I Tried Becoming A Pro Cosplayer In Japan

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I tried becoming a pro cosplayer in Japan for a day, and it was not easy or cheap. I did Hiro from Darling In The Franxx.
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[@captaiawesome2260]

He literally skipped out on getting a Jojo cosplay just to match Kaho’s cosplay series. What a friend.

[@axolotllan]

Honestly, when he was saying "we should do this again, maybe some more manly character" felt like he was hint hinting he should go there for a JoJo character...

[@dragtrunks]

@@axolotllan Ah yes, Connor cosplaying as Speedwagon.

[@chopin31415]

I think, with his shaved face, he would make a great Pesci, as we can see from him wearing the "mammoni" shirt

[@axolotllan]

@@chopin31415 Nooooo... so mean we should make him do kakyoin - he wants to be Dio but so many terrible, wonderful, cursed things!~

[@ArianaCapraro]

☹️I hope his next cosplay is a more comfortable and fun experience for him. I can’t believe he missed out on a $1000 JOJO character cosplay! Next time!

[@mysticanimation22]

You should certainly do this again with a character more your stature. Maybe Ichigo Kurosaki, Vash the Stampede (Which would be super expensive) Oh I know, Speedwagon

[@soradev3254]

He actually would suit speedwagon

[@RageMasterSlow]

if he cosplays as Ichigo Kurosaki, I think I'll be gay for Connor lmao

[@raine8813]

tbh i was thinking sebastian from black butler tho

[@justingrabow2527]

Well, a Jojo Char seem like the choice to do!

[@rey0677]

OML connor would be great as ichigo

[@株式会社ロッシュ]

HI! I'm ROCHE. Thank you for making the costume this time. and we enjoyed watching the video!

[@Klerj]

Good Job

[@EthanThomson]

oh god damn do you guys do commissions for just helmets?

[@Flint404]

Very cool!

[@alexander1989x]

Spectacular job, guys!

[@InternetDweller009]

Amazing work!!

[@rockyinabox3239]

Can we just take a second to talk about how perfect Connor would look in an actually decent cosplay of Loid Forger from Spy x Family? Like it would actually be perfect- Edit. Ayo mom I'm famous

[@margaritamalinao8867]

frrr

[@The_Sun_Praiser]

Oh No dont get me hyped up

[@okamitaXwolfymetal]

Yes.

[@wholesomesalt5135]

Yooooooooooo (so smart! SO FITTING!)

[@Jbunnysmile]

OMG HE WOULD

[@germwarfare]

The funniest and probably the most ironic thing about this is that Connor could pull off an amazing Sebastian Michaelis cosplay lmfao

[@soysauce6774]

OMG I just searched it they look the same omg

[@theresacherco3503]

Yeah I would like to see Him as Sebastian

[@urlocal3hit528]

EXACTLY

[@elkiurrem95]

He already did but it looked aight

[@adeaoud3404]

I NEED IT

[@TheShuckmeister]

"Posing is not really my thing." Connor, you're a JoJo fan. You're naturally predisPOSEd for this

[@i_liketocausewarsincomments]

dang hi shuck ily

[@featherycoffee1401]

The DadJokester

[@Redpandak-]

E

[@Kabra2012]

100%, if he did a JoJo cosplay as his starting point, he'd break KZbin

[@moonlight_wolfiez2667]

@@Kabra2012 IKR

[@generalartist420]

Connor needed help with professional cosplay and Kaho simply said, "I'm a regular here. Come with me." Edit: I have now caught some of y'all being down bad, like medieval french sewers down bad.

[@Winter2025]

And it worked !! Regular moment

[@ruleoftwo6550]

Kaho fine AF. Makes me miss being stationed in Okinawa. Bruh.

[@Towkeeyoh]

That should just be her regular opening greeting

Imma keep it real with you if she sat down on my lap like that I'd be bursting out of the goddamn trousers!

[@kosmic100]

@.... yo.... what

[@Cordolliah]

Can I just say Connor looks soo cute beardless and in cosplay makeup??? 🥺

[@redteayoutube]

No, ur tweakin

[@kawaiidevilchuu361]

Yes he's sooo hot T_T and handsome!

