10 July 2016
D. Gray-man: Lenalee Lee 05
Lenalee’s anti-Akuma weapon, known as the Dark Boots, enable her to run at high speeds, jump great heights, walk on water, create whirlwinds, and use sound wares as footholds. At one point, Lenalee had an encounter with a Level 3 Akuma, which forced her to evoke more power than she could handle. With her life in danger, her Innocence became a crystal, protecting Lenalee from harm. This behavior was previously unheard of in Innocence.
Introducing Japanese cosplayer, Might (舞斗)! I love her action shot of Lenalee! It looks like she was caught mid air by a high speed camera!
Please support Might through her Archive page, and remember to join our Giveaway! Thanks to Arianna for sending this in!
17 February 2016
Yami no Matsuei: Muraki Kazutaka and Tsuzuki Asato 03

In the depths of eyes filled with tears
静かにこぼれ落ちて行く
A pale moon quietly spills over and falls
鮮やかな世界は音も無く
A brilliant world makes no sound
静かに闇に消えて行く
As it quietly disappears into the darkness
秒読みの中かけめぐる闇の中を
I run about in the dark hearing a countdown
そして新たなる時をむかえ今…
And this moment now summons a new era...
Well, I suppose that opposites do attract? In some levels?
Anyway! Please do continue to support きづきさくら “Kidzuki Sakura” (Archive) and 黒蜜 “Kuromitsu” (Archive and World Cosplay)! Thanks again to Hachimitsu for sending this in!
18 December 2015
Trinity Blood: Augusta Vradica / Seth Nightroad 04

At the end of the Night Lords Arc, Ion is horrified at the revelation that the tea seller he addressed as “girl” was actually the Empress, Augusta Vradica.
Japanese cosplayer Mitsuya (蜜也) looks absolutely stunning as Seth! I bet that costume took a lot of work to finish! Please be sure to support the cosplayer in her Archive account! Thanks to Zoe for sending this in!
05 September 2015
Harukanaru Toki no Naka de – Maihitoyo: Motomiya Akane and Ono Suefumi and Suefumi’s Ghost
Akane first met Suefumi on a rainy day, as Suefumi tacitly offered her his coat to keep herself from getting wet. When they met a second time, Suefumi confesses that he has no recollection of his past or his name, but somehow feels content by being with her. As Akane sets out to find out who Suefumi is, she unravels a famous cursed dance rumored to kill anyone who attempts to perform it.
I loved this story of Suefumi in Volume 14 of the manga! Although awkward, Suefumi was proud and fearless! It’s too bad he wasn’t part of Hachiyou Shou.
Anyway! Please support Akane’s cosplayer, Aizumi Sera (愛純世羅) through her Cosplayers’ Archive! I don’t know her friends’ websites, but Suefumi is cosplayed by Tachibana Hito (橘人)and his ghost version is cosplayed by Soku-san (蒼空さん)! Thanks again to Justine for sending this in!
Source: 愛純世羅 (あいずみせら) on Cosplayers’ Archive
28 August 2015
Harukanaru Toki no Naka de - Hachiyou Shou: Abe no Yasuaki 02
It was later revealed in the series that Abe no Yauaki is actually an artificial human created by the famous sorcerer, Abe no Seimei, by combining his “yin” to his wife’s “yang”. As such, there was something lacking in Yasuaki, and Seimei placed a charm on his face to compensate for this. Because he lacks emotions of his own, he is highly sensitive to the Priestess Akane’s thoughts and emotional state. On one occasion, Yasuaki shed tears with a blank face when Akane became very upset.
Japanese cosplayer Ichiha (イチハ) makes a lovely Yasuaki, don’t you you think? I managed to find most of the books from this series, I’m just lacking the earlier volumes now! But I really love the artwork on the manga. Maybe I should pick up the anime too.
Please visit Ichiha’s Archive and Blog for more of her photos! Thanks to Justine for sending this in!
Source: イチハ on Cosplayers’ Archive
13 August 2015
Sailor Moon R: Prince Demand
Prince Demand is the leader of Planet Nemesis, a fictional 10th planet of the Solar System. The planet itself is said to consist of negative energy and has the ability to vanish from sight, only traceable by X-ray. The people who reside there are known as the Black Moon Clan, descendents of criminals and traitors of Crystal Tokyo. Prince Demand himself resented Crystal Tokyo as he felt that they were corrupt, and that their long lifespans were blasphemous. Through Wiseman’s help and influence, Prince Demand formed a plan to go back in time before the influence of the Moon Kingdom began in order to create a new history, and perhaps a better future for his people.
