Record 53,071 Attendees at SMASH! 2026, One of Australia’s Largest Manga and Anime Events

Cosplayers at SMASH 2026, dressed as their favourite characters. Source: SBS

SMASH! (Sydney Manga and Anime Show), one of Australia’s largest Japanese pop culture events, was held at ICC Sydney over two days on 11 and 12 July. This year’s event featured a star-studded guest line-up, including actor Mackenyu.

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