[@jozefmazef]

​@@redteayoutube it's the 93%

[@lordofuwus7735]

Connor with beard: I am a man of charisma and masculinity Connor without beard: I have the body of a 30 year old and the face of a prepubescent teenager

[@Wyrmnax]

No beard Connor belongs in a bl anime

[@justinyu5892]

and thats why Mouse lost it when she saw clean faced Connor

[@poke3534]

His name is yoshikage kira

[@mitsukihain]

@@Wyrmnax so true hahaha I was like DAMN who is he XD

[@King-bl8oe]

I dont think Connor realises that he isnt ugly, he just didnt choose a fitting character. I mean as an adult man it would be hard for most people to pull it off but he still managed to do a good job at it.

[@archangelofcoffee922]

There's a lot of female cosplayers and trans men cosplayers in the west that can pulk these off.

[@sspiker]

Yup, the RIGHT character and he would have many drooling over him. *coughs maybe me*

[@insideseptiplieredits1186]

He honestly fit the character, it's just that he doesn't have the features of an asian which is what he was comparing to. I think that if he didn't compare himself to the asian character, he could have more fun with it.

[@MTheoOA]

''isn't ugly'' is so soft man. He's pretty beautiful overall.

[@MissPoplarLeaf]

I actually think he looked very pretty!! He's got good features overall and the makeup took him up to the next level

[@hannahschmitt8442]

Kaho and you as a couple of “humble bounty hunters”. A Spike and Faye cosplay would be pretty cool.

[@Renogade]

I was thinking the same thing! He does have the badass face for it, right?

[@wiktorszymczak4760]

+1

[@horchatatee5407]

YESSS

[@RiaMilktea]

Yess

[@abstractmonstrosity6757]

Now this would be sick asf.

[@nadinebrandt2021]

Connor often seems to talk/feel so bad about himself, I feel bad for him. He's such a good looking man, but doesn't realizes it. I hope someday he does.

[@katcookwontcook8945]

It’s the British way!

[@hendo337]

English people are only allowed to self deprecate, even when they know it's untrue they feel it's more endearing.

[@yhusandia]

@Anth Romer really?? XD

[@doomy_doomy2225]

Men in general just compared to him I am short and I know I am not good looking. Idk what my wife sees.

[@_marou_]

@@doomy_doomy2225 well obviously she sees more than what you see, maybe you're fun and is her missing piece, sometimes it's not always about the looks. Maybe you just rizzed her up

[@AlexMoukalaMusic]

My dude, you're a charming and good looking man even when you're not being photographed by a professional photographer! The photographer did a great job, but the "source material" is already great. 🙌🏾

[@ZeroChanceLance]

Ayy didn’t expect you to be here

[@Memecious]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5-5n4Ofh9qegdU

[@jake-wi4gi]

he just looks better in a wig

[@dewaeryadi7776]

Aaay, the legend

[@sigsin1]

Oh totally. And when he shaves he’s a pretty girl. He just has to remember to include his legs.

[@sissypissyrapper23]

Dude you aren't kidding. Mad respect to anyone who makes their own cosplays AND spend hours at CONs.

[@JayTDemi]

Dude Kaho always looks like she's stoked to be alive. Like every video she's in she's just excited to share another place that she loves.

[@lemurpie9381]

And Connor is the exact opposite

[@Andy-up5fc]

Kaho is living the life I wish I could. I'm really, really curious now if there's anything she's suggested that Connor hasn't done, because I imagine it'd be some crazy stuff lol

[@kl.1955]

@@Andy-up5fc are you sure about that

[@ExcuseMee]

What the fuck Connor looks hella good in this??? DO MORE PLEASE

[@simonschnedl]

"Guy who cosplays for a living gets his first proper cosplay."

[@Roland7c6]

Mad lad go to make costume cosplaying as Shirou Emiya

[@carmypanda]

Kaho just goes around random, interesting places in Japan daily and becomes a regular in all of them. She's living her best life.

[@JustAnNPC69]

She’s a living SoL

[@hamtaru]

she's honestly the best kind of friend to have

[@A-SUS]

Sounds like npc

[@diro999]

"Kaho is such a natural at this." He says to the model with like 10 years experience.

[@Loguer]

She's just a regular here

[@fightingspirit7960]

Not to mention she used to be on camera a LOT..

[@pasta1549]

@@fightingspirit7960 yeah…..

