Registration
In order to attend JMoF 2025, you are required to register. You have two options: pre-registration and on-site registration.
Registration Information
JMoF 2025 will conduct registrations as follows:
- Please register only if you fully understand and agree to all the terms outlined, such as “Terms of Participation”.
- Participants who wish to stay overnight are requested to make their own room reservations.
- Use of the changing rooms in the venue, selling in the Dealer’s Room, and participation in the Dead Dog Party requires a prior application and an additional fee.
Registration Periods (JST timezone)
Pre-registration
- Start: From September 21st (Sat.), 2024, at 21:00.
- End: On November 17th (Sun.), 2024, at 23:59.
Note: Room reservations for the convention hotel are scheduled to begin on October 19th (Sat.), 2024, at 20:00 (JST). (Those who pre-registered with the VERSE JUMPER participation tier will be informed of their advance reservation separately.)
Note: The pre-registration application for the VERSE JUMPER participation tier will be open from 21:00 on September 21st (Sat.), 2024, to September 28th (Sat.), 2024, 23:59.
On-Site Registration (Tentative)
- January 10th (Fri./Day 1), 2025, 16:00 – 20:00
- January 11th (Sat./Day 2), 2025, 10:00 – 20:00
- January 12th (Sun./Day 3), 2025, 10:00 – 18:00
Note: On-site registration will be handled at the JMoF registration desk (Loisir Hotel Toyohashi Hall Lobby).
Participation Tiers
There are five types of participation tiers: “MEMBER (One Day)”, “MEMBER (All Days)”, “SPONSOR”, “SUPERSPONSOR”, and “VERSE JUMPER”, which differ in terms of participation fees, and participation perks. All tiers except “MEMBER (One Day)” allow you to participate in the entirety of JMoF 2025.
Regular Participation Tiers
MEMBER (One Day): 5,000 JPY
This is the regular participation tier, which allows you to attend one day of your choice during JMoF 2025.
Note: One day member registrations can only be made on-site.
MEMBER (All Days): 9,000 JPY
This is the regular participation tier, which will allow you to attend all days of JMoF 2025.
Note: You do not have to register if you want to attend only on January 10th (Fri./Day 1), 2025.
Note: Child rates apply to participants 13 years of age and younger. For more details, please refer to “Participation of Minors/Children” below.
Participation Tiers with Perks
At JMoF, for those who would like to support us in our continuation of convention operations, we are offering participation tiers with perks as shown below.
SPONSOR: 20,000 JPY
In addition to being able to participate in all days of JMoF 2025, Sponsors will receive the following perks.
- Official JMoF T-Shirt
- Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room
- Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 credit roll
SUPERSPONSOR: 30,000 JPY
In addition to being able to participate in all days of JMoF 2025, Supersponsors will receive the following perks, which also includes sponsor privileges.
- Official JMoF T-Shirt
- Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room (earlier than Sponsors)
- One lunch voucher to use at the restaurants in the convention hotel
- Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 credit roll
- Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 Conbook
VERSE JUMPER:100,000 JPY
We have set up the “VERSE JUMPER” participation tier for this year’s convention, for those who have the means to strongly support our beloved JMoF 2025.
Note: VERSE JUMPER registration is now closed. Thank you very much to everyone who signed up.
Note|This tier can only be registered during pre-registration, and is limited to 50 people. In order to register as a VERSE JUMPER, you will need to apply for the VERSE JUMPER participation tier lottery. For more information, please see the below “Important Points on VERSE JUMPER Registration” section.
In addition to being able to participate in all days of JMoF 2025, VERSE JUMPERs will receive the following perks, including the right to make advance reservations at the convention hotel.
- Official JMoF T-Shirt (Exclusive design for VERSE JUMPER)
- Priority admission to the Dealer’s Room (earlier than Sponsors)
- One lunch voucher to use at the restaurants in the convention hotel
- Front row priority seating for official stage events
- Priority positions in the two front rows for the fursuit group photo (limited to fursuiters)
- Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 credit roll
- Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 Conbook
- Advance reservation at the convention hotel (Reservation Period: October 12th (Sat.), 2024 - October 17th (Thu.), 2024)
Note: Only 1 room can be reserved. Includes suites and Japanese-style rooms. Reservation instructions will be emailed to you upon completion of your pre-registration of the VERSE JUMPER participation tier.
Note: Your name will be listed in the JMoF 2025 credit roll and Conbook (based on the information registered as of November 26th (Tue.), 2024)
Note: The above perks cannot be applied to anyone other than the applicant. In addition, some of the perks may not be available to those who register on-site.