Meet Japanese cosplayer, Tsuruta Kei (鶴田景)! Doesn’t she make an amazing Prince? Her Cosplayers’ Archive has a ton of her cosplays so please make sure to support her! Or if you’d like, you can also visit her Twitter and World Cosplay accounts! Thanks to Anne for sending this in!
Source: 鶴田景@P3M#2 on Cosplayers’ Archive
30 July 2015
Trinity Blood: Ion Fortuna 02
In the beginning of the series, Ion Fortuna was a selfish Methuselah who loathed the human race. However, after he was betrayed by his foster brother, Radu Barvon, for the Rosenkreuz Orden, Ion finds comfort in his friendship with Esther Blanchett. His attitude towards humans changes considerably, and when the Puppet Master forced him into a bloodthirsty rage, Ion attempted to commit suicide in order to stop himself from killing Esther.
Doesn’t Taiwanese cosplayer, Shiratori make a beautiful Ion? If you’d like to support her, please visit her websites: Archive, Cure, Deviant Art, Facebook, Plurk, Twitter, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Kuromi for sending this in!
Source: 白鳥 on Cosplayers’ Archive
29 July 2015
Tokyo Ghoul: Suzuya Juuzou
Previously known as Suzuya Rei, Suzuya Juuzou is a Special Class Ghoul Investigator who feels no pain nor fear. His lack of emotional understanding and fearlessness allows him confront any opponent head on, no matter how dangerous they are. However, this results in reckless behavior, as he even confronted Yoshimura alone when cooperation was necessary in taking him out.
What do you guys think of Hina’s cosplay? I’m really impressed how she captured the crazy innocence of Suzuya in this photo! Please continue to support her through her Archive and Twitter! Thanks to Adam for sending this in!
Source: 陽菜に東巻ください (ひな) on Cosplayers’ Archive
27 July 2015
Vocaloid 2: Utatane Piko
大体 君は そうやって 逃げ回って どっか隠れて
Anyway, you run away and hide yourself somewhere like that
だから言うよ 素直な君の リアルな感情 見せてくれないか
So, I’ll say it. Won't you be honest and show your real feelings?
誰かに 合わせてますか 人生観 迷彩な 笑顔は
Do you change your philosophy of life to go along with someone?
肝心なパーツが 欠けていた
The camouflage smile lacked the necessary part
黒にも成れない 白にも成れない
You can’t even be black, you can’t even be white
知ってたさ 怖がってた
I knew that. You were scared.
コトバガ アフレ
WORDS OVERFLOW
イマ ホンネヲ カイジョ
I’LL RELEASE THE TRUE FEELINGS
震える手を伸ばした先の心音を高めて
Make the sound of heartbeat at the place beyond the stretched shaking hand faster
“The First War Against Myself”
Lyrics and Translation by Vocaloid Lyrics
Meet Japanese cosplayer Towa (とわ)! It’s actually the first time I’ve heard of a Vocaloid named Piko, but I think Towa pulls him off nicely, wouldn’t you agree?
As usual, please support Towa through her Archive and Twitter! Thanks to Miguel for sending this in!
Source: towa (とわ) on Cosplayers’ Archive
22 July 2015
Tokyo Ghoul: Fueguchi Hinami
A shy, childish girl with a very gentle heart, Fuegushi Hinami’s parents were killed by Ghoul Investigators, yet has no intention of avenging their deaths despite loving them so much. She developed a pseudo-sibling relationship with both Kaneki and Toka, and constantly worries about their unhappiness. As the series progressed, Hinami slowly got over her parents’ deaths and later became a very cheerful character.
Meet Japanese cosplayer, Calpis Taro (カルピスたろす)! Doesn’t she make an adorable Hinami? If you’d like, please visit her Archive Gallery or say hi to her on Twitter! Thanks to Eric for sending this in!
