Ani-com exhibitors look forward to stronger sales
Exhibitors at this year's Ani-com are expanding their product offerings this year. Photo: RTHK
Vendors at the 26th Animation-Comic-Game Hong Kong on Thursday said they are expecting better sales at this year's expo, helped by the launch of exclusive products.
The annual event – boasting more than 610 individual exhibitors – will feature anime, comics, and collectibles, and will run from Friday to next Tuesday at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai.
One exhibitor, Ryan, told RTHK during Thursday's media preview that his stall is collaborating with the studio behind Japanese anime character Crayon Shin-chan. He said he expects the partnership to help boost sales by 30 percent this year.
'Because this year we have launched more products than last year. So we expect internally that we will have an increase.'
Janice Chow, whose stall is featuring products from Marvel's Fantastic Four, Superman, Kamen Rider, and Robocop, expressed optimism, and also projected a 30 percent sales growth.
Tickets are priced at HK$42 for adults and HK$20 for children aged from three to 11. Visitors must purchase tickets through the organiser's mobile app or at convenience stores.
Over-the-counter tickets will only be available to international visitors.
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