{"product_id":"cosplay-mode-december-2026","title":"COSPLAY MODE December 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet your own December 2026 issue of COSPLAY MODE, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/collections\/anime-magazine-subscriptions\/products\/cosplay-mode-magazine-subscription\"\u003esubscribe\u003c\/a\u003e to receive every new issue delivered to your door, shipping directly from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Bonus Items\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f2f2; padding: 16px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis issue includes \u003cstrong\u003efull-size paper patterns for plush outfits\u003c\/strong\u003e, so your “nuichan” plush companion can come along on your oshi adventures in kigurumi style:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eBear\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCat\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eRabbit\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMermaid\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIssue Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe December 2026 issue of COSPLAY MODE is an idol cosplay special, headlined by a complete guide to idol cosplay. It covers everything from sparkling idol posing lessons to stage-costume snaps from \u003ci\u003eEnsemble Stars!\u003c\/i\u003e and NIJISANJI fans, plus a wig tutorial for Houshou Marine’s signature thin twin-tails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover stars Toshiya Miyata of Kis-My-Ft2 in the second installment of his own cosplay project, a feature that has been turning heads in the cosplay world, complete with an interview with the cosplayer himself. Elsewhere, singer Amatsuki sits down for an interview, and Kokoro Shinozaki shares a model photography lesson on looking your best on camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe issue also dives into the world of \u003ci\u003eGranblue Fantasy\u003c\/i\u003e cosplay with a look at the Granblue EXTRA Fest 2026 official cast stage in Nagoya, Sendai and Osaka, and the first overseas event appearances in Paris and Los Angeles. Craft lovers can look forward to a costumer spotlight on \u003ci\u003eDisney Twisted-Wonderland\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eZenless Zone Zero\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePokémon\u003c\/i\u003e costumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCosplay Gravure \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCover feature: Toshiya Miyata of Kis-My-Ft2, project part two, with cosplayer interview\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdol cosplay complete guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClosing character gravure\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSinger Amatsuki interview\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKokoro Shinozaki “looking great” model photography lesson\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCostumer craftsmanship spotlight: \u003ci\u003eDisney Twisted-Wonderland\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eZenless Zone Zero\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePokémon\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eGranblue Fantasy\u003c\/i\u003e: Granblue EXTRA Fest 2026 official cast stage report and first overseas event coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTutorials \u0026amp; Techniques\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSparkling idol posing lessons using Subaru, Pekora and Raden looks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHoushou Marine (“Ahoy!!”) captain wig making with thin twin-tail styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLighting techniques that add depth and story to your photos, easy for anyone to copy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMake-your-own original grimoire prop tutorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlush outfit sewing guide with full-size patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEvents \u0026amp; Snaps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdol stage-costume snaps submitted by readers (\u003ci\u003eEnsemble Stars!\u003c\/i\u003e and NIJISANJI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIkebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest “Ike-Halo 2026” model course\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNationwide event snaps: Tokyo, Nagoya and Fukuoka picks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEvent report: Sakura Suzu and Risamaru go undercover at a cosplay event\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEight Kanto-area cosplay studios chosen by the editors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout COSPLAY MODE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCOSPLAY 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMagazine: COSPLAY MODE\u003cbr\u003e\nIssue: December 2026\u003cbr\u003e\nLanguage: Japanese\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Hihō Shinsha\u003cbr\u003e\nRelease Frequency: Quarterly (seasonal)\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping: Ships from Japan\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMore issues of COSPLAY MODE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore another recent issue of this cosplay magazine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/products\/cosplay-mode-september-2026\"\u003eCOSPLAY MODE September 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/products\/cosplay-mode-january-2026\"\u003eCOSPLAY MODE January 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOr browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/collections\/cosplay-mode\"\u003eCOSPLAY MODE collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hihō Shinsha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41744571957306,"sku":"COSMODE-2612","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1408\/7106\/files\/cosplaymode_2612-01.jpg?v=1791901486","url":"https:\/\/twinhive.com\/products\/cosplay-mode-december-2026","provider":"TWINHIVE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}