31 January 2014

Kaichou wa Maid-sama!: Ayuzawa Misaki and Usui Takumi

kaichou wa maid-sama! cosplay - ayuzawa misaki and usui takumiDuring his second year at Seika High, Usui Takumi became interested in the first female student council president, Ayuzawa Misaki. He learned her secret of working part-time at a maid cafe, and Misaki became suspiciou that his interest in her is mainly due to his intents on blackmailing her. As a result, despite telling her many times that he loves her, Misaki refuses to accept his feelings, dismissing his behavior as a joke or a form of sexual harassment.

I can’t believe I only had one cosplay feature from this series! It’s one of my favorites so far, so I guess I better start hunting! Thanks to Jill for sending this!

Source: Hyko on World Cosplay

30 January 2014

Shingeki no Kyojin Live Action

Well, ok, so it’s really just an ad for Subaru Forester, but hey! The titans are looking very good in this teaser! I hope the live action film coming in 2015 will be even better! Thanks to Enj for sharing this!

Source: Enjelia on Facebook

29 January 2014

One Piece: Perona

one piece cosplay - peronaConfident and strong-willed, Perona is the former “Wild Zombies” and “Surprise Zombies Commander” of Thriller Bark before the collapse of Gekko Moriah’s zombie army. Despite her cute looks, she normally speaks using a very masculine language. Nevertheless, she adores cute things, and will only allow someone to work for her if they are cute.

This feature is so pink that my eyes are hurting. But now I know who this character is! I’ve been seeing her around conventions lately, so I’ll be sure to snap a few photos when I can! Thanks again to Mila for sending this in!

Source: Manga & Anime Zone (M&A Zone) on Blogger

28 January 2014

Sekai-Ichi Hatsukoi: Kisa Shota and Yukina Kou 02

sekai-ichi hatsukoi cosplay - kisa shota and yukina kou 2

Although he is already 30-years-old, Kisa Shota claims he has never actually fallen in love with anyone before. He knows that he has a tendency of falling for someone just for their good looks, and thus immediately develops a crush on Yukina Kou when he saw him in Marimo Books. After Kisa was introduced to Yukina by Yokozawa Takafumi from the sales department, Yukina becomes very interested in Kisa as he is the editor of the shoujo manga books that he likes the most.

To those who’ve seen the series, you probably know where this scene in from, but who’s to say what’s really happening behind that sketchbook, right? Thanks to again to Toki for sharing this!

Source: Toki’s Manga Marathon

27 January 2014

Rise of the Guardians | Frozen: Jack Frost and Elsa

rise of the guardians / frozen cosplay - jack frost and elsa

Just… just look at how perfect this is! To pair Jack Frost with Elsa the Snow Queen?! If only they were made by the same animation company, we’d have the most awesome crossover ever!

I’d bet this love story would be super cool and heart warming! By the way, please visit Elsa’s cosplayer’s page, Ivy Cosplay and Art, and Jack’s cosplayer’s page, TidusSurya. Thanks to Dania for sending this in!

Source: Cosplay Fever on Facebook

26 January 2014

Uta no Prince-sama: Hijirikawa Masato 03

uta no prince-sama cosplay - hijirikawa masato 3Serious and old-fashioned, Hijirikawa Masato is the eldest son and heir to the Hijirikawa Group. Being raised in a strict environment, he is unable to show his true self because of his upbringing. It was later revealed that he, Ranmaru, and Ren, were childhood friends as they are all “heirs to rich corporations”.

That really looks Masato! Serious, yet a little emotional. I really love how this cosplayer portrayed that adorable, piano boy! I wonder who s/he is? Thanks again to Mila for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to Moe for commenting that this is Brazillian cosplayer Yuu and to Renan Brum for the awesome photography!

