Kawaii Kon, Hawai‘i’s premier anime convention, has become a major annual event for Island businesses to showcase their products, services and creative work to both local and visiting attendees.

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kawaii Kon 2025 is coming to Honolulu in March, and it’s packed with exciting events for anime fans, cosplayers and pop culture enthusiasts. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to ...