Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Posted by Wolfheinrich [www] 

I have always heard about how Anime Expo is one of the largest anime convention in North America but I have never once thought about going there myself in previous years. However, the convergence of various factors this year including the chance of meeting some of the friends I have made online at figure.fm, a trip to Volks USA and meeting Danny in person were enough to convince me to make this journey. Not to mention that based on my previous experience at Acen 2010, an anime convention is the perfect opportunity for me to take my Dollfie Dream daughter outside for some intense photo sessions without having to worry about uncomfortable stare from onlookers not familiar with Japanese anime. So, for this past weekend, I have my most pampered Dollfie Dream daughter, Kiriha Kuze 紅瀬桐葉 to accompany me to Anime Expo 2010 in Los Angeles!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

We arrived at the hotel a good 5 hours before check-in time but luckily the lady at the counter let us check-in right the way. Here is a shot of Kiriha coming out of her traveling bag right after we got into our room and she was greeted by a new friend Mugi plushie from Lightningsabre!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

We got a nice room with a view of the swimming pool too! Here she is sitting by the window along with Tako Luka (also from Lightningsabre).

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Trying out the bed we got to sleep on for the next couple of days.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

After hours of traveling, we finally made it to our destination, the Los Angeles Convention Center~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles
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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And when we went into the Exhibit Hall, surprise surprise~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

We found some bedsheet that happened to look like the He is My Master costume that Kiriha was wearing!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Needless to say, it was time to shoot some more photos against the perfect backdrop!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles
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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Not long after I finished my photo session with Kiriha, someone stepped in and bought the Izumi bedsheet... talk about good timing. I on the other hand, didn't waste any time and bought the Anna bedsheet soon after XD Yuri ftw!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

We also visited J-List's booth where I picked up Lightning Warrior Raidy II and Moero Downhill Night 2. And I plan to do a proper review of these games when I get to them.

Since the hotel we stayed in didn't have free wifi, we headed back to the hotel soon after and tried to get tethering working.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Kiriha was sitting next to me the whole time as I managed to get internet working through USB tethering with my G1 phone.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And the next day, I caught a perfect opportunity to snap a shot at Kiriha just as she wakes up in the morning! The scenery was just too perfect to not take an advantage of it! This is also one of my favorite shots out of the entire weekend~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

We made our way to the convention center for a little breakfast before we start the day off~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Later in the day, we made our way to Danny's panel to meet Mirai Saber.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Kiriha is happy to finally meet Danny's Mirai Saber that she heard so much about~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

They were soon joined by Mr. Postman's daughters

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

and PikaChika's daughter

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Close up shot of Mirai Saber~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And a group photo!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And after a little over a year since I came to Dannychoo.com and figure.fm, I have finally managed to meet Danny and Mirai Saber in person~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Back in the hotel, I caught a shot of Kiriha tidying herself up in front of the mirror~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Then at the Fakku X Dannychoo meetup at ESPN Zone, sitting next to Saber again for another shot~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

More daughters decided to join in on the fun later on, here are Sinistra's daughters and SouthernBelleInCali's Mai

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Ms. Geek's bundle of joy

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

tsubasa126's Sasara

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

SouthernBelleInCali's daughter on the left, and they were later joined by The-O's Fate

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And a final group photo with late arrival Jeromaru's Natsuki.

Took a little video fly through clip of the daughters present as well!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

During the meetup, I can't help but noticed one of the Otacool 2 cosplayers was also present, just had to take a shot of the wonderful Maridah Saber.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

All of the daughters gathered outside Staple Center for another group photo after the ESPN Zone meetup~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And all the comrades stand together for post meetup group photo! Finally, a chance to finally put a face on the username! Another objective accomplished

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Another group photo here with the Nokia Plaza as the backdrop during the Laser and Music show.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

More daughters showed up at Danny's Culture Japan Panel~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Another group photo after the Culture Japan panel~

After the Culture Japan Panel, it was time to take Kiriha to Volks USA, which is another main objective of this LA Trip.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

For the better part of the last 6 months or so, I have been spamming Volks USA with pictures of my DD daughters and they have always been so kind to me so I have made it a point that I must meet them in person during this trip. Many thanks for comrade Yuuichi-kun's offer to drive me down to Volks USA. I could have rented a car but I would be completely lost in the highway system in LA! Many thanks to you brother!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And while we were there, I took advantage of their photo space for more photos~

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

By the time we finished up at Volks USA, it was already mid-afternoon so it was time to head back to the hotel.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Since there weren't any interesting things going on back at the convention, we decided to spend the rest of the afternoon in hotel~ And what better way to spend the rest of our vacation than with more photo session? After all, Kiriha just loves posing in front of the camera. And here is a shot above the hotel lobby.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Public telephone is pretty rare these days, but you still got to have them.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Out in the walkway between our hotel and the World Trade Center.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles
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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And here is a shot of my lovely daughter Kiriha resting outside of the hotel we stayed in!

