Kwento Ni Toto: Hobby

2025/06/11

TOYCON LAUNCH PRESS RELEASE ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR TOYCON POP LIFE CELEBRATION 2025

Toto 6/11/2025 12:24:00 AM

TOYCON PH is the biggest pop culture event in the Philippines, and this year, we’re embracing the theme of “Celebration” in partnership with MINDstyle’s POP LIFE Festival. As we celebrate our 22nd year, we’re bringing together the biggest brand names in toys—both new and old—and connecting them with our ever-expanding TOYCON community.

★ This year, TOYCON is growing even more as we welcome the trading card game (TCG), cosplay, and battle gaming communities into our fold. Our dealer floor is larger than ever, featuring over 400 plus exhibitors and vendors to cater to all your toy and collectible needs.

★ Be among the first to discover the Philippine launch of exciting new brands like MINDstyle’s Collectormates and ThrillJoy, and sponsor Infinite Brands launches Minix, CaDa, Rastar, and many more. We also are supported by established brands like Lego, Bandai, Banpresto, Tamashii Nations, Bandai Namco, Shokugan, Legendary Beast Studios, and more!

★ TOYCON is renowned for exclusive, limited-edition collectibles, and this year promises even more exciting reveals in the days ahead. Notable exclusives to watch out for are Quiccs, Thrilljoy, Collectormates and a VOLTES V Event Exclusive collectible.

★ The NBA brand will also be joining us, offering official apparel and merchandise, a first for TOYCON as we reach out to the sports collectors’ market and enthusiasts. ★ TOYCONCert returns this year, featuring dynamic musical performances from both international and local artists. This year’s lineup includes renowned acts such as Starmarie, Miura Ayme with Miko, Pastel Mix, Dela, Saya, Wanmini, Ziga, Shane Shen, Beverly and more.

★ Expect a greater focus on contests and competitions, including CosKon—TOYCON’s signature cosplay competition—and the debut of TOYCON’s International Art Toy Design Competition, where the winning design will be selected and produced by MINDstyle as a premium collectible!

★ TokuSpirits is pulling out all the stops with an exciting lineup of special guests set to join us at TOYCON.

Previously announced guests include:
○ Ryota Ozawa (Gokai Red) and Yui Koike (Gokai Pink) from Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger.
Renowned Japanese seiyuus such as: ○ Miyuki Ueda, best known as the voice of Megumi Oka/Jamie Robinson in Voltes V, Chizuru Nanbara in Combattler V, Erika in Daimos, and many more.
○ Rica Matsumoto, the iconic voice of Ash/Satoshi in Pokémon, Ryo/Yami Bakura in Yu-Gi-Oh!, Gon Freecss in the Hunter x Hunter OVA, and more.

Special Announcement:
We are thrilled to announce that Yuriko Yamaguchi, the Japanese seiyuu behind beloved characters such as Nico Robin in One Piece, Ritsuko Akagi in Neon Genesis Evangelion, and Nurse Joy in Pokémon, will also be joining TOYCON this year.

★ We are excited to announce a stellar lineup of Special Guest Cosplayers—both local and international—who will be joining this year’s event. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and greet with renowned cosplayers, including Een, Liabear, Kitz Cua, and Pompomny; Tiny Asa from Vietnam; Chanel Yui from Singapore; and Eri and Riela from Indonesia. As part of our ongoing commitment to the art of cosplay, TOYCON is also introducing a dedicated cosplay area, providing a vibrant space for creativity and self-expression.

★ For the first time ever, TOYCON proudly presents the One Piece Tagalog Voice Actor cast of the complete Straw Hat Pirates for an exclusive meet and greet reunion. Fans will have the unique opportunity to interact with the talented voice actors who bring these beloved characters to life and gain insights into the local dubbing industry during a special panel session. This is a true celebration for One Piece fans and a rare glimpse into the world of voice acting in the Philippines. Featured guests include:
○ Candice Arellano (Tagalog voice of Monkey D. Luy)
○ Vincent Gutierrez (Tagalog voice of Zoro and Franky)
○ Ray Miranda (Tagalog voice of Sanji Vinsmoke)
○ Je Utanes (Tagalog voice of Usopp)
○ Nica Rojo (Tagalog voice of Nami and Nico Robin)
○ Maynard Llames (Tagalog voice of Tony Tony Chopper and Jinbe) ○ Anthony Steven San Juan (Tagalog voice of Brook)

★ Artist Alley is bigger than ever, featuring over 100+ talented exhibitors. Attendees are invited to explore a diverse range of creative works, from local toy designers to independent artists, small press and creators’ unique products and original art. Support the vibrant local art and design community by visiting the Artist Alley and meeting the creators behind your favorite pieces. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Filipino talent and creativity.