Source: Manga & Anime Zone (M&A Zone) on Blogger

25 January 2014

Naruto: Shippuden: Uzumaki Naruto and Kurama

naruto: shippuden cosplay - uzumaki naruto and kurama

You know that your country is very accepting of Japanese Pop Culture when Naruto appears at the opening Salvo of Dinagyang Festival held in Iloilo City. Kudos to you, Tribu Paghidaet of La Paz National High School! And in case you’re interested, here is a video of their performance (not the best in video quality, but hey, their hard work is evident!). Thanks to Kevin for the heads up!

Source: JayCee Aiyana Obando on Facebook

24 January 2014

Kuroshitsuji: Undertaker 02

kuroshitsuji / black butler cosplay - undertakerWARNING: This article may contain spoilers from the latest manga chapters of Kuroshitsuji. Please read at your own risk!

A former Grim Reaper and funeral director in London, Undertaker acted as an informant to the Phantomhive family for many years before his true identity came to light. He is eccentric, as well as manipulative and ruthless, but appears to care deeply for Ciel Phantomhive for reasons still unknown. Like Sebastian, he is very interested in humans and the fundamentals of life.

That just looks amazing! The scar on his face and those beautiful, yellow green eyes – definitely one of the best Undertakers I have yet seen! Thanks to Mila for sending this in!

Source: Manga & Anime Zone (M&A Zone) on Blogger

23 January 2014

Suki-tte Ii na yo: Kurosawa Yamato 02

suki-tte ii na yo cosplay - kurosawa yamato 2Kurosawa Yamato is one of the most popular boys in his school. When he first met Tachibana Mei, she actually kicked him! Nevertheless, he took an interest in her and helped her out by kissing her to make her stalker go away. Yamato may not look like it, but he is actually very kind and protective, putting others’ interests before himself.

That hair and that smile! It really does look like Yamato! It’s too bad the photo is a little grainy. Thanks to Fina for sending this in!

Source: Sukitte ii Na Yo (Anime) on Facebook

22 January 2014

Vocaloid 2: Hatsune Miku 50

vocaloid 2 cosplay - hatsune miku 50

雪の星座が囁く 答えはいつも そこに そこに
Winter constellations whisper; answers are always there
二人は闇を泳いだ 凍てつく風の さかな さかな
The two swim in darkness like fish of freezing wind

二人は指をからめた 凍える夜の ねずみ ねずみ
The two entwine their fingers like rats of a freezing night
二人は闇を泳いだ 凍てつく風の さかな さかな
The two swim in darkness like fish of freezing wind

二人は光もとめた 羽ばたくだけの ことり ことり
The two seek the light like little birds that can only flap their wings
二人は体かさねた 眠れぬ旅の ひつじ ひつじ
The two sleep together like sheep on a sleepless trip

“Oratorio”
Lyrics and Translation by Vocalochu

50 different cosplays of one character – I still can’t believe how popular this voice synthesizer program has become! And she’s sung many different types of songs too! I hope you guys aren’t tired of seeing her in Cosplay Holic, because I sure haven’t yet! Thanks to Daniel for sending this in!

Source: Lovers Cosplay on Tumblr

21 January 2014

Sekai-Ichi Hatsukoi: Onodera Ritsu and Saga Masamune

sekaiichi hatsukoi cosplay - onodera ritsu and saga masamune

When they were still in high school, Onodera Ritsu had a crush on his sempai, Saga Masamune. He never spoke to him in person, but adored him from afar. Seeing as how much Masamune loved to read, Onodera decided that he would everything Masamune did in their school library. They eventually got together and Masamune even ended up tutoring Onodera after school.

This looks like a scene from a live action movie! I love the look on Masamune’s face! He looks bored but he stay with the sleeping Onodera anyway! Thanks to Toki for sharing this!

Source: Toki’s Manga Marathon

20 January 2014

Hunter x Hunter: Kurapika 02

hunter x hunter cosplay - kurapika 2

Calm, level-headed, and intelligent, Kurapika is not one to easily open up to people in order to keep himself focused on his goal. Although described to be moralistic, he can be very judgmental, and would not hesitate to compromise his personal morality to achieve his revenge. His fury comes from the grief of losing everyone he loved at the young age of twelve.