Source: カルピスたろす on Cosplayers’ Archive
20 June 2015
Rurouni Kenshin: Himura Kenshin 06
When Shishio Makoto began a movement seeking to overthrow the Meiji Government, Kenshin was forced to resume his training and mend his relationship with his teacher, Hiko Seijurou. After a heated exchange of words, Seijurou agrees, and taught Kenshin the final two techniques, Kuzu-ryusen (Nine-headed Dragon Strike) and Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki (Heavens Gliding Dragon Flash). His training also developed a desire to survive, so that Kaoru would not be shocked by his death.
I didn’t know Kenshin’s birthday was on June 20! And I’ve loved this character forever! Maybe I will start re-reading all of the books again. Thanks to Cosplayers Archive for sharing this!
…am I the only one who thinks Sai looks a lot like Sato Takeru here?
Source: 佐威 on Cosplayers’ Archive
First seen in: Cosplayers Archive on Facebook
19 June 2015
Yu Yu Hakusho: Youko Kurama 07
出逢えた ことさえも
Even if we had ran into each other
奇蹟と 呼んでいい
Call it a miracle
共に走った 月日をすべて
For we can be proud of all the days
誇りに できるから
We ran together
----------歩き出す。
----------I shall walk.
この胸の 消えぬ星 連れて行くよ・・・
Taking the never-fading star of this heart
“A Goodbye is the Beginning of Tomorrow”
Lyrics and Translation by Anime Lyrics
Another amazing cosplay of Youko, this time by 相葉ゆの@はぐれメタル (あいば) Aiba from Cosplayers’ Archive! She has more than 100 photos in her account, so please pay her a visit and give her your support! Thanks to Tasha for sending this in!
Source: 相葉ゆの@はぐれメタル (あいば) on Cosplayers’ Archive
17 June 2015
Tokyo Ghoul: Kaneki Ken 02
A 19-year-old university freshman, Kaneki Ken received an organ transplant from Kamishiro Rize, who was ironically trying to kill him before she was struck by a falling i-beam and seemingly killed. After the operation, Kaneki began developing ghoul-like tendencies and his rationality began to wane. As both human and ghoul, he often fights with his ghoul side in order to keep his ghoul identity a secret and continue to live as a normal human being.
I’ve been getting a lot of Tokyo Ghoul emails lately. This show must be pretty famous! I’d better start watching more recent anime just to keep myself in the loop!
Please support cosplayer Iwakin through her Cosplayers’ Archive or Twitter! Thanks to Flo for sending this in!
Source: いわ菌 on Cosplayers Archive
12 June 2015
Yu Yu Hakusho: Youko Kurama 06
夜空が ひらく時刻
When the night skies open
瞬く 明けの金星
The bright stars twinkle
闇に生きてた オレの魂に
I’ve been living in the dark
ともった 夢のようさ
Like a piercing dream in my mind
----------忘れない。
----------I shall not forget.
閉ざされた この胸を 開けた 君を・・・
You, by whom this closed heart has been opened
今日の サヨナラは 未来のはじまり
Today’s goodbye is the beginning of tomorrow
行く道が 今は別としても
Even if we take separate paths now
着く場所は ひとつ・・・
We shall arrive at the same place…
“A Goodbye is the Beginning of Tomorrow”
Lyrics and Translation by Anime Lyrics
This might be one of my favorite Kurama image songs from the series, and Japanese cosplayer Marika (マリカ。) makes an amazing Youko to go with it! You can probably tell that I’m still working through the backlog of emails right now, I hope you guys will continue to be patient with me! Thanks to Jean for sending this in!
Source: マリカ。 on Cosplayers’ Archive
13 May 2015
Uta no Prince-sama: HEAVENS
H さあ
H… So,
E 今宵
E… Tonight,
A 最高の
A… To the greatest
V 楽園
V… Paradise,
E 天国への
E… To the gates
N 扉を
N… Of Heaven,
S 開こう
S… Let’s open them
Yes, call HE★VENS
“HEAVENS★GATE”
Lyrics by 私は今日も転がります
Translation by ☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾
I don’t really like this group in the anime, haha! Then again, it’s mainly because they were trying to disband STARISH and steal Haruka away, but they do sing very well too! And even if they aren’t my favorite, I would love to see and hear from them again.
Please support the cosplayer, MKTKKR by visiting her blog and Cosplayers’ Archive! Thanks to Lily for sending this in!
Source: MKTKKR on Cosplayers’ Archive
29 April 2015
Uta no Prince-sama: Jinguji Ren 08
ドレスコードなんて
As for a dress code,
胸に薔薇だけでいいから
Just a rose on your chest is enough
(Lady, Ready?)
