Cosplay fans, don't miss Malaysia's preliminary for Pop Culture Hiroshima 2026 at WoW Plaza Stage, LaLaport BBCC—winners advance to the main event in Hiroshima, Japan!
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Highlights
Malaysia preliminary round for Pop Culture Hiroshima 2026, held at WoW Plaza Stage, LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre
Teams of 2 compete in cosplay skit performances for a chance to represent Malaysia in Hiroshima, Japan
The champion team wins free round-trip flights to Hiroshima and fully covered accommodation
Special guest judge REIKA from Japan joins local representatives DMC Akiya and Corver Lim as main judges
REIKA also performs live for the first time on Sunday and holds daily autograph sessions
A rare cultural exchange opportunity connecting Malaysian cosplay talent with the international Pop Culture Hiroshima stage
Access
📍 WoW Plaza Stage, LaLaport BBCC ✈ KUL
The event is held at WoW Plaza Stage, LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC), with additional activities at the Central Rooftop Garden (L4) and an official booth at L1.
It takes place on 8 August 2026 at 4PM at WoW Plaza Stage, LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre, Malaysia.
What is the competition format?
Participants team up in pairs (2 pax) to perform cosplay skits on stage.
What does the winning team receive?
The champion team gets free round-trip flights to Hiroshima, Japan, fully covered accommodation, and the opportunity to represent Malaysia performing in Hiroshima.
Who are the judges?
Special international guest REIKA from Japan, along with PCH 2025 Malaysia representatives DMC Akiya and Corver Lim.
Are there other activities besides the competition?
Yes, REIKA also performs live for the first time on Sunday at Central Rooftop Garden (L4) and holds autograph sessions daily from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM and 5:30 PM–7:00 PM at the L1 official booth.
Where can participants find competition guidelines?
Official Competition Guidelines were sent via email; participants should check their inbox and spam folder.