[@furryhunter8897]

@@fightingspirit7960 wdym

[@toniotrussardi8126]

@@furryhunter8897 adult content

[@mattyi7731]

Respectfully, without the wig, Connor kinda looks like Captain America

[@TinMan445]

Before he got the super soldier serum lol

[@molilollen4853]

@@TinMan445 nah Connor's way more than that

[@simonr4773]

He got that ass as well 😆

[@fictionalMermaid]

@@TinMan445don’t disrespect his dump truck

[@Rayjii]

connor without a beard is ....very odd to see LMAO

[@R0g-4545]

It feels wrong

[@antniomanso]

baby monke

[@bloop4204]

I like it

[@Maniacman2030]

I wish I could look as young he does without a beard. This guy is just... something.

[@onedaybanana3235]

it feels C R I N G E

[@WholeWheatPete]

I would love to see this with some Stone Ocean cosplays 👀

[@milktea6676]

KAWAII bread

[@llio8044]

He'd be great as Weather report or Father Pucci...

[@melodytune28]

Omg HEY Pete!!!!

[@glitchedgirI]

I think Jotaro's part 6 outfit is hella drip

[@sentienttoast1319]

Yup, Connor as jolyne but profesional

[@Micky4life]

DEFINITELY do another professional cosplay. Would want to see you again with a more mature character.

[@winxxee1965]

Yes! I would love to see sebastian

[@batzforlashez]

@@winxxee1965 THAT PART. 1000% agreed🏆

[@cosmostardust5624]

@@winxxee1965 hard agree

[@ethanbenner6995]

I’d agree with the two above me but I want to see the doctor or yoshikage Kira from Connor

[@linusmushroomtips776]

Kiryu Kazuma from Yakuza!!!

[@Skilent]

I was like NO WAY THAT'S CONNER ON THE THUMBNAIL. He literally looked so young and cute I was shocked he actually transformed so much like wtf!!! Why isn't more comments talking about this bruh

[@adrianaslund8605]

Makeup is cool.

[@Ultra_64]

I like to believe Kaho goes literally anywhere, says "I'm a regular here" and it's always true.

[@arkanterian4663]

The Kaho Everywhere system is getting out of hand. How long untill she starts popping up from underneath traffic cones?

[@cianvincentmaduay2599]

@@arkanterian4663 I see you are very cultured

[@wchan39]

@@arkanterian4663 Or showing up randomly as a police officer trying to arrest you.

[@Leroset]

@@arkanterian4663 “Connor-chan~~”

[@insideidentity]

I cant believe Connor treated his younger brother to a high quality cosplay such a loving brother

[@ALLmasked]

connor: "my face is not built to be an anime boy" me: "you look like BL char to me, that's somewhat an anime boy"

[@sj224]

Omg right??

[@NaniJapaneseForWhat]

bl to me is mangga whic is kinda related?

[@MIMINOSEC]

@@NaniJapaneseForWhat thats the point

[@Founderschannel123]

@@NaniJapaneseForWhat It is related

[@iyar220]

”How do you know how a BL character looks?"

[@ashtonhill2052]

I think the biggest insecurity Connor had was with posing, and as someone who does photography on the side and also does cosplaying on the side, I wanted to share a few tiny tips (even if he never sees it maybe someone will, hell I don't know) 1. get into the mind of the character. You aren't posing as you, you're posing as the character. Let yourself embrace them and posing will become more fluid. It's like acting, without words. 2. look at the first few takes. You'll find what you do or do not like: your arm may feel awkward or your smile isn't quite how you want it. 3. communicate with your crew! most likely the photographer already has a few ideas of what they want to photograph so try to get an idea while you're with them 4. have fun with it! the whole point is to giggle and laugh and feel like a different version of your kickass self! ps: you did wonderful Connor!

[@MyFedora]

As an amateur photographer, I know how important it is to make people feel at ease during a photoshoot. I'm really surprised to hear that Connor felt so uncomfortable and unsure of what to do during the entire session. It's hard to pinpoint exactly what went wrong, but I can only imagine the worst case scenario: Maybe the Japanese(?) photographer had never worked with English speakers, and didn't know English, forcing Connor to rely on a translator. That sounds like a nightmare. Or it could've been that the photographer wasn't experienced in directing and posing people, which is kind of their job, right? It's reasonable to expect professional photographers to help their models feel relaxed and guide them through the process. Whatever the case, it doesn't sound like an ideal situation at all.

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

"My body is quite different to that of a teenage boy in anime" Remember that time where you ate so much fried chicken you got heart palpitations?

