Registration

In order to attend JMoF 2024, you are required to register. You have two options: pre-registration and on-site registration.

Important Information Regarding JMoF 2024 Registration

JMoF 2024 will conduct registrations as follows:

About Participation Tiers

There are five types of participation tiers: “MEMBER (One Day) ”,“MEMBER (All Days) ”, “SPONSOR”, “SUPER SPONSOR”, and “AYAKASHI”, which differ in terms of participation fees, and participation perks. All tiers except “MEMBER (One Day) ” are eligible to participate for the entirety of JMoF 2024.

Start Date for Pre-registration

  • September 30th (Sat.), 2023, at 21:00 (JST)

Note: Pre-registration will end on November 23rd (Thu.), 2023, at 23:59 (JST).

Note: Room reservations for the convention hotel are scheduled to begin on October 21st (Sat.), 2023, at 20:00 (JST). (Those who pre-registered with the “AYAKASHI” tier will be informed of their reservation separately.)

About Participation Tiers

MEMBER (One Day): 5,000 JPY

This is the regular participation tier, which allows you to attend one day of your choice during JMoF 2024.

Note: You do not have to register if you want to attend only on Day 1 (Fri.).

Note: One day member registrations can only be made on-site.

MEMBER (All Days): 8,000 JPY

This is the regular participation tier, which will allow you to attend all days of JMoF 2024.

Note: Child rates apply to participants under 14 years old. For more details, please refer to “Participation of Minors/Children” below.

SPONSOR: 16,000 JPY

This tier is for those who wish to support the JMoF, so that we can continue our efforts to provide the best possible convention experience for all attendees. Sponsors will receive the following perks in addition to the all days membership.

  • Official JMoF T-Shirt
  • Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room
  • Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2024 credit roll (based on the information registered as of December 2nd (Sat.), 2023)

Note: The above perks cannot be applied to anyone other than the applicant. In addition, some of the perks may not be available to those who register on-site.

SUPERSPONSOR: 25,000 JPY

Supersponsors are sponsors who wish to give JMoF an extra portion of support. Supersponsors will receive the following perks, including sponsor privileges.

  • Official JMoF T-Shirt
  • Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room (earlier than Sponsors)
  • 2x lunch vouchers to use at the restaurants in the convention hotel
  • Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2024 Conbook (based on the information registered as of December 2nd (Sat.), 2023)
  • Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2024 credit roll (based on the information registered as of December 2nd (Sat.), 2023)

Other additional perks are currently under consideration.

Note: The above perks cannot be applied to anyone other than the applicant. In addition, some of the perks may not be available to those who register on-site.

AYAKASHI:80,000 JPY

Note: This tier is limited to 50 people (on a first-come-first-served basis). Also, registration for this tier cannot be changed into another tier or cancelled.

We set up the “AYAKASHI” participation tier for this year's convention. This tier is for those who have the means to strongly support our beloved JMoF 2024.

“AYAKASHI”s will receive the following perks, including the right to make advance reservations at the convention hotel.

  • Advance reservation at the convention hotel (Reservation Period: October 7th (Sat.), 2023 - October 13th (Fri.), 2023)

Note: Only 1 room can be reserved. Includes suites and Japanese-style rooms. Reservation instructions will be emailed to you upon completion of your pre-registration.

Note: To use the convention hotel advance reservation perk, you need to pre-register by October 12th (Thu.), 2023.

  • Official JMoF T-Shirt (Exclusive design for AYAKASHI)
  • Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room (earlier than Sponsors)
  • Front row priority seating for official stage events
  • 2x lunch vouchers to use at the restaurants in the convention hotel
  • Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2024 Conbook (based on the information registered as of December 2nd (Sat.), 2023)
  • Priority positions in the two front rows for the fursuit group photo (limited to fursuiters)
  • Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2024 credit roll (based on the information registered as of December 2nd (Sat.), 2023)

Other additional perks are currently under consideration.

Note: The above perks cannot be applied to anyone other than the applicant. In addition, some of the perks may not be available to those who register on-site.

