experience, but it opens up an interesting line of questions as to why it exists, and what it says about both fans and fandom. This panel explores the idea of grimdark fictions through a lens of grotesque art, carnivale literature, and the influence of the Theatre du Grand Guignol. Definitely not for the faint of heart.

Theme & Educational Guests
CD

Charles Dunbar

Anthropologist, Study Of Anime
Charles Dunbar is an anthropologist. He studies a lot of things, be it fandom, anime culture, the supernatural, or mysterious men in blue boxes. He received his MA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2011, after utilizing ancient Mayan techniques to hypnotize his department into believing... Read More →


Saturday October 4, 2014 9:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

10:00pm EDT

Advanced Rope Bondage (18+)
Do you already know a few knots, or have you been to the Basic Rope Bondage panel already? If so, come on down for some more advanced techniques!  We’ll be going over TakateKote (Japanese box tie), futomomo, non-rope bondage, and how to use everything in both panels in a practical environment.  Attendance of the basic course is recommended, but not required.

Saturday October 4, 2014 10:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

11:30pm EDT

BDSM in Anime, Video Games, Hentai, and Manga: The Things You Can and Can’t Do in Real Life Advanced (18+)
This advanced panel will focus on the safety and feasibility of BDSM acts seen in popular media. BDSM must be done properly to ensure the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all participants. We will demonstrate how to properly perform many of the more advanced types of play and present widelyaccepted safety precautions. We will also have a Q&A session. Our goal is to educate and promote safe, sane, and consensual kink and BDSM.

Saturday October 4, 2014 11:30pm - Sunday October 5, 2014 2:30am EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008
 
Sunday, October 5
 

12:00pm EDT

Japanese Dolls: Kaede
Join Japanese doll instructor and enthusiast Anne Cox for this hands-on class, focusing on dolls of Kaede, the Anime USA mascot. Attendees will be able to make a traditional doll to take home with them. This workshop is suitable for children.

Sunday October 5, 2014 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

1:00pm EDT

Yurei: The Japanese Ghost
Black hair. White face. White kimono. Japanese ghosts--called yurei--are one of the most famous figures in Japanese pop culture. Everyone knows what they look like, but few know why. Come learn the fascinating history and folklore behind the ghosts of Japan.

Theme & Educational Guests
ZD

Zack Davisson

Manga Translator, Writer, and Scholar
Zack Davisson is a manga translator and a writer and scholar of Japanese folklore and ghosts. He is the author of Yurei: The Japanese Ghost and The Ghost of Oyuki from Chin Music Press and a contributing writer to Weird Tales and Wayward from Image Comics. As a manga translator... Read More →


Sunday October 5, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Panel 3 (Washington 2) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

1:30pm EDT

Japanese Fan Dancing
Theme & Educational Guests
LR

Lord Ramirez

Not easily missed with his outrageous outfits, Lord Ramirez is a presenter and educator at many Sci Fi, Anime, and Alternative conventions across the United States. His unique set of skills allow him to fit right in wherever there is something unusual and fun.His interest in Japanese... Read More →


Sunday October 5, 2014 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Education (Virginia A) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

2:00pm EDT

Adult Aikido Demonstration
Join DC Aikido for a demonstration of Aikido specifically geared towards adults.

Sunday October 5, 2014 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington Marriott Wardman Park: Stage 1 (Thurgood Marshall) 2660 Woodley Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008
 

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