Important Points on VERSE JUMPER Registration
Note|This tier can only be registered during pre-registration, and is limited to 50 people. In order to register as a VERSE JUMPER, you will need to apply for the VERSE JUMPER participation tier lottery.
VERSE JUMPER Participation Tier Lottery Application
The application for the VERSE JUMPER participation tier lottery will be open from 21:00 on September 21st (Sat.), 2024, to September 28th (Sat.), 2024, 23:59 (JST).
For those who wish to apply for the VERSE JUMPER participation tier lottery, please carry out the below steps on the pre-registration form.
- Please select one participation tier from MEMBER (All Days), SPONSOR, or SUPERSPONSOR. You will temporarily be registered as this participation tier.
- Please check the checkbox that says “Apply for the VERSE JUMPER Participation Tier”.
At the time of registration, your selected participation tier’s fee (along with the fees of any selected options) will be withdrawn from the credit card. After your registration has been confirmed, a guidance email will be sent that will discuss how to pay the difference in your registered tier’s participation fee and that of the VERSE JUMPER participation fee.
From October 2nd (Wed.), to October 4th (Fri.) 2024, we will ask you to do authorization hold procedures for payment of the difference between the participation tier you already paid for and the VERSE JUMPER participation. The actual payment of this difference will only be carried out for those selected in the lottery (or, in the case where max capacity was not reached, all who applied for the VERSE JUMPER tier), and will be withdrawn from the provided credit card between October 6th (Sun.) and October 7th (Mon.), 2024.
Note: Please confirm ahead of time that there is enough of an available limit for the credit card being used. If the authorization hold mentioned above was not successfully granted, you will not be eligible to be included in the lottery.
Note: If the above authorization hold procedures are not carried out, you will not be eligible to be included in the lottery.
Note: If you were not selected in the lottery, the authorization hold will be automatically removed at a later date. Note that the removal date will be different depending on the credit card used.
[Examples of Payments]
- At time of registration: SUPERSPONSER (30,000 JPY) + Dead Dog Party participation fee (8,000 JPY) = 38,000 JPY payment will be conducted
- If selected in the lottery: VERSE JUMPER (100,000 JPY) - SUPERSPONSOR (30,000 JPY) = 70,000 JPY payment will be conducted
- If not selected in the lottery: No payment (same case if the authorization hold was not granted, or if the proper procedures were not filled out)
VERSE JUMPER Participation Tier Lottery
(October 4th (Fri.), 2024, update) If the number of applicants exceeds capacity, a lottery will be held after 18:00 on October 5th (Sat.), 2024 (JST). The lottery will be live-streamed on our JMoF Official YouTube Channel.
- If you were selected, you will be registered as the VERSE JUMPER participation tier. Please note in advance that if selected, registration for this tier cannot be changed into another tier or cancelled.
- If you were not selected, then you will be registered as whatever participation tier you decided on during pre-registration.
Note: If max capacity of the number of applicants is not reached, at the end of the day on October 4th (Fri.), 2024, the above section regarding “if you were selected” in the lottery will be automatically applied.
*Note: For details regarding changes or cancellations of participation tiers, and regarding refunds, please visit the “Policies for Payment, Cancellations, and Refunds” page. *
Participation of Minors/Children
Minors (under 18 years old) are welcome to participate in JMoF. However, in addition to the JMoF rules and regulations, you must abide by all laws and regulations that apply to youth (under 18) and minors. In particular, please pay attention to the following:
- Please get permission from your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) to attend JMoF.
- When registering for JMoF, please provide emergency contact information (phone number) of your parent or guardian.
- Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend. A parent or guardian must be the one to register for the convention.
MEMBER (Child Fee)
For the regular participation tier (MEMBER), we have also set rates for children.
- MEMBER (Children from 6 to 13 years old): 3,000 JPY
- MEMBER (Children under 6 years old): free entrance
Note: Children with this tier may participate in all days of JMoF 2025.
Note: Child rates apply based on the age of the child on the day of the convention.
Room Reservations
Participants who wish to stay overnight are requested to make their own room reservations. For details, please see the “Room Reservation” page. Please note that the JMoF Executive Committee doesn’t handle any reservations.
Facilities and Events Tied to Pre-Registration
Changing Rooms
At JMoF 2025, changing rooms that require pre-registration will be available at the venue for an extra fee. In order to use the venue’s changing rooms, you will need to apply for changing room usage, and pay the changing room usage fee.
