Guests Signing policy
Guests will be available for autographs during the weekend in the Guest Autograph & Merchandise Area. Check the schedule for signing times for each guest. Due to high demand and limited time available for each signing session, the following policies will apply to ensure as many people have an opportunity to obtain an autograph as possible.
Obtaining an Autograph Token
If you wish to obtain an Autograph for a guest, you must have BOTH
- a physical VIP (Lanyard) OR General Admission pass (wristband) AND
- an Autograph token for the guest
At doors open each day, attendees can collect an autograph token at the Guest Autograph Token Collection Area by presenting their physical VIP or General Admission pass. The Guest Autograph Token Collection Area will distribute the limited number of the Autograph Tokens (100 per day, per guest) after confirming an attendee’s physical entry pass. Autograph Tokens are valid only for the signing session on the day it was distributed (Saturday or Sunday).
Physical passes are issued when your e-ticket is scanned at entry, in the order of the queue. We recommend arriving early to improve your chances of receiving a token. VIP lanyards can be collected at the Info & Ticket Booth anytime during event days. The Guest Autograph Token Collection Area will be open next to the Canteen in the Main Hall from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on both Saturday and Sunday.
After 11:00 am, you can check token availability directly at the Guest Area.
General Signing Policy – Applies to all guests unless otherwise stated
- One attendee only can get ONE Autograph Token, for each guest
- No attendee may stand in line for an autograph without a token
- Standby lines will also require a token
- Attendees are not allowed to line up for an autograph session more than 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- To keep the line moving, only ONE item will be signed.
- DO NOT bring any bootleg items (they will not be signed). If you are uncertain about a particular item, check first! (Guests may be offended if they’re presented with bootleg items.) Animaga staff may veto any item as unsuitable for signing, and such decisions are final.
- Animaga staff reserve the right to inspect any item before it is presented to the guest
- You will be asked to show your signing tokens and admission ticket to staff when queuing in the Autograph Area. DO NOT LOSE YOUR TICKET WHILE WAITING FOR AN AUTOGRAPH!
- All attendees also have to follow the Animaga Code of Conduct. Animaga staff reserve the right to refuse autographs and/or tokens to any attendee who fails to follow the rules (or attempts to circumvent them). Anyone caught in the act is subject to the disruptive behaviour policy, and risks having their signing token revoked and/or access to the convention removed.
- Guests will not have time for lengthy conversation during the autograph session. Be mindful of other attendees waiting in the queue. (Assume that whatever you have to say must be said in 30 seconds or less, while the guest is signing your item. It’s a good idea to write down what you want to say.)
- All autographs will be signed with stationery and signing markers provided by Animaga.
Guest Signing Policy for Non-General Admission Pass Holders
Trader Pass Holders:
Trader (Exhibitor & Artist) pass holders will be eligible to enter a daily raffle for a chance to win one of ten (10) guest signing tokens per guest, per day. Raffle forms will be distributed at the time of pass collection. Winners may collect their signing tokens from the Info & Ticket Booth upon receiving their exhibitor credentials.
Exhibitor pass holders are not permitted to queue for guest signing tokens alongside general attendees under any circumstances.
Other Pass Holders:
Media, Performer, and Creator pass holders are not eligible to receive guest signing tokens under any circumstances.
Strictly NO photography: (Saturday only)Photography is strictly prohibited during the signing session to ensure privacy and respect for all participants.
Permitted Items for Signing by Kson:
- Blank Signing Boards (Japanese Shikishi Board): Available for purchase at the Animaga Guest Merch Desk in the Guest Autograph Area. These are intended solely for personal commemoration of the event.
- Officially Licensed Products: To preserve the integrity of the signing session, Kson will sign only the following items, which must be officially licensed and credited:
- Official Kson merchandise.
- Animaga x Kson Official Acrylic Signing Board
All items are intended for personal collection only, and not for resale.
- Items not allowed:Kson will not sign on anime figures, figure boxes, or any merchandise perceived to be intended for resale.
- No personal items: Personal items such as cosplay props, figures, t-shirts, and scraps of paper are not eligible for signing. This policy ensures that only officially sanctioned items are signed, maintaining the integrity of the session.
- Preparation: Please ensure the item you intend to have signed is prepared and accessible as you approach the signing area to facilitate a smooth session.
Kson is unable to accept gifts
Meet & Greet sessions provide fans with a personal moment to meet Kson, autograph, exchange greetings, and take a commemorative photo.Sessions will be held at designated times in the Guest Area. Please refer to the official schedule and announcements during the event.
How to Participate
- Participation is ticketed. You must have a valid Meet & Greet token to attend. The opportunity to purchase the Meet & Greet Token will be selected by lottery.
- The lottery form will open on 25th July 2025. The link will be published via Animaga’s official social media channels.
- If you are successfully selected in the lottery, you will be able to purchase the Meet & Greet token for $66. Your Meet & Greet spot will be confirmed once payment has been received.
- Each session will last approximately 1.5 minutes.
Inclusions
Each Kson’s Meet & Greet session (1.5 mins) includes:
- A brief one-on-one interaction with Kson
- One autograph per Kson’s signing policy. Signing boards and Merchandise are not included, and will need to be purchased separately.
- One posed photo taken by a staff photographer using your device.