Participation of Minors/Children

MEMBER (Children from 6 to 13 years old): 3,000 JPY

MEMBER (Children under 6 years old): free entrance

Note: Children with this tier may participate in all days of JMoF 2024.

Minors (under 18 years old) are welcome to participate in JMoF. However, in addition to the JMoF rules and regulations, you must abide by all laws and regulations that apply to youth (under 18) and minors. In particular, please pay attention to the following:

  • Please get permission from your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) to attend JMoF.
  • When registering for JMoF, please provide emergency contact information (phone number) of your parent or guardian.
  • Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend. A parent or guardian must register for the convention.

About Changing Rooms

At JMoF 2024, changing rooms will be available at the venue via pre-reservation and an extra fee. Please use the rooms after paying the usage fee during the pre-registration period. For details, please see the “Changing Room” page.

About Room Reservations

Participants who wish to stay overnight are requested to make their own room reservations. For details, please see the “Room Reservation” page. Please note that the JMoF Executive Committee doesn’t handle any reservations.

About Dealer’s Room

The Dealer’s Room will open on January 7th (Sun./Day 3), 2024. In order to exhibit your booth in the Dealer’s Room, you must pre-register, register as a dealer in the Dealer’s Room, and pay the Dealer’s Room exhibition fee.

If you are interested in participating as a dealer, please fill out the Dealer’s Room Application Form. You can access the form from the link provided in the confirmation email sent upon completion of your pre-registration.

For details about the Dealer’s Room, please see the “Dealer’s Room” page.

Dead Dog Party

On the night of January 7th (Sun./Day 3,) 2024, after the closing ceremonies, the crew will gather the rest of their strength to present you with a stand-up dinner party known as our Dead Dog Party! Join us for food, drinks, and fun! To attend, you must sign up in advance and pay the entrance fee. For more details, please see the “Dead Dog Party” page.

Registration Change/Cancellation

The procedure for changing/canceling your registration and the refund amount will vary depending on the participation tier and the date of the change/cancellation. For details, please see the “Information Complying with the Japanese Specified Commercial Transactions Act” page.

Donations (Arbitrary)

If you would like to contribute to our budget to host and operate JMoF, please read the following:

  • You can make a donation using the Donation Form or during the pre-registration process.
  • You can donate whether or not you participate in JMoF.

Donations are used to support the activities of the JMoF Executive Committee.

Note: Whether or not you participate in JMoF, and whether or not JMoF is held, donations are not eligible for a refund.

Please follow the instructions below to register. Please note that you will not be fully registered until payment is completed. Pre-registration closes on November 23rd (Thu.), 2023, at 23:59 (JST).

Note: For details regarding registration, please click the “Registration Information” tab shown above.

1. Check the Verification Email

To avoid delivery problems due to email filtering, etc., we ask that you enter an email address on the Start Page.

Please enter your email address to register. A verification email will be sent with a link to the pre-registration form.

2. Fill out the Form

Please enter all required information on the pre-registration form. Please be sure to include your name and address so that we can issue your registration materials, including your con badge and other necessary items.

Note: In past years, there have been many cases of failed con badge deliveries due to incorrect or missing information on the registration form. When entering your information, please make sure that the entire address, including the name of the building, etc., is spelled correctly.

Note: For more information regarding the use of your personal information, please see the “Privacy Policy” page.

3. Send Payment

The participation fee varies depending on the participation tier.

Participation Tiers

  • MEMBER (All Days): 8,000 JPY
    • Children from 6 to 13 years old: 3,000 JPY
    • Under 6 years old: free entrance
  • SPONSOR: 16,000 JPY
  • SUPERSPONSOR: 25,000 JPY
  • AYAKASHI: 80,000 JPY

Note: All levels above are memberships for all days. You can register as a one-day MEMBER on site.

Note: Child rates apply based on the age of the child on the day of the convention.

Note: For more information about participation tiers and the participation of minors/children, please click the “Registration Information” tab above.

Payment Method

We only accept credit card payments for the registration fee. Please note that we do not accept payment by bank transfer.

Accepted credit cards are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover. Debit cards and prepaid cards of the above brands are also accepted.

