Japan Expo: A safe space at the heart of pop culture
Japan Expo is much more than a festival: it's a safe, inclusive space where everyone can be themselves. Here, diversity is celebrated, passions are shared, and respect is the rule. A place where pop culture brings people together, without judging, without excluding.
SAFEBEAR
SafeBear aims to make the internet a safer place by helping users detect, certify, and report toxic behavior on social media, online games, and dating apps.
Using innovative AI and cryptographic technology, their solution identifies harmful content, alerts trusted contacts non-intrusively, and securely preserves evidence.
What dangers are lurking on online platforms?
Find out at their booth during their cyberbullying prevention workshop!
SILVER GEEK - THE SENIORS' TROPHY
Silver Geek is an association dedicated to helping seniors engage with new technologies, empowering them to take part in today’s digital world—through play!
In partnership with organizations like Uni-Cité, La Bêta-Pi, and Groupe SOS Séniors, they host video game competitions that promote physical activity and digital inclusion among older adults.
Join them for The Seniors Trophy at Japan Expo Paris!
CASE DÉPART – MANGA & MENTAL HEALTH
Two unmissable events with the podcast Case Départ at Japan Expo!
Blending self-discovery with manga culture, Case Départ hosts two powerful discussions on mental health.
On Thursday, Gatsu Sensei will talk with the audience about how manga philosophy can help us feel better and navigate life.
On Saturday, Ringo joins the team for a deeper conversation: Manga — for better or worse? A heartfelt exchange on the emotions manga can stir and how fictional characters can influence our relationship with ourselves.
Two meaningful and thought-provoking sessions — don’t miss them!
MASTERCLASS - EXPERIENCING COSPLAY WITH A DISABILITY
Milou, an experienced cosplayer for over 15 years, accompanied by Altaya PMR and Lou, will share the obstacles they have encountered and the solutions they have found to move forward along the way. How can cosplay embrace and value everyone's particularities? How can a disability be transformed into a source of imagination? These are just some of the essential questions that open the way to an even richer and more creative practice.
AFROGAMEUSES
At the Afrogameuse stand, come and discover an interactive exhibition highlighting video games featuring racialized heroines and heroes, try out their games, including the original and engaging Pixels Noirs mini-game, and leave with an exclusive gift if you're an Afro-cosplayer.
And don't miss the Street Fighter 6 women's tournament on Saturday, celebrating competition and diversity in gaming!
E-ENFANCE
Protection - Prevention - Awareness-raising
At the E-Enfance booth, parents and children are invited to play together to encourage positive, shared and benevolent digital use, and to help set up parental control systems on various consoles.
For those over the age of 12, you'll become aware of the realities of bullying in schools and digital violence.
Awareness can also be raised through discussions, games, quizzes, activities and more.