Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who or what organization is behind TouhouFest?
A: TouhouFest will be organized by The AMP Organization, a non-profit based out of Los Angeles. It is staffed by a group of dedicated volunteers. See the ‘Team’ section for more details.
Q: Are you affiliated with Reitaisai, or any past Touhou events?
A: No, we are not affiliated with Reitaisai nor any other Touhou-focused event, past or present.
Q: Are you going to host gaming tournaments at TouhouFest?
A: Yes! At the moment, we announced 3 of the official Touhou multiplayer titles; Touhou 9 : PoFV, Touhou 12.3 Hisoutensoku, and Touhou 15.5 AoCF. We also have a Rivals of Aether Workshop event themed around Touhou characters and stages! Sign up here!
Q: Will there be a cosplay masquerade?
A: Yes, we will have a cosplay contest consisting of walk-ons similar to a fashion show. Learn more about it here!
Q: Are you going to be inviting music guests?
A: Yes, we have a number of music guests present at the event! Find out more here.
Q: How will the event be managed and funded?
A: We have a system in place to oversee the distribution of funds with reviews and checks and balances. The committee reviews all contracts and oversees the actions of all the staff. The event is funded by AMP, donations, badge sales, seller space sales, and merch sales. We will be looking into getting sponsors and grants for additional funding.
Q: How far is the venue from LAX?
A: About 11 miles or a 17 min drive.
Q: Is cosplaying required?
A: No, but we strongly encourage it! We also encourage attendees to wear/bring traditional yukatas and kimonos.
Q: Is the venue ADA accessible?
A: Yes! The TCAC is completely ADA and wheelchair accessible!
Q: Are there any guidelines related to COVID concerns?
A: The TouhouFest Team has decided that we will be enforcing the wearing of masks indoors, in crowded areas such as the gaming hall, panel rooms, and concerts. Masks are optional when outdoors. Masks may be medical or cloth based and MUST be worn properly (ie: covering mouth and nose) except when actively eating, drinking, or performing. However, we still recommend taking any meals outdoors.
We also ask all attendees and guests to maintain basic hygiene throughout the event. Our staff will have extra masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer available. We will also be wiping down areas of high contact. Our job is to run the best possible event given our limitations while also being safe.
We do not make this decision lightly and, after much discussion, have determined that this is the best compromise for not only protecting our attendees and guests but our staff as well.
Q: Will there be food at the event?
A: We will be inviting several food trucks to the venue. There are several eateries nearby within a 15 min walk of the venue and there is plenty of space to eat food outside. Don’t worry Yuyuko.
Q: What if we find or lost an item during the event?
A: If you find something we ask that you return it to Con-Ops. Conversely if you lose something, please check with Con-Ops.
Q: Can we bring itasha cars?
A: Yes! We won’t have a space to properly display them, but you are welcome to park it near the venue!
Q: Are questionable materials (R-18) being explicitly shown at the event?
A: R-18 materials are allowed to be sold at the event. All R-18 materials MUST be covered, sealed and out of sight unless someone with valid proof of ID with a birthdate intends to purchase.
Q: Are we allowed to bring skateboards/bicycles/scooters?
A: Yes, please place and lock bicycles at bike racks. Skateboards and scooters may be checked in at Con-Ops.
Q: Will AI generated art be permitted at the event?
A: AI generated artwork is prohibited from being sold and displayed by guests and vendors at TouhouFest. AI art is defined as 'any art that is artificially generated by a machine'. Any seller/artist caught selling or displaying AI art WILL be asked to remove the image(s) and may be asked to leave without a refund.
The TouhouFest Team DOES NOT support the use of AI Art on the premises or displayed within the confines of the venue. We believe in compensating our artists for their work and their contributions to the community.
Q: Will there be a TouhouFest hosted outside of Los Angeles?
A: Due to the current constraints on the organization (i.e. manpower, logistics, funding, etc.), it is infeasible for us to host the event out of Los Angeles in the foreseeable future.
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