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And here we have Kiriha resting by the pool :3

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles
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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

Back in our hotel room we await the arrival of another comrade AnimeAffection.

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Dollfie Dream Kiriha at AnimeExpo 2010 in Los Angeles

And he brought along his Kiriha for double the fun! And if you are interested to see more Dollfie Dream Kiriha X Dollfie Dream Kiriha Action, please feel free to stop by my blog~

 
Posted by
Wolfheinrich
Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie Dream Photographer, Eroge Gamer Extraordinaire in USA [www]
Previously posted items
  •  
    2010/07/08 12:14
    Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
     

    Nyaa~ her tummy~

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      Lightning Sabre in Vancouver [www]
      2010/07/08 12:39
      Registered on 2007/08/30. Prepress Operator, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
       

      She's gonna get a cold :P

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        2010/07/08 13:09
        Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
         

        Whether it's a tummy shot or panchira, I will take it either way!

      •  
        2010/07/08 13:43
        Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
         

        LoL~. It was nice seeing you at AX!!! We had a blast and I hope to see you sometime soon!!

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          Lightning Sabre in Vancouver [www]
          2010/07/08 15:24
          Registered on 2007/08/30. Prepress Operator, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
           

          It was nice to meet you too ^_^ I'll be sure to give you a hoot when I come visiting again :D

          •  
            2010/07/08 16:19
            Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
             

            Yeah let me know when you're out in L.A. again we'll meet fo sho~!!

    •  
      2010/07/08 13:08
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      :3 Pleased to meet your Sasara in person finally!

      •  
        2010/07/08 13:42
        Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
         

        It was a pleasure to meet you and your Kiriha in L.A.~!! I'm definitely going to AX again next year along with my Sasara!!

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    Jeromaru in San Diego CA. (U.S. of A) [www]
    2010/07/08 12:20
    Registered on 2008/04/29. Night Stalker
     

    My Baby & Saber! Arent they look lovely together!?

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    Jeromaru in San Diego CA. (U.S. of A) [www]
    2010/07/08 12:20
    Registered on 2008/04/29. Night Stalker
     

    Thats my Girl!!!! ^_^

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      2010/07/08 13:09
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was great to finally meet you and your Natsuki~

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    Jeromaru in San Diego CA. (U.S. of A) [www]
    2010/07/08 12:21
    Registered on 2008/04/29. Night Stalker
     

    Look at this guy! LOL!

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    2010/07/08 12:32
    Registered on 2009/08/04.
     

    That's my girl!!!

    •  
      2010/07/08 13:09
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Pleased to meet your Kiriha at the end!

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    Lightning Sabre in Vancouver [www]
    2010/07/08 12:39
    Registered on 2007/08/30. Prepress Operator, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
     

    Oooh forgot to comment on the Volks visit. How was it? I really like the backdrops they had there. Very classy. Except Kiriha is a maid and it looks like she's slacking on the job, lol.

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      2010/07/08 13:10
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was great, I got to meet all the staffs there and had a great conversation. Given the opportunity, I might go back again.

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        Lightning Sabre in Vancouver [www]
        2010/07/08 15:25
        Registered on 2007/08/30. Prepress Operator, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
         

        I was actually half-worried that they would be closed since it was 4th of July, but glad you made it :)

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          2010/07/08 16:00
          Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
           

          I have confirmed with them multiple times that they would open on the 4th before deciding to go there, it works out at the end.

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    2010/07/08 12:49
    Registered on 2009/08/04.
     

    It is too bad I couldn't make it to AX sooner but it was nice to be able to hang out. Kiriha had a lot of fun! Now the other girls are jealous XD... I'll have to take them out next time.

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      2010/07/08 13:11
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It all worked out somewhat at the end that I decided to leave on Sunday instead. I would love to meet your other girls~

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    Danny Choo in Tokyo Metropolis [www]
    2010/07/08 12:53
    Registered on 2006/12/11. CEO Mirai Inc
     

    Was great meeting you out there. Lovely photos too! Will intro the one on your blog in my write up.

