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Funmaker Inc.’s Rokimoto Will Make Convention Debut at Anime Expo

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by Maddie Morrow

Funmaker Inc. announced its premiere convention appearance, launching its brand Rokimoto this July at Anime Expo 2025. The Japanese culture-inspired brand will have a premium booth space featuring exclusive products and experiences. Also, there is a special panel on Friday, July 4th.

Rokimoto Debuts at Anime Expo 2025

Funmaker Inc. is a new company created by the founder of Funko. Experience Funmaker and Rokimoto’s debut at their Anime Expo booth in the West Hall, booth 2850. The booth will feature brand-new collectibles, apparel, and accessories featuring the Rokimoto brand and major Japanese licensed products. Fans will be able to shop from vending machines, engage in photo ops, meet with costumed characters, and most importantly, have fun!

Visit the booth Thursday, 7/3 through Saturday, 7/5 from 9 am to 9 pm and Sunday, 7/6 from 9 am to 3 pm.

rokimoto booth layout

In addition, Funmaker will present not your typical panel, but Rokimoto Slurprise! This is a show hosted by Funmaker Founder and Chief Officer of Fun, Mike Becker. The panel is on Friday, July 4th at 6:30 pm at the Novo Theater. Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean will make a special appearance and perform for fans. Not only is he from the iconic boy band, but he is also Funmaker’s Chief Design Officer. AJ McLean’s special character, Yuki, will make its debut with panel-exclusive special edition figures available only to those who attend the show. Fans will also experience the premiere of Rokimoto’s newest short animation, special costume appearances, new major license reveals, and giveaways throughout the night.

  • Funmaker Presents Rokimoto Slurprise
  • Date: Friday, July 4th
  • Time: 6:30 pm PT
  • Location: The Novo Theater

Funmaker Chief Design Officer, AJ McLean, shares:

I’m honored to be part of our kickoff show and can’t wait to help launch the brand, perform for the fans, and introduce my character, Yuki, to the world. Funmaker and Rokimoto are one-of-a-kind and truly dedicated to spreading positivity through humor, imagination, friendship, and inspiration.

For more information about Funmaker and Rokimoto, follow @funmakerinc and @rokimotogogo on social media.

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    Maddie Morrow (she/they) plays a vital role on the Temple of Geek Team. As a jack-of-all-trades and Creative Director, she actively participates in nearly every project and facet of the organization. From fostering community and interviewing on red carpets, to managing backend operations, Maddie contributes across almost every department. Find her on Instagram and TikTok at @maddie_whovian and on Twitter @mad_whovian

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Maddie Morrow

Maddie Morrow (she/they) plays a vital role on the Temple of Geek Team. As a jack-of-all-trades and Creative Director, she actively participates in nearly every project and facet of the organization. From fostering community and interviewing on red carpets, to managing backend operations, Maddie contributes across almost every department. Find her on Instagram and TikTok at @maddie_whovian and on Twitter @mad_whovian

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