• Flash Crowd Panel**
  Ever walk down an alleyway, only to have two hundred people appear out of nowhere and start doing the Thriller Dance? Well, neither have we. But if you've heard of Flash Crowds, then you've GOT to check out this panel. We will go over some of the greatest flash crowds as seen all over the world, etiquette for participating in a Flash Crowd, and even create one ourselves! Don't know what a flash crowd is? Then check us out! Please note: we kindly ask anyone under the age of thirteen to please be supervised by an adult.
  
  

• Ana's Ikimaru Kabuki Theater Hour**
  Ever wanted the 411 on Japanese Traditional Theater of various types? From nihon buyo dance to kabuki theater, we've got it all! Step in for an hour of the best clips, short movies, dances, and cultural demonstrations that Japan has to offer!
  
  
• The Naruto VS. Bleach Panel**
  Team Naruto and Team Bleach, report to your battle stations! Team Naruto may be seated on the left side of the room, and Team Bleach on the right. There will be three rounds: Mission Voiceover, Operation Cosplay Twins, and Dance Battle a Go Go! To participate in the battles, please be ready to sign up at the beginning of the panel- first come, first serve! Be sure to cheer as loudly as you can for your team! The team that wins shall be crowned the better show of the two for the remainder of the convention!
  
  
  FAQ: What the Heck is a Geisha, Anyways?
  Welcome back to our popular panel on Geisha Culture and life! We will discuss a brief history of geisha, what attire they wear, and what it is they ACTUALLY do. We will also talk about the Western View of the geisha world, what has changed over the past year, and about the onnagata of kabuki theater. Sheet music as transcribed by Anna of Ana's Ikimaru will be shown of the popular ballad, "Gion Kouta", and the popular games, "Walk Like A Geisha Relay Race" and "Is This Picture A Geisha, or a Dude?"  will be it's return as well. hope to see you there!

• That Not-So-Boring Kimono Panel
  This is the perfect panel for beginners wanting to get started on learning about kimono! We will discuss the different types of kimono worn, levels of formality, who wears kimono in Japan presently, and discuss how to identify the difference between a true kimono, and their many impostors. We will discuss the Kimono Hime and Waloli looks that are reviving the trend in Japan right now. There will also be a demonstration on how to wear the kimono in the traditional way, as well as a demonstration on how one can wear the kimono to suit their personal taste.

• Tea Tasting: The Good, and Wacky, and the Downright Horrifying
  In this Panel, you will be able to try a variety of teas from Japan, China, and around the world. We will discuss how to taste tea, how tea is grown, and the three schools of Tea Ceremony in Japan. Each person will be able to try several sample of tea, including macha green tea, white tea, as well as frightening teas such as "Menopause Release Tea", "Man Love King Power" tea, and "Sleep Tea" from China which tastes like a potent combination wood, foot, and yuck- and does not make you sleepy at all! Donations will be accepted and given to the Morikami Japanese Gardens in Florida.

• Kanzashi Hairpin Workshop
  In this workshop, attendees with learn about the Tsumami Kanzashi Hairpins- a tradition that involves folding fabric into small petals and crafting them into flowers. We a brief discussion on how kanzashi is made who wore them in the past, and who wears them now. Each attendee will be able to craft their own hairpin and take it home with them as a souvinir of this workshop. Minors under the age of 13 are advised to use the blue low temperature glue guns, or have a parent present with them during the panel.

• Kimono for Experts
  Been to one of the excellent kimono panels here in Florida, and feel that you're ready for the next step? In this panel we will teach you how to wear semi-formal kimono of various types, tie O-Taiko, Fukura Suzume musubi, and how to tie a couple variations of men's obi. Feel free to bring your favorite kimono items to practise with. We will also be bringing a collection of antique kimono for viewing- including a samurai kamishimo over two hundred years old, and a geisha's kimono from the 1920's. Hope to see you there!

• Workshop: Shibori Tie-Dye
  We will learn today about the Japanese Tie-Dye Technique "Shibori", and learn how to do a simplified version of the age-old tradition. Shibori is used on anything from hairpeices, kimono, purses, and even underwear! Each attendee will be able to bring home a sample of shibori fabric, and make their own shibori fabric to take home with them. Minors under the age of 13 are required have a parent present with them during the panel.