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      2010/07/08 13:39
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was great to finally meet you in person ^^;

  •  
    2010/07/08 12:55
    Registered on 2009/08/13. Lurker
     

    This is my girl!

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      2010/07/08 13:37
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Ahhh, that's your girl. I don't think I have gotten a chance to meet you. Hope to see you next time!

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        2010/07/08 14:40
        Registered on 2009/08/13. Lurker
         

        I don't think we did get to meet. Next time for sure tho! Do you live or go to any other events around LA area?

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          2010/07/08 15:06
          Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
           

          I came from out of town so, may be next time.

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    2010/07/08 12:58
    Registered on 2009/08/13. Lurker
     

    Beautiful Pictures, Nice Article.

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    suteki in Australia
    2010/07/08 13:05
    Registered on 2009/07/17. Student/Ashikabi
     

    looks like you had a fun time
    lovely pictures^^

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      2010/07/08 13:38
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was great to finally meet the friends I have made here :3

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    Nekoconeco in USA
    2010/07/08 13:05
    Registered on 2010/01/30. Electrical Engineer, figure.fm and dannychoo.com...
     

    Great pics. You the man.

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    jowy in philippines
    2010/07/08 13:15
    Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
     

    Whoa!! sempai!! Kihira must love that eroge,,it's Exchange ^Y^

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      2010/07/08 13:38
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Actually, Kiriha was posing for Lightning Warrior Raidy II

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        jowy in philippines
        2010/07/08 15:04
        Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
         

        yeah i know that 3D maze eroge..the screen..

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    Ms. Geek in Hollywood [www]
    2010/07/08 13:16
    Registered on 2009/07/15. Pwned by five big and a host of bitty dolliez.
     

    Great meeting you Wolfenheinrich! Thanks for giving my vinyl brood some pictorial love. I have some shots I gotta post at Flickr, Den of Angels and here. Oh yeah: new vinyl friend (Obitsu) on the way...this makes four.

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      2010/07/08 13:36
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was a pleasure to meet you and your vinyl friends.

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    jowy in philippines
    2010/07/08 13:25
    Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
     

    I imagine if the eye of a DD is so cute..the glossy colors just like a liquid water & the highlights...i forgot what word i can say ^Y^

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    jowy in philippines
    2010/07/08 13:26
    Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
     

    Baby carry ?W?

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    jowy in philippines
    2010/07/08 13:29
    Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
     

    HEY IT'S ASH wearing a eyeglass..poke-geek!!

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    jowy in philippines
    2010/07/08 13:38
    Registered on 2008/01/23. I can say "HENSHIN" & do "CAST-OFF"
     

    Great work..you git danny's pic!! how in luck!!

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    2010/07/08 13:51
    Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
     

    That's one great shot!! I love it!! I totally forgot to have my daughter sit there!! (>_<)~

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      2010/07/08 14:27
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Thanks~ made carrying the tripod around all day worth the effort!

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    2010/07/08 13:52
    Registered on 2008/08/24. Computer Engineer student
     

    I think this is my daughter?

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      2010/07/08 14:26
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      I think your answer is correct! The other Sasara didn't have the neck ribbon~

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    psyche in USA [www]
    2010/07/08 13:58
    Registered on 2009/11/19. student
     

    Wow, i'm quite surprised at how many dollfies actually showed up XD Rarely anyone i know has never heard of them, and they collect more anime related items than me lol

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      2010/07/08 14:26
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      I was hoping there will be more actually!

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    sushisake in USA
    2010/07/08 14:12
    Registered on 2010/06/09. anime fan
     

    nice photos and looks like you had a great time in Anime Expo :)

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      2010/07/08 14:25
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Thanks and yup~

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    Kodama in Ottawa, Canada
    2010/07/08 14:53
    Registered on 2009/03/28. Laptop Tech, New DD Parent
     

    Pretty! And she doesn't have "bed head".. ^_^

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      2010/07/08 15:19
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Indeed! Though in my private collection, there was another angle I didn't disclose here ^^;

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    Vince088 in Los Angeles Originally fro... [www]
    2010/07/08 15:12
    Registered on 2008/12/18. Otaku, Part Timer
     

    Nice photo's wolf!! It was nice meeting you at the gathering and spend time and talk to each other. It was cool how you have that wireless wi-fi that everything you take from your camera gets transported to your laptop right away.^^

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      2010/07/08 15:59
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Likewise, it was great meeting you too~

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    PikaChika in Las Vegas, NV USA [www]
    2010/07/08 15:38
    Registered on 2010/06/24. Student
     

    She looks wonderful. Thank you for taking her pic, Wolf. <3

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      2010/07/08 15:59
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Of course, it was great meeting you. I will be sure to stop by DoA when you got that place setup for the AX meet :3

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        PikaChika in Las Vegas, NV USA [www]
        2010/07/08 16:01
        Registered on 2010/06/24. Student
         

        There is one already set up on the doll meet up. It was created by someone else.