[@v15mm]

Oh damn you're early

[@tacitus_]

That's every Thursday for me

[@keancyruscloma2853]

YOUR EVERYWHERE

[@naturngreen]

Bruh I just cackled so loud XD

[@minshookie427]

Oh cmon no need to bring that up 🤣🤣🤣

[@addymac6145]

*Connor:* “I look ugly at every angle” *Also Connor:* showing us multiple hot angles

[@codybellanca6852]

Seems like he's wearing... nothing at all... nothing at all...

[@dazaimaru5799]

Yeah damn, his body looked 🥵

[@conq1273]

Stupid sexy connor!

[@bush3126]

damn I just hate it when I fall for the body of a british middle aged man cosplaying as an anime character with his good japanese friend Kaho for the sake of content in the state of Japan.

[@vagrantastronaut]

@@bush3126 how is he "middle aged" 😭

[@YaBoiDingus]

Kaho seems like the coolest friend you could ask for. Glad to see her helping Connor come out his shell with the cosplay.

[@roguedragoon9212]

She is like the female japanese pornstar johnny sins she is everything

[@arzeey]

I love how Kaho is moving away from her past and making a separate identity for herself.

[@YaBoiDingus]

@@roguedragoon9212 She is everything and is a regular everywhere lol

[@liammahan4497]

@@arzeey the porn industry really is a toxic place at the end of the day, so its good shes away from it

[@witcherye]

i wish i was friends with her, she's really cool

[@ForeverWillIBeAPageDragon]

I think you'd really enjoy this whole process a bit more if you chose a character that really spoke to YOU. That's half the joy of cosplaying for me, seeing myself as a character I absolutely love. I would love to see you do this again with that in mind, love the video!

[@Mchannelw]

Connor is always so self-deprecating. He doesn’t know he’s actually good-looking! He even looked good in the maid cafe outfit, not joking at all.

[@surprisinglysam3728]

The self deprecation in this video is almost unbearable lol

[@zuckersaft9748]

@@surprisinglysam3728 yea but it's normal when u do something the first time while your friend know everything about it and do it for a long time with experience and stuff

[@jshu-_-]

Idk why I think he looked better in the maid cafe outfit.....something about bodysuits just doesn't look great to me

[@samuraijosh1595]

@@surprisinglysam3728 Yeah and I don't like how he always justify it saying..."It's just British humour haha, cynical and self-depreciating, the British way". God, it just makes me not want to visit the UK at all....lol

[@zenpie5093]

@@zuckersaft9748 when I tried my first professional Cosplay shooting I felt the same. I get why he’s so nervous and doesn’t feel comfortable. Suddenly you feel like you don’t know how to look good at all 😅 posing is hard and trying to act as the character at the same time makes it harder.

[@HyunjinnieSlave1205]

Connor, please dont be insecure. You really look handsome on that cosplay. It shocks me. You really look different in a good way

[@mikaelaw8725]

Right!!?? I feel like there needs to be a distinction made between a costume and the self. When he looks in those photos, he was right - that’s not him. That’s a cosplay of Hiro, and dang, it looks good.

[@Fxeye-ir9ck]

Yeah he looked great !

[@aiheki]

Makeup and a good photographer will do that to you

[@MTheoOA]

heck yeah, i would never look like this lol. Really nice

[@zvra]

chris > kaho obviously

[@starstreakalex7372]

Remember, it's cosplay, not an exact replica. the whole point is that YOU are the one becoming the charcter, so you should embrace how fucking good you look in the cosplay, because you look great

[@ede2362]

yeah and if you don´t know how to pose you could look at photos of the anime characters posing 👍

[@Flatcetera]

I think the caveat to this is that you should pick a makeup artist who knows how to work with your face. The cosplay was killer, but the makeup did not translate well on Connor’s features

[@theshevanel]

@@Flatcetera I have to disagree. In my opinion the makeup/wig was the best, most suiting part. I was skeptical going in, but I think the makeup artist killed it.

[@Flatcetera]

@@theshevanel it looks unnatural in a very unflattering way, like they were trying to hide “undesirable” features instead of making his face structure work for the cosplay. Also, and anyone is free to correct me if I’m wrong, but the way his jaw got blurred/edited in the final pics served… no one. I have to agree with him when he said if felt a lot like drag makeup(which can be great, didn’t fit this tho)

[@6omni6draconian6]

For me it goes both ways, either dress up as someone, or try to become someone's clone.

