Guests & Conferences

Since childhood, Anaïs has been captivated by the world of drawing and manga, inspired by classics such as Sailor Moon and Cardcaptor Sakura. At the age of 12, she began creating her own stories and developed a passion for traditional color illustration. Her talent and imagination led her to share her universe through a blog before joining a comic book school, where she graduated at 21. In 2020, Anaïs published her first manga series, Azure (3 volumes), followed by Circée, her latest work still in progress, published by Clair de Lune. The final volume of Circée is expected by the end of 2024. ✨

On his side, Jéronimo Céjudo has been passionate about manga since a young age, drawing inspiration from great classics such as Dragon Ball and One Piece. However, it was Dreamland by Reno Lemaire that ultimately convinced him to become a manga artist in France. He began his career as the illustrator of Lil’ Berry and later gained international recognition by securing second place in the 100th edition of the Tezuka Contest with his one-shot Devil Dive Inferno. This remarkable achievement was praised by legends such as Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball) and Kazue Kato (Blue Exorcist). Today, he continues his journey with his series RIPPER, published by Ankama.

These two talented mangaka will host a conference where they will share their unique and incredible journeys as manga artists in France. Come and discover the behind-the-scenes of their profession, their inspirations, and the challenges they have overcome to live their passion!

Anaïs Eustache & Jéronimo Céjudo signing session following their conference. Would you like to have your Circée or RIPPER manga signed, but don’t have it with you? No problem! Go to the Tanigami stand to get it, and leave with your manga signed by Anaïs and/or Jéronimo at the signing session!

Japanese voice actress Ari Ozawa makes her first-ever appearance in Switzerland at Japan Impact. In a biographical talk followed by a FAQ, she shares her journey as the iconic voice in such works as Genshin Impact, Demon Slayer, Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, and Heaven Burns Red.

Japanese voice actress Ari Ozawa makes her first-ever appearance in Switzerland at Japan Impact. Following her talk, she will host a book signing session.

Axel Cosplay, originally from France, began his cosplay journey in Canada in 2017 and returned home a year ago. What started as simple makeup tests quickly turned into an award-winning career, earning him over 15 prizes in competitions worldwide. Back in France, Axel collaborates with some of the biggest names in the gaming industry, including Elden Ring, Tekken 8, League of Legends, and Black Myth Wukong. With a strong focus on the cinematic depth of his work, he is forging a unique path where cosplay and filmmaking converge, pushing the boundaries of cosplay into new realms of storytelling.

Axel will be hosting a panel on choreography in cosplay competitions. Come and learn how to bring your characters to life on stage and captivate the audience with your performances!

In this conference, Sandrine Chabre and Axel Witzke will introduce you to contemporary vs. historical Japan, discussing the contrasts between the country’s modern and traditional aspects, and how these influences intersect in today’s Japanese culture.

Cultural Crossroads: A Journey through the Heart of Korea and Japan

Part 1: The Pulse of Pop Culture – Language, Media, and Social Interaction

Ready for an unforgettable cultural journey?

Join Liz Yoon, President of the Hallyu Korea Association, as she takes you through the vibrant worlds of Korean and Japanese culture.

With 16 years at Samsung Electronics, Liz has worked across the globe, from Tokyo and Kyoto with Japanese companies to Switzerland, bringing deep insights into languages, entertainment, corporate cultures, education systems, and much more.

Fluent in Korean, Japanese, English, and some French, Liz’s unique perspective allows her to bridge the cultural gap with humor and expertise.

In this conference entitled “The Pulse of Pop Culture”, explore the media, language and social interactions that shape everyday life and the collective imagination in Korea and Japan.

So, pack your curiosity and get ready to explore—no passport needed! 🌏✨

Cultural Crossroads: A Journey through the Heart of Korea and Japan

Part 2: Shaping the Future – Education, Work, and Cultural Foundations

Ready for an unforgettable cultural journey?

Join Liz Yoon, President of the Hallyu Korea Association, as she takes you through the vibrant worlds of Korean and Japanese culture.

With 16 years at Samsung Electronics, Liz has worked across the globe, from Tokyo and Kyoto with Japanese companies to Switzerland, bringing deep insights into languages, entertainment, corporate cultures, education systems, and much more.

Fluent in Korean, Japanese, English, and some French, Liz’s unique perspective allows her to bridge the cultural gap with humor and expertise.

With the “Shaping the Future” conference, explore the cultural foundations of education and the world of work in Korea and Japan, and understand how these two countries are forging their future through their traditions and ambitions.

So, pack your curiosity and get ready to explore—no passport needed! 🌏✨

Join Cyril Coppini after his lecture for a signing session

In this conference by Cyril Coppini, take a behind-the-scenes look at publishing a manga in French, from title identification to translation, lettering, graphics, communication and sales.