Frequently Asked Questions

Well, it's mostly that Kei-Kon was run by different people. When those people left for far-off places, they left the running of the convention to us new people! They requested upon leaving that the name retire with them. And that my dears, is how Tsukino-Con was born.

The majority of the convention deals with Japanese animation - anime for short. Yes, I know most of you already know this, but in case you didn't, well now you do! We do have lots of other events and activities however, such as crafts, how-to panels, art panels, contests and more.

Well yes, obviously. The general UVic rules apply, and the convention rules are basically 'Don't be an idiot.' For more information on this, attend the Con-Etiquette panel which will run directly after Opening Ceremonies.

Also please see our Rules Page and Weapons Policy.

1. No Weapons: No real weapons are allowed on the convention grounds. Anything in a costume that is weapon-like in appearance must be peacebonded.

2. Area Restrictions: We only have the bottom floor the the Engineering and Computer Science building booked this year. Because of security issues, it has been request that we be careful to keep off the upper floors of the building. Consequently, going above the first floor of the convention will result in you being banned from the convention.

3. Respect your fellow con-goers: Don't make others uncomfortable. We want this to be a fun experience for everyone, so respect people around you. Along with this are general rules of no violent behaviour, etc.

4. Keep clear of exits and hallways: Beyond the whole fire-code thing which we need to pay attention to, this allows for mobility, which makes everyone more happy.

5. Listen to the con-staff: If a staff member or volunteer tells you something, listen to what they say. They're there for a very important reason.

6. Dress code: Bikini-level outfits are the maximum level skin that should be showing. And no, this does not mean that you can wear a thong. Dress code discretion will be up to the staff.

7. Respect the people not attending the con: This is a University, and there are students, well, studying.

8. Two strike policy: This basically means you get one warning, where we will hole punch your badge, and the second one means you're banned. If it's something exceedingly dangerous and/or other behaviour deemed inappropriate, this can get get you banned instantly.

Well, because we're not just about anime! We do have many events such as amigurumi, origami, and a Japanese Tea Ceremony, that explore other aspects of Japanese culture. Besides which, anime is a part of Japanese culture - pop culture!

February 17-19, 2012. For more information see our times.

UVic campus! More specifically, the first floor of the Engineering and Computer Science building and the Elliot building on the University of Victoria campus, in Victoria, BC, Canada. To find out more, (with maps!) go to Visitor Information.

Well, we can't really stop you from coming to the university, however registration will not begin until 11:30AM on Friday, and you will not be allowed into the building before that point.

Yep. Registering gets you a badge, which lets you in to all the major (and minor) events at the convention, including the Dealer's room.

It helps us fund all of the fun activities at the convention, and provides all our awesome prizes for the contests. Without you registering, it would be hard for us to continue as a convention.

For information on rates, go to rates.

No one under 18 will be admitted into an 18+ event.
For anyone, 11 to 14 years old, a parent or legal guardian must accompany them to the convention and sign a waiver at the registration desk. Consent Form

Attendees 10 and under must have a parent or legal guardian accompany them to the convention and sign a waiver at the registration desk, and they must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years old at all times.

Yes! Of course! We love our volunteers! If you have an interest in volunteering, please go to our volunteer page.

Yes, but you'll need to provide a waiver signed by your parent or legal guardian, availiable on the volunteer page. If you are 14 and under, I'm sorry, but we can't accept you as a volunteer.

Check out our programming section, with our panels, contests and events, for more information. A schedule will be posted later. Maybe. We promise.

Major staff members can be contacted probably through facebook as well their information is listed on our contacts page

You can go to our forum or to our facebook page to find others as excited as you!

'Tsu' like tsunami, 'ki' like lock and key, and 'no' like no problem!