[@bellaloves2815]

I forget that Connor is literally only 2 years older than me cause he looks very mature and like a proper adult with his facial hair (suits him a lot!) but seeing him without it I was like “oh wait we are literally not that much different in age”. He looked awesome

[@genoveus]

Sir, that cosplay photo showed a “Tough Boy” turning into a “Pretty Boy”. Really well done, you should turn this into a series, high quality cosplay, since you’ve already done the budget/low quality cosplay series already.

[@shirowolff9147]

@@paper_knife but he can get sponsored from them, they'll profit a lot more if he recommends their stuff, its possible

[@vampigirlfriend]

it’s crazy how different Connor looks without the beard, i really hope his next cosplay can allow there to be a beard because i know he’d feel much more comfortable :)

[@GeremyG]

I looked away from the screen for a little bit and when I heard Kaho’s voice I immediately began laughing. I love that she just periodically takes over your channel.

[@lonpeng]

[@alexandraveloso9604]

I can't believe this guy thinks negatively about himself when he looked insanely handsome in AND out of the cosplay.in short,he is handsome.

[@wheenawina]

I think by choosing this "difficult" character, it shows how amazing these people with their works. Jojo would be easy fit for you but this boyish character made it possible that anyone could cosplay with professional help.

[@zainebhidoussi1498]

@@FigmentHF yea i think it took a lot of time and a lot of money just because you don't just buy it there and go ...it's made from scratch after taking his measurements ...and i guess maybe they have other orders

[@Bane_Amesta]

Is clear thsy they have lots of orders, but I kind of agree, the costume itself isn't that good? Also I imagine Connor didn't think of move around, sitting and stuff when choosing the fabric, which ended in fear of ripping. It seems a very common issue lol, but is a think that should be considered, specially when the usual way is messing around in the costume for hours in a convention... XD

[@nightfallnoir]

16:56 You never look terrible, all your cosplays were unique in their own ways. (like Sebastian) It‘s sooo amazing how both of your cosplays turned out, and since DITF was one of the first anime I watched fully in 2018 it‘s *really* special that you both did exactly these characters. Also not gonna lie, make-up on you doesn‘t look too bad! ✨

[@LeticiaRTFerreira]

I confess this part of the video made me cry a little. He looks amazing and truly committed to it. All that self depreciation makes me a little sad because all we see it's him being amazing and a great friend.

[@ehzah]

he needs to cosplay jojo thennnn...

[@majura3743]

After watching the show I’m impressed just how much they made Connor look like Hiro even when their face shape and body are so much different. Really a testament to the skill of everyone involved

[@dawn6597]

When I read this I thought it said "you look terrible" 😭😭

[@adarshkushwaha2071]

To be fair this line scream that the man is single right now. It also proof the point that even good looking people need someone in their life to tell them they are beautiful.

[@RageElixirGames]

Connor looking more like an emo Vegeta 😂

[@yingyang4583]

Woah, never expected you to comment here

[@BambiXoxo7]

Yeah lmfao

[@azurehanyo]

MY PAIN IS OVER 9000!

[@moonlight_wolfiez2667]

LMAOAO

[@AhsanNadzief]

just don't get TOEI'd

[@anzui]

OK the both of you actually look beautiful and gorgeous, you have your natural beauty shining through and the makeup enhances! this place did an amazing job. you two look amazing

[@ARGrace]

“Maybe I’m too critical of myself.” Yes, yes you are. You did great! Next time please do a group cosplay with Joey, Aki, Garnt, Sidney and maybe even Chris!

[@AmazinglyAwkward]

Can’t see Chris doing it although that would be amazing!

[@maxiwaxipads]

Chris and Conner is a duo in heaven I’d like to see next

[@NielsVisser975]

lmao yeah, then they could do the passione gang from jojo part 5

[@JeffDvrx]

I'd pay to see Chris cosplay something completely absurd. Make Sagiri cosplay Chris happen, I beg you

[@nullfi7148]

This obviously made you pretty uncomfortable at times during the filming process so big props for doing this, I found the content very interesting and of course Ms Kaho always makes the videos she's in so much more entertaining. Never ever let her go Connor, she's a gem.

[@Maniacman2030]

I've got my beef with Kaho. She lied about a convention(Anime Matsuri) she attended because Vic Mignogna was there.

