ROAD TO ANIME PICNIC 2026 - Beyond the costume — the story of Justine McKenzie

June 6, 2026

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ROAD TO ANIME PICNIC 2026 - Beyond the costume — the story of Justine McKenzie

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This week, the focus turns to Justine McKenzie, a cosplayer whose story shows how a simple introduction to the hobby grew into a rewarding outlet for creativity and self-development.

For Justine, cosplay began with a friend.

Several years ago, she attended AnimeComFest after being invited by a friend who was already involved in cosplay. Watching her friend walk around in character and fully embrace the experience immediately caught her attention.

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