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          2010/07/09 01:08
          Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
           

          Already? I guess I will go take a look.

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    PikaChika in Las Vegas, NV USA [www]
    2010/07/08 16:00
    Registered on 2010/06/24. Student
     

    I am glad to have met you, Wolf. :D

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    GabrielVH in United Kingdom [www]
    2010/07/08 17:26
    Registered on 2010/02/16. Digital Designer / Developer / Photographer / Fi...
     

    Looks like an awesome trip ^^
    Wish I could have attended.... somehow XD

    Great photos Wolf, love all the personal shots with Kiriha, such as the mirror and bed photos ^^
    It's good to see such a large gathering of parents and daughters in one place like this too!

    Volks USA'a photo area looks great too, what did they have to say to you / about Kiriha?

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      2010/07/09 01:08
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It was a great opportunity to meet some of the friends I have made here. Yes, I am fairly happy with the result of the various photo sessions. The bedside photo is definitely one of my favorites out of the bunch.

      I have contacted Volks USA before I made the trip so they were expecting me, we had a good conversation and it was great to finally learn the faces after communicating with them over email for so long.

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    mog-mogu in Saitama, Japan
    2010/07/08 23:56
    Registered on 2010/06/30. Graduate student
     

    Nice!
    I've got Mio,and I want all the characters!

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    Smithy in Neo-Venezia [www]
    2010/07/10 00:25
    Registered on 2008/05/20. ~Undine~
     

    Love this shot, it's spot on, really terrific photo. ^^

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      2010/07/10 00:58
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      It's my fantasy photo :3

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    Sinistra in Bay Area, California [www]
    2010/07/10 00:26
    Registered on 2007/06/04. Struggling artist, gunpla builder, dollfie owner
     

    Sweet post! Looking at the pics you took I feel like i should have taken them out around the con area more and take pics.

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      2010/07/10 00:58
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Well, I was more interested in taking Kiriha around the con than the con itself. Glad you like the pics :3

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        Sinistra in Bay Area, California [www]
        2010/07/10 02:03
        Registered on 2007/06/04. Struggling artist, gunpla builder, dollfie owner
         

        Haha, I know what you mean. I feel like I was enjoying events outside of the con more than the con itself.

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          2010/07/10 02:12
          Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
           

          I sorta wished I stayed at JW instead of the further one, I might even be able to skip the carrying bag all together and just carry Kiriha around. Carrying all the gear around the whole time really wore me down.

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            Sinistra in Bay Area, California [www]
            2010/07/10 02:20
            Registered on 2007/06/04. Struggling artist, gunpla builder, dollfie owner
             

            My friends and I felt the same way, especially with the $30 weekend shuttle pass and all. So we decided the JW was a better choice. We actually saved money by staying at the JW even though it cost more.

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              2010/07/10 02:38
              Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
               

              I got the 4-Day pass so shuttle was free and I stayed for 4 nights so the cost would be quite a bit higher if I had stayed at JW. However, my perspective had changed since the event due to carrying all the gear around. If I ever come to AX again, I would definitely pick a closer hotel.

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                Sinistra in Bay Area, California [www]
                2010/07/10 03:09
                Registered on 2007/06/04. Struggling artist, gunpla builder, dollfie owner
                 

                Yeah definitely being within walking distance of the con area is a plus. Guess you got a ton of good experience from going to AX.

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                2010/07/10 05:08
                Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
                 

                Yeah, I think I have learned my lesson this time XD. Plus I am going to want to go to a different hotel next time for different photo shoot!

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    Yuuichi-kun in San Diego, CA [www]
    2010/07/10 07:05
    Registered on 2008/08/19. Obsessive figma Collector
     

    hee hee I see my reflection in one of those shots ;)

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      2010/07/10 08:00
      Registered on 2009/01/28. Mechanical Engineer, 路過的Kamen Rider, Dollfie...
       

      Yes indeed! Thank you bro, for the ride.


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