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

@@Maniacman2030 don't blame here I believe he's innocent but the controversy of that would bring would be horrid

[@Maniacman2030]

@@augustuslunasol10thapostle Most of what the people against him have tried doing hasn't really slowed him down. Why? He has tons of fans on his side and there's no evidence of the allegations being remotely true. I'm not sure why Kaho would worry about that, she'd still have far more fans than most of her haters and I doubt anyone would actually care. If she does believe it though, simply because other women said it, I do blame her for not following the lack of evidence of the allegations.

[@Neptune_o]

@@Maniacman2030 this was just a random video on my recommended what’s the context like what happened what r the allegations?

[@armanyusaf5019]

@@Neptune_o I’m wondering this as well

[@VivaLaReverend]

Kaho is that friend everyone needs in their life. Getting you trying new and sometimes crazy things that you never considered before. Some things work out better than others, but even just trying can be a worthwhile experience. Also, props on Connor for going with a cos that matches Kaho even though he wasn't 100% with it. Both of them are real ones and it'd be cool to see more professional cosplays!

[@FelicianoCookie]

As someone who makes their own cosplays this is really heartwarming for me to watch~

[@stefsorea5205]

I think a Jojo cosplay would be more fun, comfortable and also interesting for the artists who put it together! And maybe being more familiar and comfortable with the source charcater will help with the awkward posing and all. This video was amazing and I would love to see more like this in the future!

[@goodboi42]

I second this.

[@ryukokanami7645]

Gyro Zeppeli will be next, hopefully.

[@Remonlore]

yeah get eveyone on trash taste to cosplay as a jojo group lol

[@Nekujii]

Okay, so here are some suggestions of *bearded* men for you to cosplay: -Aizawa from Boku no Hero -Jigen from Lupin III -Gendo from Evangelion -Kotetsu from Tiger and Bunny -Depression Bearded Jotaro from Stone Ocean -Vincent Volaju from Cowboy Bebop -Final Fantasy XV Noctis after the timeskip -Sam from Death Stranding -Reigen from Mob Psycho (OK he's not bearded but it would fit so much!)

[@Whalordius]

Zeke yeager from attack on titan

[@VolodymyrMokrytskyi]

Him as Gendo and Kaho as Rei or Ritsuko, that would be fire.

[@KevRuano95]

I think he could probably do a great Van Hoenhiem from FMA Although he is only 25 compared to the character looking like 50 or so

[@randomgrmlin]

I'd love to see him do an Aizawa cosplay!

[@judeflick]

@@Whalordius kotetsu connor would be perfect

[@TreyParker318]

Connor- "my body is quite different than a teenage boy in anime" Cosplay designer- "actually, spot on"

[@luckyowl10]

this cosplay was great, even if you don't look as young as the character, you feel like Hiro in the photoshoot. The costume is just amazing

[@JIYkp]

Connor spend $1000 on crane games multiple times: "Let's do it again!" Sees a $2000 custom tailored cosplay: "So expensive!"

[@SpaceEmperorGenos]

That's a $1000 difference. Are you sure you understand how money works? I hope not if that's the standard being set by 2022.

[@serpenttailz7966]

@@SpaceEmperorGenos I think the focus was on the multiple times Connor has spent 1000$+ on crane games and the like.

[@twizzlyblue1241]

@@SpaceEmperorGenos this is a really dumb comment

[@DamonHallam]

​@@SpaceEmperorGenos Are you sure you understand how products work? crane games are just a way to overpay for shit you can just buy, compared to a custom made (to your exact details) complete one of a kind cosplay made specifically for you that takes months to produce

[@MrSpartanspud]

@Aurendil Even if it was actually a 1K difference, there's still a pretty big difference between the value of 1K worth of crane games and a 2K costume.

[@LeCatte]

Can we take this moment to appreciate all the work cosplayers put into their costume, like to get this kind of quality requires major skills, and cosplayers who make their own stuff AND make it look quality is just.. like how awesome can you get? Hats off to you guys

[@callofseiiki]

Agree cosplay is its own art And expensive

[@ewacousland2395]

but his costume was...weak. These arm sewing job was way too low and his costume had so many wrinkles. Only armor was nicely done.

[@maxsym718]

I’m interested in knowing who you would have cosplayed as if Kaho hadn’t picked her character first. I hope we can see you do this again with a JoJo cosplay.

[@Smoke_addiction]

Probably a Jojo character

[@kairoo8912]

I feel like Connor could genuinely pull off a Giorno cosplay

[@bravado2809]

Obviously Gyro Zeppeli.

