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Step into a world where dreams take centre stage. ~The Moment We Shine~ is a celebration of the vibrant and ever‑growing J‑pop idol community in Montreal and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned performance group or a rising team ready to shine for the first time, this showcase invites you to share your passion, your energy, and your love for idol culture with an enthusiastic audience at Otakuthon 2026.

Konomi Suzuki, one of anisong’s most popular artists, is coming to Otakuthon for a jaw-dropping live concert!

You think you never heard of Konomi Suzuki? Well think again, you witnessed her enchanting voice in many beloved anime including Re: ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, No Game No Life, Spy Classroom, FAIRY TAIL and Watamote. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will be sure to hear a melody they will recognize.

For sixty minutes, Konomi Suzuki will have your chest pumping and singing along as she takes you on a journey through her vast catalogue from the last decade! The rendezvous is on Saturday at 13:00.

For an unforgettable afternoon filled with music from your favourite anime, get your ticket while you still can!

beatMARIO and Maron are hosting a FREE concert at Otakuthon!

Who is beatMARIO?
beatMARIO is a legendary Japanese composer and performer known for iconic Touhou tracks like Night of Knights, Help me, ERINNNNNN!!, and SAISHU-KICHIKU IMOTO Flandre-S, and various music for VTubers! 

He’s also the leader of the doujin music circle COOL&CREATE, which has produced countless fan-favorite arrangements over the years. 

In 2020, he even debuted as a VTuber—with a model inspired by his real-life wife! 

And Maron?
Maron is also a Japanese composer and performer affiliated with IOSYS, making music for Touhou tracks like Internet Survivor and the 2024 remake of Help me, ERINNNNNN!!, and VTuber music such as Loli God Requiem (Shigure Ui), Saikyou Megami Usa Pekora (Usada Pekora), and Gyudon Carnival (Shirogane Noel).

What to expect?
A high-energy live experience celebrating 2000s NicoNico doujin culture—perfect for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

If you’re into Touhou, doujin music, or high-energy performances, this concert is something you absolutely don’t want to miss. 

FREE entry — limited spots!
Don’t miss it! See you there!

For the first time, Otaku★STAGE! appears at a live venue with another all-star line up of performers! Join us as we celebrate anime and the impact it has on VTubing in this full-scale 3D performance, featuring a number of incredible voices from across Vtubing alongside entertaining MC segments hosted by Inanna Bell and Lily Pichu. From the latest hits to beloved classics, we are taking you on a trip through the anime we loved.

Performers:

• Inanna Bell

• Lily Pichu

• Ironmouse

• Michi Mochievee

• Emiliya Fell

• Rin Penrose

• Phoebe Chan

• Elia Stellaria

An orchestral performance in honour of Kaoru Wada, a true veteran of music composition in Japan. Active since the 90s, he knows everything there is to know about scores for various mediums.

For this special concert, you will hear music composed by Kaoru Wada from Inuyasha, D.Gray-man, Yashahime, and Ranma 1/2. Played live on stage by an orchestra, this is your chance to hear songs from many of the anime that fuelled the passion of fans over the last three decades.

Come join Kaoru Wada on his very first Canadian appearance to get transported back in time on Friday at 21:30.

Get your ticket to this unforgettable concert while you still can!