I can actually feel all that hate in this cosplayer’s eyes. I hope one day, Kurapika will be able to find peace. Maybe the new series will give him that closure? Thanks to Jennifer for sending this in!

Source: Lovers Cosplay on Tumblr

19 January 2014

Uta no Prince-sama: Tsukimiya Ringo 02

uta no prince-sama cosplay - tsukimiya ringo by nazs

Tsukimiya Ringo is the adviser and teacher of Saotome Academy Class A. He is actually an infamous male idol who cross-dresses as a female. At first, it was speculated that he liked cross-dressing, but it was later revealed in the game that, while working as an idol, his agency told him that he looked so cute and forced him to cross-dress in order to get any work!

Another amazing cosplay by Nazs from Thailand! You might remember her since I just featured her as Ikki from Amnesia, and I think she makes a fabulous Ringo as well! Thanks to Rei for sending this in!

Source: Nazs on World Cosplay

18 January 2014

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de - Hachiyou Shou: Akuram

harukanaru toki no naka de - hachiyou shou cosplay - akuram

Akuram is the leader of the Oni Clan and the one who summoned Motomiya Akane to Kyo. He wanted to utilize her power to gain full domination over the capital. It is said that Akuram is the most powerful leader of the Oni Clan, so much so that even his close associates are unsure of how to deal with it.

Yoshino Shiyui (吉野珠衣) makes a very beautiful Akuram. It’s how I imagined him to be in real life – a beautiful, androgynous being. Please visit her profile for more of her photos!

Source: 吉野珠衣 on Cosplayers Archive

17 January 2014

Angel Beats!: Yui 04

angel beats! cosplay - yui by aze顔を合わしたら喧嘩してばかり
If we see each other’s faces, we always fight.
それもいい思い出だった
That’s a good memory too.

きみが教えてくれたんだ もう恐くない
You taught me that; I’m not afraid anymore.
どんな不自由でも幸せは掴める だから
No matter what kind of impairment I may have, I can grasp happiness. That’s why…

ひとりでもゆくよ 例え辛くても
Even if I’m alone, I’ll go, even if it’s difficult.
きみと見た夢は 必ず持ってくよ
I’ll definitely bring the dream I had with you.
きみとがよかった ほかの誰でもない
I’m glad it was with you, and nobody else.
でも目覚めた朝 きみは居ないんだね
But when I woke up in the morning, you weren’t there.

“The Best Treasure”
Lyrics and Translation by
Anime Lyrics

This is probably my most favorite photo of her as Yui! Do you guys recognize this cosplayer? I used to tag her under a different name, but now she’s created a cosplayer’s account on Facebook. Her name is Aze, and she cosplayed Isanami from Brave 10 and Rei Kuassary from Karma! Please continue to support her!

Source: Aze on Facebook

16 January 2014

Sword Art Online: Asuna 06

sword art online cosplay - asuna 6Asuna is a kind and helpful individual who, like Kirito, refuses to abandon anyone in need. She takes the game very seriously and is focused on clearing it as soon as possible. She is described to be somewhat prideful, and is unafraid of dueling with anyone who challenges her authority.

This cosplayer is really beautiful. The lighting was a good choice for this shot too, and that sword looks very nice as well! Thanks to Gina for sending this in!

Source: SAO 52pk

15 January 2014

Another: Misaki Mei

another live action - misaki mei by hashimoto ai

When Sakakibara Koichi was sent to the hospital due to his heart condition, he claimed to have strange dreams about a mysterious girl with a doll’s eye.

A few days later, he meets the same girl from his dream in the hospital. He gingerly approached her, asking what she was looking for in the basement. However, she doesn’t answer him and continued to walk with a doll in her hand.

About a month later, Koichi entered Yomiyama North High and meets the girl with a doll’s eye once again. This time, she was in his classroom, sitting at the back of the class. However, when he asked his classmates about her, they all claimed that the desk was empty.

