[Honoka Kosaka Cosplay] Independent Anime Convention Tour Application Approved for the World Line Anime Exhibition: Photoshoot Log

The application process for the independent anime convention tour of the 24th Chengdu World Line Anime Exhibition is finally complete. On July 19, 2026, I will appear at the Western China International Expo City as Honoka Kosaka from Love Live!.

The application steps this time were more ceremonial than expected, and the organizers gave very clear requirements. You need to publish a post in a specific format on platforms like Weibo, Xiaohongshu, or Bilibili, with photos including the application QR code image and 6 high-quality personal cosplay photoshoots, and reach a certain amount of reposts, comments, and likes. After completing this, go to the WeChat mini-program to search for \"Mark Expo Registration,\" fill in detailed personal details and QQ number, and submit for review. Although the whole process is tedious, with every completed step, my anticipation for the upcoming convention grows.

Since I was submitting materials from my cosplay photoshoot, I specifically chose three pictures with quite different styles. Image 4 features a primarily pure white costume paired with a halo and feather elements, complemented by sapphire accents, and with the dreamy highlights from post-processing, the overall visual is highly translucent. To give the frame more tension, during the shoot, special attention was paid to the reflection ratio of the light source cast on the face and decorations, preventing the image from being too bright and losing depth. Image 5 is a warm yellow bright-toned look, consisting of a yellow-and-black jacket and pink-and-green braids. The shooting scene was in a fast-food-style interior, where the red and white floor tiles and warm window light gave the whole photo a highly lively everyday atmosphere; these life-oriented scenes often show off the character's approachable side. Image 6 the setup and lighting scheme lean more toward a classical library texture, where a brown leather sofa, desk lamp, and tropical plants together form a richly colored vintage frame. The red and white outfit paired with red gloves and a sapphire necklace easily highlights the protagonist's silhouette against a backdrop rich in shadow details.

Actually, while preparing these materials, I also studied the official on-site convenient service guide in detail. The guide reveals that the convention put a lot of thought into the foot traffic flow and logistics. First is the free cooling patch, which can be picked up at the entrance ticket check. In the mid-July heat, this is absolutely the most thoughtful welcome gift. Then there are the bag storage and changing needs that cosplayers care about most. Hall 11 provides an official free bag storage area, and Hall 15 provides an official free changing room. Furthermore, in the official rest area and Cosplayer Supply Station in Hall 15, they even prepared bobby pins, safety pins, and superglue (502 glue)—highly specific, must-have supplies. This effectively prevents the embarrassment of props falling off during a shoot with no way to fix them.

I also noticed that no light stands are allowed in the glass corridor area. For those with photography needs, the official guidance is to go directly to the official photography area and studios in Halls 15 and 16. There are pre-built scenes, and the venue planning is much more spacious. Moreover, Hall 15 has specifically set up an official free makeup area, which is highly practical for cosplayers who need to touch up their makeup on-site. According to the announcement, the information desks in Halls 11 and 14 are also equipped with sanitary napkin supplies, and if you run into problems, you can consult NPCs wearing blue vests. The level of detail the organizers put into these basic guarantees is indeed very meticulous.

For photography, whether it is a studio shoot or an outdoor shoot, the on-site lighting environment is never the same. A high-brightness dreamy style like Image 4 is inseparable from highlight control, while an indoor vintage style like Image 6 relies more on diffuse reflection of the environment. For cosplayers, besides presenting the cosplay photoshoot, having excellent logistical support on-site makes most of the day's itinerary much easier. With this application successfully approved, I have basically achieved my initial wish of stepping into the Chengdu World Line Anime Exhibition as \"Honoka Kosaka.\" All that is left is to wait for the official departure in mid-July, packing up my gear and luggage in advance, as the physical toll of attending an offline event is quite high. I hope all fellow enthusiasts attending will have a wonderful time at the convention on that day, fully immersing themselves in the unique atmosphere and vitality of anime gatherings on-site.