Obsessed with anime, manga and Japanese pop culture? Then you should 'Naruto run' straight to the Animecon that kicks off in the city today, giving all otaku a chance to dive into the world of cosplay, manga designing, anime treasure hunts and ramen.

Short of hopping on to an expensive flight to Japan, this free-of-charge event is the closest many Mumbai fans can get to experiencing the country's pop culture. Always wanted to try cosplay but not sure how to design your costume from scratch? Attend a masterclass with top cosplayers and pick their brains for suggestions. Participants will be provided with material for the class, as well as for the manga design and cosplay make-up sessions.