If you are interested in using the changing rooms, please fill out the Changing Room Application Form. You can also access the form from the link provided in the confirmation email sent upon completion of your pre-registration.
For details, please see the “Changing Room” page.
Dealer’s Room
The Dealer’s Room will open on January 12th (Sun./Day 3), 2025. In order to have a booth in the Dealer’s Room, you must pre-register, register as a dealer in the Dealer’s Room, and pay the Dealer’s Room application fee.
If you are interested in participating as a dealer, please fill out the Dealer’s Room Application Form. You can access the form from the link provided in the confirmation email sent upon completion of your pre-registration.
For details about the Dealer’s Room, please see the “Dealer’s Room” page.
Dead Dog Party
On the night of January 12th (Sun./Day 3), 2025, after the closing ceremonies, the crew will gather the rest of their strength to present you with our stand-up dinner party known as the Dead Dog Party! Join us for food, drinks, and fun! To attend, you must sign up in advance and pay the participation fee.
For more details, please see the “Dead Dog Party” page.
Registration Change/Cancellation
The procedure for changing/canceling your registration and the refund amount will vary depending on the participation tier and the date of the change/cancellation. For details, please see the “Policies for Payment, Cancellations, and Refunds” page.
Donations
If you would like to graciously contribute to our funding to host and operate JMoF, whether or not you’re planning to participate, you will be able to donate from the "Donation Form". The donations you provide are able to assist in the JMoF Executive Committee’s activities.
Note: Please be aware that we will not be able to accept donations on the days of the convention.
Note: Whether or not JMoF is held, please note in advance that donations are not eligible for a refund.
How to Pre-register
Please follow the instructions below to register. Please note that you will not be fully registered until payment is completed.
You will be able to access the Pre-Registration form from the “Start Pre-registration” buttons located on both the top and bottom of this page.
Note: For details regarding registration, please see the “Registration Information” section shown above.
1. Check the Verification Email
On both the top and bottom parts of this page, when you click the “Start Pre-registration” button, the start page will be opened. On the start page, you will register your email address in order to prevent the non-arrival of emails due to filtering, etc.
Please enter your email address to register. A verification email will be sent with a link to the pre-registration form.
2. Fill out the Form
Please enter all required information on the pre-registration form. Please be sure to include your name and address for identity verification, and also so that we can issue your registration materials, including your con-badge and other necessary items.
Note: In past years, there have been many cases of failed con-badge deliveries due to incorrect or missing information on the registration form. When entering your information, please make sure that the entire address, including the name of the building, apartment number, etc., is entered correctly.
Note: For more information regarding the use of your personal information, please see the “Privacy Policy” page.
3. Send Payment
Participation Fees
The participation fee varies depending on the participation tier.
- MEMBER (All Days): 9,000 JPY
- Children from 6 to 13 years old: 3,000 JPY
- Under 6 years old: free entrance
- SPONSOR: 20,000 JPY
- SUPERSPONSOR: 30,000 JPY
- VERSE JUMPER: 100,000 JPY
Note: All levels above are memberships for all days. One day member registrations can only be made on-site.
Note: Child rates apply based on the age of the child on the day of the convention.
Note: For more information about participation tiers and the participation of minors/children, please see the “Registration Information” section above.
Note: VERSE JUMPER registration is now closed. Thank you very much to everyone who signed up.
Payment Method
We only accept credit card payments for the participation fee. Please note that we do not accept payment by bank transfer.
Accepted credit cards are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover. Debit cards and prepaid cards of the above brands are also accepted.
Here are some examples for prepaid cards we accept:
- V-Preca (application: available to those who are over the age of 18)
- WebMoney Card (Japanese) (application: those under 20 years of age may apply with parental consent.)
After submitting the form, if there is no issue with the card information, the payment is automatically completed. A payment confirmation email will be sent immediately upon receipt of your payment.
Note: Please see the “Credit Card Transactions” section of the “Privacy Policy” page for details on how your credit card information is handled.
Note: If you do not receive any payment confirmation email within one day after submitting your payment, please send us a message through the “Contact” page.
4. Receiving your Registration Items (Con-badge)
You can check the pre-registration information in the confirmation email sent to you upon completion of your pre-registration.
For Those Living in Japan
If you live in Japan, your registration items and convention badge will be mailed to your registered address by December 8th (Sun.), 2024. Please keep them in a safe place and do not forget to bring the con-badge with you on the days of the convention.