Here are some examples for prepaid cards we accept:

  • V-Preca (application: available to those who are over the age of 18)
  • WebMoney Card (Japanese) (application: those under 20 years of age may apply with parental consent.)

After Completing the Transaction

After submitting the form, the payment is automatically completed. A payment confirmation email will be sent immediately upon receipt of your payment.

Note: If you do not receive any payment confirmation email within one day after submitting your payment, please send us a message through the “Contact” page.

4. Receiving your Registration Documents (Con-badge)

You can access your pre-registration information in the confirmation e-mail sent to you upon completion of your pre-registration.

If you live in Japan, your registration documents and convention badge will be mailed to your registered address by December 15th (Fri.), 2023. Please keep it in a safe place and do not forget to bring it with you on the day of the convention.

Note: If you haven’t received your con-badge by December 15th (Fri.), 2023, please make sure to contact us by December 22th (Fri.), 2023, otherwise we cannot re-issue your con-badge with your name printed on it.

Note: Participation rewards such as T-shirts, will be sent in the same envelope.

Attendees living overseas will receive their official con-badge at the JMoF registration desk in the hall lobby on the days of the convention. Please bring and show your government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport).

Reception hours are as follows:

  • January 5th (Fri./Day 1), 2024, 15:00 – 20:00
  • January 6th (Sat./Day 2), 2024, 10:00 – 20:00
  • January 7th (Sun./Day 3), 2024, 10:00 – 18:00

Registration Change/Cancellation

The procedure for changing/canceling registration and the refund amount will vary depending on the participation tier and the date of the change/cancelation. For details, please see the “Information Complying with the Japanese Specified Commercial Transactions Act” page.

Please follow the steps below carefully and complete the registration form on the day of the event at the JMoF reception desk.

The On-site Registration Form can be accessed by scanning the QR code posted near the registration desk during the convention with your smartphone/tablet device.

Note: For details regarding registration, please click the “Registration Information” tab above.

1. Check the Verification Email

To avoid delivery problems due to email filtering, etc., we ask that you enter an email address on the Start Page.

Please enter your email address to register. A verification email will be sent with a link to the on-site registration form.

2. Fill out the Form

Please enter all required information on the On-site registration form.

Note: For more information regarding the use of your personal information, please see the “Privacy Policy” page.

3. Show the confirmation page for the On-site Registration

At the registration desk, please show the On-Site Registration Confirmation page that appears after you submit the On-Site Registration Form or in the confirmation email sent to the email address you provided.

4. Payment

After submitting the completed registration form form, please pay the registration fee. The price varies, depending on the registration tier.

Reception Time

  • January 5th (Fri./Day 1), 2024, 15:00 – 20:00
  • January 6th (Sat./Day 2), 2024, 10:00 – 20:00
  • January 7th (Sun./Day 3), 2024, 10:00 – 18:00

Reception Location

JMoF Registration Desk, Hall Lobby, Loisir Hotel Toyohashi

Registration Tiers

  • MEMBER (One Day): 5,000 JPY
  • MEMBER (All Days): 8,000 JPY
    • Children from 6 to 13 years old: 3,000 JPY
    • Under 6 years old: free entrance
  • SPONSOR: 16,000 JPY
  • SUPERSPONSOR: 25,000 JPY
  • AYAKASHI: 80,000 JPY

Note: You do not have to register if you want to attend only on Day 1 (Fri.).

Note: Child rates apply based on the age of the child on the day of the convention.

Note: For more information about participation tiers and the participation of minors/children, please click the “Registration Information” tab above.

Payment Method

We accept cash, credit card payments and prepaid transportation cards (Suica, PASMO, etc.) for the registration fee.

Accepted credit cards are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover. Debit cards and prepaid cards of the above brands are also accepted.

Here are some examples of prepaid cards we accept:

  • V-Preca (application: available to Those who are over the age of 18)
  • WebMoney Card (Japanese) (application:those under 20 years of age may apply with parental consent)

5. Receive Your Official Convention Badge (Con-badge), etc.

You will receive your registration documents and con badge at the registration desk after payment is received.