- No selfies, videos, or live-streaming allowed.
- Staff will assist with the photo and ensure it is taken efficiently.
Conduct & Etiquette
- Please be respectful and considerate. Aggressive or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
- No physical contact.
- Keep your interaction brief to allow time for all fans in line.
- Kson is unable to accept gifts
Strictly NO photography: Photography is strictly prohibited during the signing session to ensure privacy and respect for all participants.
Permitted Items for Signing by Kaori Maeda:
- Blank Signing Boards (Japanese Shikishi Board): Available for purchase at the Animaga Guest Merch Desk in the Guest Autograph Area. These are intended solely for personal commemoration of the event.
- Officially Licensed Products: To preserve the integrity of the signing session, Kaori Maeda will sign only the following items, which must be officially licensed and credited:
- CD/DVD/Game Covers: Please remove the cover insert prior to the session to expedite the process.
- Wall Scrolls and Posters
- PVC file
- Official signing board with her characters
- Mouse Pads
- Artbook, Manga and Light Novel Covers
All items are intended for personal collection only, and not for resale.
- Items not allowed:Kaori Maedawill not sign on anime figures, figure boxes, or any merchandise perceived to be intended for resale.
- No personal items: Personal items such as cosplay props, figures, t-shirts, and scraps of paper are not eligible for signing. This policy ensures that only officially sanctioned items are signed, maintaining the integrity of the session.
- Preparation: Please ensure the item you intend to have signed is prepared and accessible as you approach the signing area to facilitate a smooth session.
Strictly NO photography: Photography is strictly prohibited during the signing session to ensure privacy and respect for all participants.
Permitted Items for Signing by Chiwa Saito:
- Blank Signing Boards (Japanese Shikishi Board): Available for purchase at the Animaga Guest Merch Desk in the Guest Autograph Area. These are intended solely for personal commemoration of the event.
- Officially Licensed Products: To preserve the integrity of the signing session, Chiwa Saito will sign only the following items, which must be officially licensed and credited:
- CD/DVD/Game Covers: Please remove the cover insert prior to the session to expedite the process.
- Wall Scrolls and Posters
- PVC file
- Official signing board with her characters
- Mouse Pads
- Artbook, Manga and Light Novel Covers
All items are intended for personal collection only, and not for resale.
- Items not allowed:Chiwa Saitowill not sign on anime figures, figure boxes, or any merchandise perceived to be intended for resale.
- No personal items: Personal items such as cosplay props, figures, t-shirts, and scraps of paper are not eligible for signing. This policy ensures that only officially sanctioned items are signed, maintaining the integrity of the session.
- Preparation: Please ensure the item you intend to have signed is prepared and accessible as you approach the signing area to facilitate a smooth session.
Strictly NO photography: Photography is strictly prohibited during the signing session to ensure privacy and respect for all participants.
Permitted Items for Signing by Anmi:
- Wall Scrolls and Posters
- PVC file
- Official signing board with her characters
- Mouse Pads
- Artbooks
- Animaga x Anmi Official Acrylic Signing Boards
All items are intended for personal collection only, and not for resale.
Anmi’s art books and Animaga x Anmi Official Acrylic Signing Boards will be available for sale at the Animaga Guest Merch Desk in the Guest Autograph Area. While stocks last.
- Items not allowed:Anmi will not sign on anime figures, figure boxes, or any merchandise perceived to be intended for resale.
- No personal items: Personal items such as cosplay props, figures, t-shirts, and scraps of paper will not be signed.
- Preparation: Have your item ready and accessible when you are within sight of the guest to facilitate a smooth signing process.
- Cosplayer guests will sign their official merchandise available for purchase at Guest Merch Desk, situated in the Guest While stocks last.
- You can collect the Cosplayers’ Autograph tokens from both the Guest Autograph Area (or Guest Area, if making a purchase on the day).
- You can purchase a photo token from the Guest Merch Table for $20 each. Photos will be taken during the autograph session.
If you’ve brought something special for the guest such as a personal note or small gift, we ask that you follow certain guidelines for practical and safety reasons. Most guests appreciate these small gestures, but many gifts cannot be accepted.
- Please ensure that you provide the name of the guest, as well as your own name and contact information, either written on the outside of the message or attached clearly to the outside of the gift.
- Please do not wrap your gift using tape or tie it using ribbon; however, a gift bag or simple tissue paper cover is acceptable. (We must be able to screen all gifts.)
- Avoid anything large, bulky or easily damaged. Most guests fly quite a distance to appear at Animaga, and may have limited space in their luggage. Any gifts you bring should be small, durable, and easily packed.
- No food items will be accepted.
- No items that intentionally contain HUMAN DNA will be accepted. (Blood, skin, or hair…)
- If you have an item to present as a gift at any guest appearance, please bring it first to the Animaga staff member in charge of the appearance.
- DO NOT use Q&A time during a guest’s panel to present your gift to the guest; this is extremely rude and unfair to the other people who came to hear the guest speak.
- DO NOT use autograph time to present your gift without first clearing it with the staff member in charge, as this may deny others the opportunity to meet the guest.
- You may be asked to wait until the end of the session, or staff may accept the gift in order to present it to the guest on your behalf. (Rest assured, your gift will be given to the guest on your behalf – that’s why we request your contact information on every gift.)
