The Summer Anime Extravaganza: 2017 Comic Exhibition Makes Its Grand Debut
Last updated 2026-10-05 — This summer’s most exciting anime carnival, the “18th Annual Comic Exhibition,” kicks off today and runs until August 14 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. This year’s event has invited renowned voice actors and illustrators to meet fans in Taiwan, including voice actors from *Detective Conan* (Rikiya Koyama), *The Royal Tutor* (Keisuke Ueda), and the popular light novel *So Sorry, I’m Scary Even to Myself* — author Kobune and illustrator Mocha will also appear together at the Comic Exhibition. On August 12, the theme song singer of *The Royal Tutor*, Shogo Sakamoto, will perform live.
By MOOK Spot editors, compiled and reported
This summer’s most exciting anime carnival, the “18th Annual Comic Exhibition,” kicks off today and runs until August 14 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. This year’s event has invited renowned voice actors and illustrators to meet fans in Taiwan, including voice actors from *Detective Conan* (Rikiya Koyama), *The Royal Tutor* (Keisuke Ueda), and the popular light novel *So Sorry, I’m Scary Even to Myself* — author Kobune and illustrator Mocha will also appear together at the Comic Exhibition. On August 12, the theme song singer of *The Royal Tutor*, Shogo Sakamoto, will perform live.
This summer’s most exciting anime carnival, the “18th Annual Comic Exhibition,” kicks off today and runs until August 14 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. This year’s event has invited renowned voice actors and illustrators to meet fans in Taiwan, including voice actors from *Detective Conan* (Rikiya Koyama), *The Royal Tutor* (Keisuke Ueda), and the popular light novel *So Sorry, I’m Scary Even to Myself* — author Kobune and illustrator Mocha will also appear together at the Comic Exhibition. On August 12, the theme song singer of *The Royal Tutor*, Shogo Sakamoto, will perform live.
2017 Comic Exhibition makes its grand debut. (Image source / Comic Exhibition)
Taiwan Kadokawa has specially invited *La Loquera Xueshi* creator Tsung Ching and internet celebrity Jie Ge to collaborate for the first time with razor brands.During the Comic Exhibition, they are launching three exclusive events: “Tsung Ching’s Cool Time at Kadokawa” meet-and-greet, “Jie Ge’s Comfortable Time at Kadokawa” meet-and-greet, and the “#Meet Aqueous Dimensions at Kadokawa” photo op & lucky draw event with abundant prizes.
Many wonderful anime displays and merchandise. (Image source / Comic Exhibition)
The first light novel from East Press’ *Dongjin Mengmi 'Sui Ji'* makes its debut at the Comic Exhibition, where illustrator Izumi will also hold a signing session. The Shimeng booth will feature many Sui Ji merchandise items, as well as a special giveaway: brand-new 1KG rice bags with outer packaging illustrated by Izumi for Dongjin Mengmi.
A model shop over 30 years old, “Wan Nian Dong Hai,” makes its Comic Expo debut. (Image source / Comic Exhibition)
Combining model displays, the over 30-year-old store “Wan Nian Dong Hai Model Toys” will participate in the Comic Exhibition for the first time this year. In addition to selling model-related merchandise, the booth will also showcase the latest unreleased assembly models, as well as CAMINO Bluetooth speakers — a well-known collectible audio brand — including a mysterious new Bluetooth speaker not yet unveiled in Taiwan, giving anime fans an exclusive first look.
This year’s Comic Exhibition has specially invited artist MORIKU to create the “Mascot — Comic Treasure,” bringing a fresh spirit and visual focus to the event. With the theme “An Anime Summer, Infinite Energy,” the exhibition highlights the diverse creativity and vibrant vitality of the anime world to explore its endless wonders with everyone. Fans are eagerly anticipating the signature sessions, where more than 20 top domestic and international manga artists, authors, and voice actors will hold marathon-style signings and meet-and-greets. Not only can fans catch a glimpse of their idols, but those who love Japanese culture shouldn’t miss the lively and varied activities specially prepared for them in the ICHIBAN JAPAN Japan Pavilion.