一番ハジけたコーディネートして夜へと溶けよう
Let’s fade into the night with our perfect coordination
Now, lt’s show time
さぁ夢へご招待 ライトで照らすよホントの正体
Come on, your true colors shining in the light, an invitation to this dream
Now, Ride on time
言葉じゃ野暮ったい 何も縛られないFREEDOM
Words don’t do justice to this boundless FREEDOM!
“FREEDOM”
Lyrics and Translation by
☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾
Why is it that Tatsuki’s version of Ren, even though she’s holding Piyo-chan, look so hot? She really got Ren’s character perfectly! Thanks to Nica for sending this in!
Source: 樹姫 (たつき) on Cosplayers’ Archive
13 April 2015
Uta no Prince-sama: Hijirikawa Masato 07
(Could I make your dreams?)
初めて歌に会った
Since I first heard your song
(Could I make your dreams?)
あの日を忘れず
On that unforgettable day,
(Could I make your dreams?)
上手に愛せているか?
Am I able to truly fall in love?
純潔なる想いを胸に
These pure feelings within my heart,
(Wishing, wishing)
信じて
I believe in them
“Sanctuary”
Lyrics by Uta Map
Translation by ☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾
Doesn’t this cosplay of Hijikawa Masato remind you of summer? I don’t like hot weather very much, but it looks like Masato doesn’t mind.
If you like this cosplay, please visit the cosplayer’s Archive at Rurua! Thanks to Merry for sending this in!
Source: 縷々阿 (ルルア) on Cosplayer’s Archive
19 February 2015
Tokyo Ghoul: Kirishima Ayato
An arrogant teenager in his own right, Kirishima Ayato is the younger brother of Kirishima Touka, who goes by the alias “Black Rabbit”. He and his sister share many similarities, including their short tempers and their tendencies to use foul language which could often be considered as inappropriate. Ayato firmly believes in the notion that “the weak perish and the strong survive”, a survival instinct triggered by the death of his parents.
Japanese cosplayer Halt cosplays Ayato very well, wouldn’t you agree? I’ll be watching this series as soon as I finish my deadlines just so I can finally have an idea what people are raving about. As usual, please support the cosplayer by visiting her sites: Archive, Cure, Twitter, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Anime for sharing this!
Source: halt on Cosplayers Archive
First seen in: Anime on Google+
06 December 2014
Yami no Matsuei: Muraki Kazutaka 04
どれほど時が 流れれば
How much longer time will flow
凍えた身体 目覚めるの
As your frozen body awakens
逃げ道ばかり 探しても
Searching for the path out
手は届かない TRUE LOVE
Hands not reaching, True Love
今こそ翼 羽ばたかせ
Now I'll flap these wings
誰にも負けない 力で
This strength won't lose to anyone
臆病な 今 消せるほど
Now I can erase this cowardice
抱きしめたい Hold Love
I want to hold you tight, Hold Love
“My All”
Lyrics and Translation by Anime Lyrics
Kidzuki Sakura is really beautiful, isn’t she? I’m finding it very difficult choosing from her photos since I want to feature every single one of them! I hope you guys don’t mind the “spam” for now! Thanks again to Hachimitsu for showing me her profile on Cosplayers’ Archive!
Source: 姫月さくら on Cosplayers’ Archive
15 July 2014
Yami no Matsuei: Tatsumi Seiichiro and Asato Tsuzuki
In the 5th volume of the Yami no Matsuei manga, it was revealed that Tatsumi was Tsuzuki’s third partner, but their partnership only lasted three months until Tatsumi quit. Tsuzuki’s emotional breakdowns reminded Tasumi too much of his mother, and he still blamed himself over her death. Although their relationship was partially resolved in volume 5, Tatsumi remains uncertain and overprotective of Tsuzuki, as he felt guilty over the end of their partnership.
If I remember correctly, Tsuzuki often asks Tatsumi to make him snacks, and even though Tatsumi complains about it, he makes them anyway! Doesn’t Kuromitsu (黒蜜) make a lovely Tsuzuki? I don’t know who Tatsumi’s cosplayer is, but s/he is equally lovely as well! Thanks to Claro for sending this in!
Source: 黒蜜{シエル衣装100着完成 (くろみつ) on Cosplayers’ Archive