Parents welcome! Here you can find the basic information that you need in order to understand what your child is getting into! For those of you about to send your kids into Genki territory we suggest you read through this guide as it can help you understand where they are going.

What is an anime convention and why do people attend them?

Anime conventions are events for fans of anime (Japanese animation) and other related media, such as manga (Japanese comic books) and video games, to gather and share there interests. Common attributes include screenings of popular shows, vendors' rooms where merchandise is sold, panels, workshops, various contests, and appearances by special industry guests. People whom attend Genki want to meet with others who share the same interest.

How much will it cost?

This depends on a lot of factors: size of the convention, how many days you plan to attend, how far you need to travel, etc. At Genki we charge under 300 dkkr. After that only thing left to worry about is transportation and food. If you decide to buy merchandise in our dealer hall you might need some extra cash for investing in some quality stuff, but like we said, there are a lot of factors when planning a trip to Genki.

Why do my child want to cosplay?

Dressing up in costume, or "cosplaying," at a convention is actually quite a common practice, but is not required. Many attendees will buy or even make their own costumes based on characters from their favorite show, comic, or video game. It is not uncommon for groups of friends to plan ahead to dress as a set of related characters and plan photo shoots. There may also be planned meetings for anyone dressed as characters from a given series.

Some attendees choose to make prop replicas of weapons to go along with their costumes, but always take care to check a convention's weapon policy as well as check in with security the first time any prop weapon is brought into the convention to make sure your prop is within safety regulations.

If your child is uncomfortable getting his or her picture taken, or you don't want for it to be taken, it would be wise to discourage your child from dressing up in costume. Costuming and photography tend to go hand in hand at conventions. If your child insists on dressing up, don't worry. In situations like this it's generally quite harmless.

It's also perfectly acceptable for parents to join in on the fun and dress up in costumes too.

Should I go with my child?

This is up to you and depends on your child. Generally, if your child is above the age of 13, well behaved, and traveling with a group of trusted friends, it's probably fine for them to attend the convention without you. We also encourage parents to take interest in their childs activities and hobbies so maybe this is a good opportunity.

Is my child safe at Genki?

Genki is a safe environment. It takes place inside a safe convention center and we have our own volunteer security staff made up of licensed guards from Denmark. On the side we have 100+ volunteers ensuring a safe and fun convention for everyone. We have 3 trained first aid technicians that are currently serving in the Danish army on site 24/7 and lots of convention workers with security experience. Your child will be in good hands at Genki.