Another year, another New York Comic Con! We’re excited to return in 2026 to hang out with our East Coast fans. Read on to see what activities and merch we have in store for New York.

PANELS & SIGNINGS

Saturday, October 10, 2026


NARUTO Signing
Saturday 10:45 am–12:15 pm | Private signing area

Meet Japanese voice actors Junko Takeuchi (Naruto) and Noriaki Sugiyama (Sasuke) in this special signing.

Note: This signing requires a pre-show ticket. Location details will be shared with ticket holders. Learn more on the New York Comic Con website.

VIZ Originals and the Future Superstars of Manga!
Saturday 12:45 pm–1:30 pm | Room 408

A behind-the-scenes look at creating new manga! Join Samuel Sattin, the bestselling author of UNICO AWAKENING, as he discusses the development and inspiration behind his new manga, LYNX. Then, watch renowned artist Acky Bright draw live on stage as he speaks with his editor, Hisashi SASAKI, about the creation of the new sports manga sci-fi epic GALAXIC BASEBALL LEAGUE. Includes special giveaways.

GalaXic Baseball League Signing
Saturday 2:15 pm–3:45 pm | NYCC Autographs Area, Hall 1A

Get a free signed shikishi from creator Acky Bright. Please arrive at the signing in Hall 1A 15 minutes prior to the start time. One signature per person.

LYNX Signing
Saturday 4:00 pm–5:00 pm | NYCC Autographs Area, Hall 1A

Join writer Samuel Sattin and artist tokitokoro at this signing event. Please arrive at the signing in Hall 1A 15 minutes prior to the start time. One signature per person.

NARUTO: What's Next?
Saturday 5:00 pm–6:00 pm | Empire Stage

Join us for an exclusive look at what’s next for NARUTO with our guests, voice actors Junko Takeuchi (Naruto Uzumaki) and Noriaki Sugiyama (Sasuke Uchiha)! Get the latest updates on the anime, the NARUTO CARD GAME, and other exciting new projects. Plus, be among the first to see the new roadmap for the future of the NARUTO universe! Don’t miss your chance to receive a special door giveaway, while supplies last.

Sunday, October 11, 2026


GalaXic Baseball League Signing
Sunday 2:15 pm–3:45 pm | NYCC Autographs Area, Hall 1A

Get a free signed shikishi from creator Acky Bright. Please arrive at the signing in Hall 1A 15 minutes prior to the start time. One signature per person.

VIZ BOOTH #2235







Come to Booth #2235 for convention-exclusive Shonen Jump Store merch, early-release items, exclusive gifts with purchase, and more!

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 


Hirayasumi Anime – Exclusive Early Look at Episode 1
7 PM | Japan Society
333 East 47th Street New York, NY 10017

Join us at the Japan Society for a preview screening of the first episode of Hirayasumi three months before it airs in Japan. You’ll be seeing an exclusive preview version of the anime that’s still undergoing finishing touches, straight from the animation team at Production +h.

This screening will be followed by a Q&A with Producer Junichi Katsutani and Composer Kaori Sawada.

Purchase tickets and learn more on the Japan Society website.

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