Ninja Nin Nin Nihon Culture!

Come and learn about ninjas and the difference between ninjas in real life and in video games. Also learn the origin of Naruto characters, which includes a lot of Japanese history and culture. This panel is for everyone. There's also a quiz with gifts for winners.

Konnichiwa! Japan Desu Yo

This panel is for everyone interested in the Japanese language and wants to live in Japan someday. Learn about life in Japan and some Japanese language. You guys already know about Japanese life in famous places like Tokyo, but here you can learn about life elsewhere, like Nagoya! Also, learn differences between Japan and America.

Deco~rama

It’s all about being fancy, and it’s all about the bling! As you may know, one fad among some Japanese girls is to decorate their accessories with all kinds of cute stuff. Join two gals for a fun-filled panel with accessorizing your accessories and piling on the cute. Interactive, and you might even get some glittery goodies to take home!

Nashville Lotus Taiko Team

The Nashville Lotus Taiko Team returns for another year and another amazing performance! Join them for a demonstration of classical taiko drumming.

JET Presentation

If you are interested in the JET Program, here's your chance to learn more. The Japanese Consulate of Nashville will do a short presentation and be on hand to answer your questions about this exciting opportunity to live and teach in Japan!

Kimono 101

We will discuss the types of kimono and their influence on Japanese culture. We will discuss history and demonstrate the proper technique for wearing different types of kimono. Other accessories relevant to kimono will also be discussed.

J-Fashion Runway Show

After a hiatus in 2008, the Japanese Street Fashion show returns! With more styles and models than ever before, we promise to give you a sample of what the world of Japanese Street Fashion has to offer!

Para Exhibition: Request Countdown 2009

Para²Mahou will be hosting the first-ever ParaPara and TechPara exhibition non-stop mix at MTAC Ninja, for paralists to strut their stuff and show what ParaPara is really all about!

4th Annual ParaBattle

MTAC's ParaPara tournament is back yet again with new stages and a new twist! Compete against fellow Paralists for a chance to win some awesome prizes... as well as bragging rights! Click here for all of the details!

TechPara for Beignners

In this panel, we'll be giving a beginner's TechPara lesson, which is the sexier, more "hardcore" side of ParaPara.

ParaPara for Beginners

We'll be teaching a basic ParaPara routine, perfect for anyone who is eager to break into the ParaPara scene!

Morning Taiso

Get the day (and con) started off right with some traditional Japanese morning exercises, led by Lisa Furukawa!

J-Drama Special

The showing of a popular J-Drama episode and an in depth explanation of it's history and popularity. We will also compare and contrast J-drama series to that of the original anime and manga versions.

Introduction to Modern Japanese Literature

Who are some Japanese authors that have influenced pop culture? Come and learn more about great authors like Haruki Murakami, Ryu Murakami, and Banana Yoshimoto.

Competitive Eating

Join us in preparation for MTAC’s Ramen Eating Contest. Simon Young of The Slants expands upon competitive eating techniques, popular competitions in the sport, and the world’s greatest eaters.

Open Folding Session

This workshop will be participant directed. A variety of origami books will be available along with help as necessary for anyone interested in learning some new origami models or practicing old ones. No prior experience necessary. Materials will be provided.

Unit Origami For Beginners

This is an introduction to unit (modular) origami, a family of paper folding where multiple pieces of the same basic folded unit are combined to make a 3D geometric figure. We'll be teaching the Sonobe module in this class. No prior experience is required. Materials will be provided.

Origami For Beginners

This is an introduction to origami, the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. We'll cover the basics of reading diagrams and teach you to fold the crane and other traditional models. No prior experience required. Materials will be provided.

Advanced Origami

This workshop will cover more advanced origami topics including complex models, advanced techniques, and materials. Some origami experience is recommended, but not required. Materials will be provided.

From Shibuya to Harajuku: Japanese Street Fashion

Lolitas, gyaru, decora, Angelers, or yamanba - stylish fashionistas can be seen all over Tokyo. Join us as we break it down, style by style, and explain the history, evolution, and whacky lifestyles behind the most extreme fashions in the world.

Iron Lolita

In true Iron fashion, we'll provide the materials and a new secret ingredient! You'll divide into teams, and you have one hour to create the most stylish, detailed Lolita outfit you can imagine! Does your team have what it takes?

Gothic & Lolita Tea Party

Come and sip tea with the sweetest of the lolita to the most elegant aristocrats. Enjoy high tea and meet & greet with people who indulge this extreme Japanese fashion.

BJD Bonanza

A 2 part panel! Part 1 - Ball Joint Doll 101. What's a BJD? What's that creepy doll? What on earth do you people do with them? Part 2 - Doll Meet! The last half of the panel will be an actual doll meet! Everyone is welcome, and some experienced doll-owners will be on hand to answer questions from the curious and the interested!

Zen Meditation

Join us for Zen Meditation sit. Initiates of the Nashville Zen Center will offer instruction and answer questions. We will sit zazen for as long as time allows. Please bring a comfortable cushion to sit on!