This post was made possible with the cooperation of Kentaro. You can follow them online here

Cosplay holds an important place in Japanese pop culture. We spoke with a photographer who's name is Kentaro, who is active in Japan, about his experiences and advice.

MochiiFeed:

Please introduce yourself and tell us what inspired you to start cosplay.

Kentaro:

Japanese cosplayers are amazing. I wanted to see more of them and help more people discover them, so that’s how I got started.

MochiiFeed:

What do you like most about cosplay in Japan?

Kentaro:

The freedom. I think it’s something anyone can do.

MochiiFeed:

How is cosplay culture in Japan different from other countries?

Kentaro:

The diversity of the works and characters.

MochiiFeed:

Do you have any advice for beginners?

Kentaro:

Don’t worry about what other people think. Just enjoy what you love.

MochiiFeed:

What are your favorite cosplay events or conventions in Japan?

Kentaro:

I really love Acosta!

MochiiFeed:

Where can people follow your social media and activities?

Kentaro:

Please follow "hazawa217" on Instagram.

Thank you, Kentaro, for collaborating with MochiiFeed. We hope this interview inspires more people to become interested in cosplay and connect with communities around the world.