★ TOYCON CONTESTS - Long-running toy custom contests still are a highlight with big prizes in store for toy enthusiasts who join:
○ Action Figure Customization contest
○ Custom Mecha Figure Design
○ Doll Dress-up Customization contest
○ Art Toy Design Contest
○ TOY CLICK Toy Photography contest
○ COSCLICK Cosplay Photography contest

★ Trading card games and hobbies are more accessible than ever with the addition of TCG Alley. This dedicated area features over 60+ TCG vendors, offering a wide selection of cards, accessories, and collectibles for enthusiasts of all levels where you can BUY-SELL-TRADE. Additionally, TOYCON is partnering with Mana Underground to deliver top-tier TCG tournaments and hobby experiences. Attendees will have the chance to compete for exciting prizes and earn ultimate bragging rights in the TCG community.

★ Who will be this year’s Pinoy Pop Culture Icon Awardee? This is an annual recognition honoring individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to elevating and shaping the Filipino pop culture landscape. We will be announcing this at TOYCON POP LIFE Celebration 2025.

Pinoy Pop Culture Icon Awards line up
2017 - Mars Ravelo (Darna) / Alodia Gosiengfiao (Cosplay Queen)
2018 - Pol Medina (Pugad Baboy)
2019 - Berlin Manalaysay (Combatron)
2023- Michael V. (Actor comedy genius)
2024- Big Boy Cheng (hobbyist, collector and Secret Fresh founder)
2025 - ???

★ Go back in time and play your favorite classic desktop games such as Starcraft, Counterstrike 1.3 and DoTA 1. Republic of Gamers will be bringing us these classic games in a team tournament. One game will be featured each day in the duration of the event.

★ This year’s TOYCON is set to be our biggest and most exciting event yet! Celebrate with us and say TOYCON NA!

TOYCON POP LIFE Celebration
June 13-15, 2025
SMX Convention Center Manila
Mall of Asia Complex, Seashell Ln, Pasay City

For more info visit our website - www.toyconph.com
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2019/04/26

Hobby

Get To Know the Furries in FurryPinas 2019

Toto 4/26/2019 11:37:00 PM

Kwento Ni Toto finds an interesting community and hobby to enjoy with. Yup there's something new (as for me) to attend to once a year, the FurryPinas! So, if you want to know more details about this read more and scroll down to check out the information about this event.

What is a Furry?: A Primer for FurryPinas 2019
We’ve gotten used to watching shows using anthromorphic creatures as their main characters to drive their story forward. Movies and shows like My Little Pony, Tom and Jerry, and even Digimon have animal characters that one way or another exemplify our human nature. But did you know that there’s a community of people that are fans of this story telling device?

And they are called furries.
So, what is a Furry then?

Furry is a hobby where the fans have an interest towards animal characters with human characteristics. Such characters can be found in many media such as movies, shows, games, literature, toys, cosplay, art, and many more, for any ages. Sometimes, “Furry” refers to the person who is a fan of the furry hobby. It can also be used to refer to “animal characters with human characteristics”.

Photo by: CNPH Tisha

Furry characters can be Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Crash Bandicoot, and many characters from shows such as Zootopia, The Lion King, Secret Life of Pets, How To Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda, etc.

Who are into the hobby?
Furries come in all shapes and sizes. And when it comes to who’s into the hobby, the furry community has always been one of the more inclusive communities worldwide. That also is true to the Philippines furry community.

In fact, the PH Furry community has a whole slew of enthusiasts. Ranging from entrepreneurs, to artists, designers, even engineers and academians are active furries. Age wise, the Furry community is open to all ages, but majority of the members are around 18-24 years old. Difference?

While there’s a collective global community of Furries, the Philippines’ Furry community sets itself apart.

The local furry community is more open to people knowing that they’re Furries and welcome those who are familiar and not too familiar with the hobby. In fact, local Furries don’t hide what they are in the Philippines and are more than happy to explain their hobby to anyone who is interested or wants to know more about it.

This is also true in how the local community treats its conventions. FurryPinas, the annual premiere furry convention in the country has a more welcoming attitude than most furry conventions elsewhere. The organizers take on a more Eastern and Western attitude in the organization and aims to making the most amount of people happy while sharing the love of furry to furry Hobbyist and non-hobbyist alike.

This difference in stance makes FurryPinas a more observed furry convention within the region. About FurryPinas 2019

On its 2nd year, FurryPinas 2019 is the largest furry convention in Asia serving as the official annual hub for the furry hobby in the Philippines.

The convention aims to provide attendees a more active participation compared to other cons. Providing a more welcoming avenue for those who want to understand and know more about the hobby while providing a safe and happy space for Furries to just have fun, socialize, and enjoy the hobby as a group.

FurryPinas is set to happen on June 8-9, 2019 at the Bayanihan Center (Near SM Megamall). For more information about FurryPinas 2019 you can head to the FurryPinas 2019 site or fanpage you can also check out the Facebook event page to get updated