Countdown to NYCC 2023: Experience the Thrills of Korean Webtoons

 

 

 

Countdown to NYCC 2023: Experience the Thrills of Korean Webtoons

 

 

 

 

https://geekdad.com/2022/10/new-york-comic-con-2022-the-best-of-the-best/

 

 

 

 

 

Good news for those of webtoon or manhwa fans! KOCCA(The Korea Creative Content Agency) is going to have a special showcase at the upcoming New York Comic Con, which runs from this October 12 to 15!

 

This event is a big deal in the world of comics and pop culture, drawing in creators, gaming stars, anime enthusiasts, and celebrities at the Javits Center in New York City.

 

 

 

 

 

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Let me add a bit more about what New York Comic Con (NYCC) is for those who might not be familiar: The New York Comic Con, often abbreviated as NYCC, is an enormous annual event held at the Javits Center in New York City.

 

It's a celebration of all things related to comics, pop culture, and entertainment.

 

At NYCC, you'll find a vibrant mix of comic book creators, writers, artists, gaming celebrities, top anime figures, and even Hollywood stars.

 

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.usnews.com/news/technology/articles/2023-08-14/navers-webtoon-ceo-says-barrier-for-new-entrants-is-high

 

 

 

 

 

It's essentially a massive gathering where fans of comics, movies, TV shows, video games, and all things geek culture come together to celebrate their passions.

 

People often dress up as their favorite characters in a practice known as cosplay, and there are panel discussions, exclusive merchandise, autograph sessions, and sneak peeks at upcoming releases.

 

In short, NYCC is like a dream come true for fans of comics and pop culture, making it the perfect place to showcase and introduce exciting new content like Korean webtoon.

 

 

 

 

https://techcrunch.com/2023/01/24/can-korean-digital-storytelling-platforms-captivate-north-american-and-european-audiences/

 

 

 

 

What's really cool is that the agency, known as KOCCA, is aiming to introduce Korean webtoons to the US audience in a big way.

 

They've created something called "The House of Korea Comics" where they'll feature five popular webtoons: "Marry My Husband," "Recording Hall," "Corpse Knight Gunther," "Mosquito Wars," and "Dark Moon: The Blood Altar."

 

You can expect to see all sorts of merchandise related to these webtoons, as well as fun on-site events.

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/06/business/media/free-digital-comics-site-is-expanding-in-us-with-celebrity-help.html

 

 

 

But that's not all!

 

After the New York Comic Con, KOCCA is hosting another event called "2023 K-Story & Comics in America" on October 18 and 19 in Beverly Hills, California.

 

This event is all about business and offers Korean creators a chance to showcase their content, boost their brand in the US, and even participate in seminars about copyright and contract signing.

 

This event would be expected as huge opportunity to view creativity of South Korea!

 

If you're a fan of Korean Webtoons, Manhwa, or if you're just passionate about creativity, this year's New York Comic Con is a golden opportunity to dive deep into Korean culture through the fascinating world of webtoons.

 

It's a chance to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Korean storytelling and artistic expression!

 

 

 

 

 

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