- Delivery is expected to be completed by December 14th (Sat.), 2024. Please note that the actual delivery date may vary depending on the destination area.
- If any registration items are missing (such as lacking some participation perks), please contact us by December 20th (Fri.), 2024. We will be able to pass you the correct items on the days of the convention.
- If you haven’t received your con-badge by December 14th (Sat.), 2024, please make sure to contact us by December 20th (Fri.), 2024.
Note: If you do not contact us by the above date, we cannot re-issue your con-badge with your name printed on it.
Note: Participation perks such as T-shirts will be sent in the same envelope.
For Those Living outside Japan
Attendees living overseas will receive their con-badge at the JMoF registration desk in the hall lobby on the days of the convention. Please bring and show your government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport) and pick up your con-badge and other items.
Reception (badge pickup) hours are as follows:
- January 10th (Fri./Day 1), 2025, 16:00 – 20:00
- January 11th (Sat./Day 2), 2025, 10:00 – 20:00
- January 12th (Sun./Day 3), 2025, 10:00 – 18:00
Registration Change/Cancellation
The procedure for changing/canceling registration and the refund amount will vary depending on the participation tier and the date of the change/cancelation. For details, please see the “Policies for Payment, Cancellations, and Refunds” page.
On-site Registration Process
Please follow the steps below carefully and complete the registration form on the day of the event at the JMoF registration desk.
The On-site Registration Form can be accessed by scanning the QR code posted near the JMoF registration desk during the convention with your smartphone/tablet device.
Note: For details regarding registration, please see the “Registration Information” section above.
1. Check the Verification Email
When you scan the posted QR Code near the JMoF registration desk on the days of the convention with your smartphone or tablet, the start page will be opened. On the start page, you will register your email address in order to prevent the non-arrival of emails due to filtering, etc.
After registering your email address on the start page, a verification email will be sent with a link to the on-site registration form.
2. Fill out the Form
Please enter all required information on the On-site registration form. In order to verify your identify, please also put your full name.
Note: For more information regarding the use of your personal information, please see the “Privacy Policy” page.
3. Show the confirmation page for the On-site Registration
At the JMoF registration desk, please show the On-Site Registration Confirmation page that appears after you submit the On-Site Registration Form or in the confirmation email sent to the email address you provided.
Reception Time
- January 10th (Fri./Day 1), 2025, 16:00 – 20:00
- January 11th (Sat./Day 2), 2025, 10:00 – 20:00
- January 12th (Sun./Day 3), 2025, 10:00 – 18:00
Reception Location
JMoF Registration Desk, Hall Lobby, Loisir Hotel Toyohashi
4. Payment
After submitting the completed registration form, please pay the participation fee. The price varies, depending on the registration tier.
Registration Tiers
- MEMBER (One Day): 5,000 JPY
- MEMBER (All Days): 9,000 JPY
- Children from 6 to 13 years old: 3,000 JPY
- Under 6 years old: free entrance
- SPONSOR: 20,000 JPY
- SUPERSPONSOR: 30,000 JPY
Note: You do not have to register if you want to attend only on January 10th (Fri./Day 1), 2025.
Note: Child rates apply based on the age of the child on the day of the convention.
Note: For more information about participation tiers and the participation of minors/children, please see the “Registration Information” section above.
Payment Method
We accept cash, credit card payments and prepaid transportation IC cards (Suica, PASMO, etc.) for the participation fee.
Credit Card Payments
Accepted credit cards are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover. Debit cards and prepaid cards of the above brands are also accepted.
Here are some examples of prepaid cards we accept:
- V-Preca (application: available to Those who are over the age of 18)
- WebMoney Card (Japanese) (application: those under 20 years of age may apply with parental consent)
After entering all necessary information and submitting the payment form, a confirmation email will be sent to you once payment has been received and processed.
Note: Please see the “Credit Card Transactions” section of the “Privacy Policy” page for details on how your credit card information is handled.
Note: If a confirmation email does not arrive after a period of time after payment, please let a staff member know at the JMoF registration desk.
Electronic Money Payments
The electronic money payments that are able to be used are QUICPay, iD, and Apple Pay. Prepaid IC cards that are able to be used are Suica, PASMO, Kitaca, TOICA, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, and Hayakaken.
Note: PayPay and PiTaPa cannot be used.
5. Receive your Registration Items (Con-badge)
You will receive your registration items and con-badge at the JMoF registration desk after payment is received.