COSPLAY MODE January 2026
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Get your own January 2026 issue of COSPLAY MODE, or subscribe to receive every new issue delivered to your door, shipping directly from Japan.
Included Bonus Item
This issue includes a full-size paper pattern for making your own Lolita head dress and bonnet at home.
Issue Highlights
The January 2026 issue of COSPLAY MODE opens with an official collaboration with Dropkick on My Devil!, putting the series’ devilishly fun cast on the cover and in the lead gravure. The shoot takes place on location in Tokyo’s Jinbōchō, the series’ pilgrimage district, and is backed by a standing-art reference collection covering 12 characters and a wig making tutorial inspired by Jashin-chan.
The sub-feature is a love letter to Ensemble Stars!: cosplay gravure of popular characters, fluffy wig styling and ponytail techniques, and boys idol posing lessons for your next shoot, plus a reader showcase of community cosplay snaps from X (#enstコスモスナップ).
Photographers get their share too, with tips on using color and emotional lighting to make cosplay photos feel like a scene from a story.
Cosplay Gravure & Features
- Official Dropkick on My Devil! collaboration with exclusive cover and lead cosplay gravure
- On-location pilgrimage shoot in Jinbōchō
- Standing-art reference collection for 12 characters
- Ensemble Stars! special feature with cosplay gravure of popular characters
Tutorials & Techniques
- Jashin-chan wig making tutorial
- Fluffy hairstyle and ponytail wig techniques
- Boys idol posing lessons
- Cosplay photography tips using color and emotional lighting
Community Snaps
- Ensemble Stars! cosplay showcase from X (#enstコスモスナップ)
About COSPLAY MODE
COSPLAY MODE is one of Japan’s leading cosplay magazines, dedicated to the creative, stylish, and hands-on side of cosplay culture. Each issue blends high-quality cosplay photography with practical tutorials, making it both inspiring to browse and genuinely useful to read.
The magazine regularly features official collaborations with popular anime, games, and idol franchises, showcasing exclusive cosplay gravure, character reference materials, and behind-the-scenes concepts that can’t be found elsewhere. Readers will also find step-by-step guides covering wig styling, costume details, posing, makeup, and photography techniques, created by experienced cosplayers and professional photographers.
Another key appeal of COSPLAY MODE is the inclusion of actual-size paper patterns bound into the magazine. These hard paper templates can be cut out and used to create cosplay and fashion accessories at home.
With a strong focus on expression and performance—from idol-style posing to emotional lighting—COSPLAY MODE celebrates both the visual beauty of cosplay and the craftsmanship behind it. Playful, stylish, and skill-oriented, COSPLAY MODE is a magazine made to be enjoyed and studied, whether you’re planning your next shoot or simply love Japanese pop culture aesthetics.
Specifications
Magazine: COSPLAY MODE
Issue: January 2026
Language: Japanese
Publisher: Simsam Media
Release Frequency: Quarterly (seasonal)
Condition: Brand New
Shipping: Ships from Japan
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