- Comiket, Japan's largest manga and anime convention, commenced in Tokyo today, December 30, 2025, celebrating its 50th anniversary.
- Over 12,000 groups are showcasing self-published works and original creations at the event.
- Organizers hope Comiket will continue for at least another 50 years, potentially reaching its 100th anniversary.

A: Hey! Did you hear about Comiket?
B: Comiket? No! What’s going on?

A: It started today! It's the big manga and anime event.
B: Oh wow! Really? Where?

A: In Tokyo, at Tokyo Big Sight.
B: Cool! Is it a big deal?

A: Huge! It’s Comiket's 50th anniversary! They started it way back in 1975.
B: Fifty years! That's amazing!

A: People were lining up super early!
B: Seriously? That sounds intense!

A: Yeah! Like, over 12,000 groups are showing off their stuff. Fan art and originals!
B: Wow! So much creativity!

A: They even have a place for people to write messages for the anniversary.
B: That's a nice touch!

A: A guy said his dad cosplayed there over 20 years ago! He’s so happy to be there now.
B: That’s so sweet! A family tradition!

A: The head guy thinks it’s lasted so long because it always creates something new.
B: Makes sense! He wants it to go on past 100 years too!

A: It goes until Wednesday! Want to check it out?
B: Maybe! Sounds like a lot of fun!