This year’s Comic Exhibition has specially invited artist MORIKU to create the “Mascot — Comic Treasure,” bringing a fresh spirit and visual focus to the event. With the theme “An Anime Summer, Infinite Energy,” the exhibition highlights the diverse creativity and vibrant vitality of the anime world to explore its endless wonders with everyone. Fans are eagerly anticipating the signature sessions, where more than 20 top domestic and international manga artists, authors, and voice actors will hold marathon-style signings and meet-and-greets. Not only can fans catch a glimpse of their idols, but those who love Japanese culture shouldn’t miss the lively and varied activities specially prepared for them in the ICHIBAN JAPAN Japan Pavilion.
On display at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 from now until August 14. (Image source / Comic Exhibition)
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18th Annual Comic Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: Now until August 14 (Monday)
Exhibition Venue: Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 (No. 5, Section 5, Xinyi Road, Taipei City)
Exhibition Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Ticket Sales: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM)
On-site Ticket Price: NT$120
Notes:
● Seniors aged 65 and above and people with disabilities may enter free of charge starting at 10:30 AM at the main entrance lobby with valid ID and guidance from staff; accompanying persons must purchase tickets.
● Children are not admitted on weekdays, but on holidays (8/12, 8/13), children aged 12 and under (inclusive) and 120 cm tall (inclusive) may enter for free (must be accompanied by a ticket-holding parent). Children over 120 cm must purchase tickets.
● Children under 12 or under 150 cm tall are not admitted on weekdays
*Detective Conan* voice actor Rikiya Koyama autograph session
Event Time: August 12 (Saturday) 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Event Location: Stage B
*The Royal Tutor* voice actor Keisuke Ueda & theme song singer Shogo Sakamoto meet-and-greet
Event Time: August 12 (Saturday) 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Location: Stage B
*So Sorry, I’m Scary Even to Myself*
Light novel author Teacher Kobune & illustrator Teacher Mocha new book autograph session
Event Time: August 11 (Fri) 16:30–18:00
Venue: Stage A
"Zong Qing’s Cool Times at Kadokawa" Meet-and-Greet
Event Time: August 12 (Sat) 15:00 – 16:00
Venue: Taiwan Kadokawa Booth Stage Area
18th Annual Comic Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: Now until August 14 (Monday)
Exhibition Venue: Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 (No. 5, Section 5, Xinyi Road, Taipei City)
Exhibition Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Ticket Sales: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM)
On-site Ticket Price: NT$120
Notes:
● Seniors aged 65 and above and people with disabilities may enter free of charge starting at 10:30 AM at the main entrance lobby with valid ID and guidance from staff; accompanying persons must purchase tickets.
● Children are not admitted on weekdays, but on holidays (8/12, 8/13), children aged 12 and under (inclusive) and 120 cm tall (inclusive) may enter for free (must be accompanied by a ticket-holding parent). Children over 120 cm must purchase tickets.
● Children under 12 or under 150 cm tall are not admitted on weekdays
*Detective Conan* voice actor Rikiya Koyama autograph session
Event Time: August 12 (Saturday) 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Event Location: Stage B
*The Royal Tutor* voice actor Keisuke Ueda & theme song singer Shogo Sakamoto meet-and-greet
Event Time: August 12 (Saturday) 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Location: Stage B
*So Sorry, I’m Scary Even to Myself*
Light novel author Teacher Kobune & illustrator Teacher Mocha new book autograph session
Event Time: August 11 (Fri) 16:30–18:00
Venue: Stage A
"Zong Qing’s Cool Times at Kadokawa" Meet-and-Greet
Event Time: August 12 (Sat) 15:00 – 16:00
Venue: Taiwan Kadokawa Booth Stage Area
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