SMASH! SYD Manga & Anime Show

Get ready to shoot off on a cosmic journey at the ICC Sydney on July 1st and 2nd, 2023 with the incredible SMASH! app as your ultimate event companion! This app will be your gateway to an unforgettable weekend filled with thrilling experiences and non-stop excitement. With the ability to create your own personalized schedule, receive timely notifications, and discover a wide list of events, all within a single app - there's nothing better you could ask for to help you on your way to SMASH! 2023.

SMASH! is our annual Japanese pop culture that thrives on the passion of its dedicated volunteers. A grand stage for artists, creators, and fans who share an unbreakable admiration for anime and manga. Year after year, SMASH! has become a driving force in Australia's vibrant community, attracting thousands of visitors.

Brace yourself for a stellar lineup of special guests, an unrivaled Artist Market, jaw-dropping cosplay displays, captivating panels, competitive games, and an extensive array of vendors offering the best gifts, souvenirs or collectables for your own collection! SMASH! is your golden ticket to celebrate your fandom in the heart of Sydney, Australia.

This year, get up close and personal with an extraordinary roster of VIP guests!

Brace yourself to meet our beloved line of VTubers; Pavolia Reine and Kureiji Ollie from hololive Indonesia, Luto Araka, Lana Shikami, Sara Nagare from Prism Project.
The renowned, undeniably facsimile cosplayer, Rithe,
The unforgettable Sungwon Cho, widely known as ProZD,
The immensely talented digital artist, LAM,
And let's not forget the legendary actor and voice actor, Toru Furuya.