What we’re about
This group is for fans of Japanese anime, manga, and media. We gather to discuss our favorite shows, share recommendations, and more.
Join us on Discord or WhatsApp (LinkTree for photo albums/groupchats - we have ones for outdoors/food/general).
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We hope it provides a safe space for people who like all things anime, including cosplay, gaming, and geek culture. With this group, you can expect events like conventions, films at local theaters, seasonal anime screenings, arcade nights, and more!
Our reoccurring events include the following:
- Seasonal Anime Screening (seasonal)
- Picnic/Potluck (seasonal)
- Arcade Nights (monthly)
- Bring Your Own Manga Book Club (monthly)
If you have any event suggestions feel free to message to the organizers. If you would like to host events, don't hesitate to reach out. :D
We have a girl's group (get in touch with Neikey, one of our organizers), and a guy's group (get in touch with Mike, one of our organizers) to provide a safe space for people and allow people to hang out offline.
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Don't Forget To Be Awesome!
(All of our members must adhere to our Code of Conduct.)
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Cover image is inspired by INT'L Cafe Chicago.
Upcoming events
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Board Games (Dice Dojo) (Edgewater)
Chicagoland Games: The Dice Dojo, 5550 N. Broadway Ave., Chicago, IL, USboard game meetup for chicago anime hangouts! hope to play some board games and have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D
dice dojo has 1000+ games in their demo library. please support them if there’s a game you like and want to purchase.
feel free to bring what you'd like to play!
schedule:
6:00 pm: show up / checkin and get started with board games. their board game night starts at 5:00 from my understandingsing (?)name tags will be brought to indicate who's apart of the meetup.
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hope to see you there!
---Thank you to the 'Chicagoland 20’s and 30’s Young Professionals' Meetup for advice on hosting board games. :D
4 attendees
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc @ AMC River East 21 (Streeterville)
AMC River East 21, 322 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL, USBuy your tickets in advance: HERE
(Make sure you select the right theater / time!)- Movie: Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc @ 6:45pm (REAL3D).
- Date: 10/23/2025 (Thursday).
- Theater: AMC River East 21.
Hey folks, this is a casual meetup to watch CSM: Reze Arc in theaters! We'll meetup at the theater, watch the film, then chat & might grab dinner afterwards. Whether you’re new to the group or a regular, this is a laid-back way to meet new people with similar interests!
About CSM - Reze Arc:
• Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAzAhDNdehs
• Synopsis: Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc is a 2025 Japanese made-for-television science fiction comedy disaster film directed by Anthony C. Ferrante. It tells about a waterspout that lifts sharks out of the ocean and deposits them in Los Angeles. It is the first installment in the Chainsaw film series. The movie first aired on the Syfy channel on July 11, 2025, and stars Tara Reid, Ian Ziering, and John Heard. It was also given a one-night-only special midnight theatrical screening via Regal Cinemas and Fathom Events, where it earned $200,000 from 200 screenings. The over-the-top premise and theatrics of the film quickly earned it a cult following.About AMC River East 21:
• AMC Theatres offers a range of ways to enjoy your experience. From spacious rocking seats to luxury recliners, innovative menus & premium offerings like IMAX, Dolby Cinema, & Prime at AMC.Post-Meetup: If we somehow lose you & you want to sync up with us after the event, DM us in our...
See ya there!
15 attendees
Halloween Friday Social @ Beermiscuous (Lake View)
Beermiscuous, 2812 N Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, il, USHappy early Halloween y'all,
We're having a spooky fun time with beer & pizza at Beermiscuous a week before the actual end of October. Feel free to dress up, eat, & chill.
Fun Fact: The year is almost over. Isn't that crazy?
RSVPing
FYI: This event will be created with 30 RSVP slots.
• We ask that folks who know they can't make it ahead of time to cancel their RSVPs so that others capable can attend.
• Our group is not normally strict on RSVPing, but we want to ensure no-shows avoid taking up limited space.About Beermiscuous
Beermiscuous is a 'coffee shop'-styled bar with a huge selection of cans & craft beer.
• Outside drinks are not allowed, but BYOF is permitted.
• We'll be meeting in Beermiscuous' basement area, so find the stairs near the right of when you first enter the shop.Hope to see ya there!
30 attendees
Past events
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