Over the weekend, several thousand gathered at one of Malaysia’s biggest ACG events, AniManGaki (AMG) 2024 for a non-stop array of content activities enjoyed by fans, made by fans.
AMG 2024 hosted anisong singer and lolita model Luna Haruna as its special guest to perform live.
Haruna is known for singing the theme songs of numerous anime works such as the “Sword Art Online” series, the “Monogatari series”, and the “Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend” series.
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| Luna Haruna |
When asked about the songs, she shares that she views the whole story of any anime or reads the manga when writing the songs for them.
“Right before recording, I view the raw scenes from the anime to get a feel for when I sing,” said Haruna.
Haruna is also involved in various activities, including designing and producing wedding dresses for the brand “LUNAMARIA” and designing “OSHI TO DATE,” a brand of bags especially designed for ACG fans.
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| Luna Haruna signing autographs |
Haruna shared that she curates her outfits, paying attention to the environment, lighting, climate, and mood.
She also happily shared some tips on Lolita dressing in hot humid environments as Malaysia tends to be.
“My concerts have also been the highlight of my career; I really hope my Malaysian fans enjoy it”
– Luna Haruna
AMG 2024 held 3 nightly concerts featuring live performances by Haruna, Indonesian idol girl group JKT48, and their Malaysian sister group KLP48.
KLP48 is the 10th international sister group of AKB48, Japan’s most popular idol group.
KLP48’s first generation consists of 13 members, featuring talents from Malaysia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and transfers from AKB48 in Japan.
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| 6 members from KLP48 |
The members shared about their dreams and goals for the group, of how they are working toward a world tour someday and ultimately performing their own original setlist.
“Our fans are important to us; everything we do is for them”
- Yi Shyan, 1st generation member of KLP48
The Artist Alley had over 350 booths selling self-made quality products for ACG fans, showing off the talent and creativity of the artists.
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| Artist Alley |
AMG attendees had the chance to meet their favorite cosplayers, with over 90+ cosplayer booths available.
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| Fans meeting with their favorite cosplayers |
Throughout the 3 days various workshops, panels, and stage acts were held.
An origami workshop showing attendees how to fold unique anime-themed origami creations such as an Attack On Titan sword blade.
There was a Dungeons & Dragons ‘how to play’ workshop conducted by Nightshade Tavern. Roaring laughter echoed throughout the workshop venue as players endeavored on their grand escape.
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| Players enjoying D&D session |
"Despite the intial learning curve, it didn't take long for the new players get into the game.
"Although Jubensha isn't the usual format we do, we were encouraged to see how much the players enjoyed our games.
"With that we've accomplished our goal in opening up the world of TTRPGs to newer players and look forward to seeing them again"
- Game Master Myth
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| Nightshade Tavern's Discord |
The Makan Corner makes its return offering weary and hungry attendees the chance to refuel and continue on without leaving the convention hall.
All in all, another successful year for AMG.
“To all the fans and attendees, you are the heart of AniManGaki, your enthusiasm, support, and love fuel everything we do.
"Thank you for being here and for being a part of this incredible journey.”
- Yvonne Sing, Director of AniManGaki
AniManGaki (AMG) unites thousands of animation, comics, and games (ACG) fans and enthusiasts throughout its various projects.
It brings in pop culture content from around the world to Malaysia, ranging from edgy Japanese pop culture to Marvel-DC Universes and then some of the Western comics world.
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