I’ve just seen this movie, and it really creeped me out. Of course, I guess it doesn’t help that my brother was watching with me and he was doing his very best to scare me even more! But I have to admit, Hashimoto Ai makes a very good (and cute) Misaki Mei!

Have you guys seen this movie yet?

Source: ultra43 on Deviant Art

14 January 2014

Vocaloid 2: Hatsune Miku 49

vocaloid 2 cosplay - hatsune miku by jesukeThe wingless fallen angel
羽堕とした堕天使は
Surrendered herself to the contract of evil
汚れた契りに身をゆだねて
In the past they even loved each other
愛し合った過去でさえも
She ended it by her own hand
その手で消し去ってしまったの

The stray heartbroken angel
傷ついた迷子の天使
Wandered in a town at dusk
夕暮れの街 彷徨い
And came across a girl
奇麗な瞳をもった
With beautiful eyes
ひとりの少女と出会う

“The Alluring Secret – Black Vow”
Lyrics and translation by
Vocalochu

Another beautiful cosplay by Jesuke! One day, I really hope I will get to meet this cosplayer. She can do both male and female characters so well! Thanks to Lara for suggesting this!

Source: Jesuke on Deviant Art

13 January 2014

Amnesia: Kent

amnesia cosplay - kent by nearrocasu

A highly intellectual individual, Kent was raised by his parents with the belief that everything had some sort of logical explanation. As a result, he believes that anything can be solved through logic. He is Ikki’s best friend and enjoys devising math puzzles, much to Ikki’s amusement.

Remember NearRoCasu’s cosplay as Nanase Haruka from “Free”? Well, he looks completely different in this cosplay, doesn’t he? Please support him by visiting his World Cosplay Account! Thanks again to Bella for sending this in!

Source: Kashi Kung on Tumblr

12 January 2014

Uta no Prince-sama: Ichinose Tokiya and Ittoki Otoya

uta no prince-sama cosplay - ichinose tokiya and ittoki otoyaIchinose Tokiya and Itoki Otoya have been roommates since they joined Saotome Academy. Tokiya started out as a Class S student because of his superior skill in rhythm and pitch, but was later placed in Class A because his singing lacked “heart”. It’s speculated that Tokiya was jealous of Otoya since, despite being an amateur, Otoya’s songs had something that Tokiya’s lacked.

Just look at how happy Otoya is! This cosplay is so in character that I just had to feature it! Please visit their profiles, Mitsuki(美月) as Tokiya and Kagami(鏡) as Otoya!

Source: 鏡 on Cosplayers Archive

11 January 2014

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de - Hachiyou Shou: Fuji-hime and Motomiya Akane

harukanaru toki no naka de - hachiyou shou cosplay - fuji-hime and motomiya akane

A cheerful, high school freshman, Motomiya Akane was summoned into the world of Kyo to become the Ryuujin no Miko, the Priestess of the Dragon God. She is the only one able to communicate with the Ryuujin, and Fuji-hime, being the last descendent of the Star Clan is destined to assist her. Although Fuji-hime is only 10 years old, she is quite the responsible young lady.

A lovely setting and scene for this cosplay! And Fuji Sakura (藤桜) definitely makes a very cute Fuji-hime! Please visit her profile page for more of her lovely photos!

Source: 藤桜 on Cosplayers Archive

10 January 2014

Carciphona: Blackbird

carciphona cosplay - blackbird by hetemsenarAn assassin who caused the Prohibition of Magic, Blackbird is known for slaying many esteemed sorcerers, warriors, and high-ranking individuals without fail. Although her motives behind the killings are currently unknown, she is said to be only human, yet possessed by demonic spirits. This may be the reason behind her abilities and homicidal tendencies.

HetemSenar makes such a perfect Blackbird, that I just had to feature her! It’s been almost a year since I asked for Shilin’s permission, but I hope this brings them both more fans anyway!

Source: HetemSenar on Deviant Art