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How to become a professional cosplayer

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Hello! My name is Ellothin, and I am a professional cosplayer. I started cosplaying in 2010, first as a passion, then gradually moved into international competitions. Over the years, I decided to turn this passion into a career by creating my own business and leaving my previous job in radiology. Today, I am a professional cosplayer, set designer, cosplay instructor, and streamer.

I collaborate with prestigious brands and companies such as Riot Games, Blizzard, Bandai, Tencent, EA Sports, PlayStation, and many others. My areas of expertise include creating armor, stage accessories for streaming and events, as well as trophies.

Throughout my journey, I have had the honor of winning several international awards:

  • Finalist in the Armor category at TwitchCon 2022 in Amsterdam
  • 1st place at CICAF 2018 in China
  • 1st place at A2PBCC 2018 at Art to Play
  • League of Legends Europe “Coup de Cœur” Award in 2020

At Japan Impact 2025, I will have the privilege of being a jury member for the cosplay contest, and I am excited to see your creations and share unforgettable moments with you. I will also be giving a conference on the topic: “Professional Cosplay: What It Entails and How to Make a Living From It”, where I will share my experiences and advice on turning this passion into a career.

I look forward to meeting you and sharing everything I have learned in the world of cosplay. See you soon at Japan Impact 2025!



Sakura on Sunday 16 February from 16:30 to 18:00