Catch Kodansha @ NYCC and Kodansha House NY
Experience conversations with Saka Mikami (author of The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity) at NYCC and Kodansha House
Kodansha returns to New York once again for two special events happening in October, New York Comic Con (October 8-11, 2026 at the Javits Convention Center) and Kodansha House NY (Hudson Yards, October 9-18, 2026).
Kodansha is also proud to invite the award-winning mangaka Saka Mikami—creator of the anime-inspiring, modern school days romance, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity—who will be at both NYCC and Kodansha House NY! Fans attending NYCC will be able to catch Mikami-sensei at the Kodansha Presents: The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity Creator Saka Mikami panel on October 10, 2026. While lucky fans who won the Kodansha House NY creator events sweepstakes will be able to attend a special Q&A and signing events with Saka Mikami.
Full List of Events:
Check out below for Kodansha’s list of programming and events happening at NYCC and Kodansha House NY. Also be sure to check back periodically as there may be a surprise or two:
NEW YORK COMIC CON
Saturday, October 10, 2026:
Kodansha Presents: The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity Creator Saka Mikami
When: 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Room 1C03
What: Kodansha presents a conversation with Saka Mikami—the manga author behind the anime-inspiring, heartfelt, star-crossed romance, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity. Kodansha is excited to have a thoughtful conversation with this fan-favorite author to discuss their inspiration, serialization challenges, and hopes for the series’ future. It’s a rare in-person visit no manga fan can miss!
Please note: Photography and video recording during this panel are strictly prohibited. Seats will also be limited, so be sure to show up early for this must-see creator spotlight event!
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KODANSHA HOUSE NY
Friday, October 9, 2026
Kodansha House NY Opens to the Public
When: 11:00am – 9pm ET Daily
Where: Hudson Yards — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Free and open to the public, Kodansha House will begin just in time for the New York Comic Con weekend, and will continue for a full week after it ends. Expect creator appearances, immersive manga spaces, special programming, and more — all free to explore.
KODANSHA HENSHUSHA presents “How a Hit Really Begins”
When: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Hudson Yards — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Join us for a panel discussion with the editor behind fan-favorite titles like The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, WIND BREAKER, and Rent-a-Girlfriend. He worked with the creators. You ask the questions.
RSVP opens Friday, September 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm EDT.
Saturday, October 10, 2026:
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity Creator Q&A + Signing
When: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Meet Saka Mikami, the creator of hit romance manga-turned-anime, The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity, in an exclusive Q&A session followed by a signing session! Sweepstakes is closed, but limited standby tickets will be available the day of.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity Creator Signing
When: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Meet Saka Mikami, the creator of the hit manga, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, for a special signing session only at Kodansha House New York! Sweepstakes is closed, but limited standby tickets will be available the day of.
Monday, October 12, 2026
Library Day
When: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Librarians are invited to Kodansha House to learn about the upcoming books from Kodansha, with an educational presentation and Q&A session. This event is invite-only
Retailer Day
When: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Retailers are invited to Kodansha House to learn about the upcoming books from Kodansha, with an educational presentation and Q&A session.This event is invite-only
Kodansha Anime Watch Party
When: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Connect with fellow anime fans and join us for a watch party of not only the first episodes of our brand new series, Tank Chair and Magic Knight Rayearth, but the premiere of our upcoming series, Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 and BLESS! In addition, participants will be able to take home the first volume of each series.
RSVP opens Monday, September 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm EDT.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
New Licensing Panel
When: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Be the first to know our newest title acquisitions for Fall 2027! *Videography and photography allowed during the event.
RSVP opens Thursday, October 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm EDT.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
The Ghost in the Shell Talk Show
When: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Geek out with fellow The Ghost in the Shell fans at a watch party featuring the first episode of the new Ghost in the Shell anime produced by Science SARU followed by a Q&A session with Takeshi Katsurada, the editor in charge of the The Ghost in the Shell manga. You’ll also get the chance to get some GITS goodies!
Register before Friday, September 25, 2026 · 6:00 pm EDT
Sunday, October 18, 2026
FINAL DAY of Kodansha House NY
When: 11:00am – 9pm ET
Where: Hudson Yards — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: This will be your last chance to experience all the wonderful manga galleries, photo ops, games and more at Kodansha House NY before it closes for the last time in 2026.
BLUE LOCK Live-Action Movie Watch Party
When: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm ET
Where: Kodansha House NY — 508 W 37th Street, New York, NY 10018
What: Join us on the (metaphorical) pitch to be the first to watch the BLUE LOCK live-action movie in the US and score Blue Lock goodies, as well as a chance to win a variety of Blue Lock-related prizes!
RSVP opens Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm EDT.
Keep your eyes open for announcements made about NYCC and Kodansha House NY either at kodansha.us or across our social media channels on X, Instagram, Facebook , Bluesky!