Budokan 2026 to host international stars in Guayaquil

Budokan 2026 is set to take place on October 17 and 18 at the Palacio de Cristal in Guayaquil, featuring a diverse lineup of digital entertainment, Asian culture, anime, cosplay, and video games.

Key international guests include Salvadoran content creator Fernanfloo, who will meet fans on Saturday, October 17, and South Korean actor Shin Hyun Joon, known for the K-drama ‘Stairway to Heaven’, appearing on Sunday, October 18. The event also features Japanese singer Maki Ōtsuki, various prominent voice actors such as Pepe Vilchis and Jessica Ángeles, and Colombian cyber idol Lulu Bitto.

A major highlight of the convention will be the national final of the World Cosplay Summit Ecuador, which will select the pair to represent the country at the 2027 world championship in Japan. The venue will include specialized zones such as BudokanPlay for gaming, a FanZone, and an Artist Alley for illustrators.