[@leonie7638]

Tbh I feel like he'd look good as kira for some reason

[@paigem.7165]

man. i would love to see connor do an Aizawa (or any Jojo character tbh) cosplay with these guys, i feel like he’d feel a million more times comfortable cosplaying a character that’s more his age

[@endrollcurtaincall]

I know this won't be something Connor can do frequently as the process is so extensive and detailed, but I really would love to see more of these. This was super fun and interesting to watch! And my man actually looks great! (Kaho of course looks amazing as well)

[@Wyrmnax]

"Do you wanna touch them" "Ah, uh, erm...." Gotta love Kaho. She can instantly make you embarassed.

[@splitframe]

I wonder if they will marry in cosplay as well. I ship it.

[@RaiFred]

Timestamp?

[@miguelupload555]

6:20

[@addminustraitor8514]

@@RaiFred 5:34

[@therandomrat5238]

@@splitframe Kaho is married.

[@CrazyAznKT]

Honestly $2000 seems cheap for the quality of Kaho’s cosplay and the in depth process they go through

[@Skyfrei_]

I like how u only specify kaho's cosplay and not connors XD

[@area51l]

@@Skyfrei_ Hers involved a lot more armor pieces and stuff like fitting the teeth and the colored contacts. Both costumes needed a lot of skill but hers was probably more time-consuming to make.

[@ML-se6gq]

It took me almost a month to find the time (and mood) to watch this video but it is indeed one of the best you've done! I really enjoy this kind of content and I hope you keep making cosplay videos!

[@Tommyskylarr]

You should believe in yourself more Connor. You’ll give anything a try and your content is unique for it. That cosplay was really good! I enjoyed seeing the whole process beginning to end and think you should do it again with a character of your choosing so you’d savour the experience more. You should bring Kaho along too!

[@maineman5757]

He believe in himself a lot. It's just hard to tell though the Britishness of his personality.

[@Kenma003]

That could not be more true

[@Kenma003]

@@maineman5757 I understand٫ as a brittish person myself. Out of everyone I know I think maybe only 2 or 3 people do know but everyone else will never know how much confidence I have or rather my lack of it.

[@terrydactyl6893]

Connor is the type of guy to be like, "I'm just gonna get a couple cheap face masks, cause this pandemic won't last long enough to justify a proper fitting one." I swear the day he gets a proper fitting mask for a video the pandemic will end before he gets to use it.

[@DapperThorns]

Only thing keeping me from buying a better mask, personally lol Maybe i should go ahead and get a good one just so this can all end?

[@lattemeowcchiato3767]

Literally all he has to do is cross one string on the mask before putting it on. Instantly fits more snug

[@TKnightcrawler]

I just get disposable masks from work.

[@deezgod45]

then you have the mothers buying like 200 of them

[@evaun1t165]

@@otum2701 cope harder

[@evstuff688]

As a photographer, I think the shoot always takes a minute to warm up. And especially since it was probably your first time doing something like this you did great! I think you def should do it again with a character you know how to really embody. The camera loves confidence :D remember Kaho has also had way more experience, but you’ll get there!

[@calrndown]

This is one of my favourite videos ! Really glad you were able to show how much effort is invested into cosplay ! Thank y'all !

[@aisadal2521]

I love how Connor is never afraid to try out new things 🥰

[@Memecious]

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[@emimi1]

i mean, i feel like he’s thinking duck it i’ve got nothing to lose might as well

[@ChadHellgado]

Putting on cosplay that isn’t complete shit?

[@Zilxari]

You should definitely do a JoJo Cosplay. The best part of Cosplay is being able to bring a character you love to life. You will feel a lot more comfortable in your Cosplay if you know their characteristics and their poses will hopefully come naturally. You could even make some extra props for your Cosplay as part of the process for the photo shoot, play around with some EVA foam or just have some fun with it. ☺️✨

[@ricmorales3406]

Kira cosplay would be fire

[@yammymy]

i can see him as giorno and i think its going to be bomb

[@Zanji1234]

it really shows that a) quality DOES cost money b) now you really appreciate cosplayer that make their costumes themself c) posing is hard

[@Svafne]

What you're missing is confidence! It really shows if you're comfortable in a costume or not. That goes for any kind of clothes though, you need to own the look, it shows if you do! Fun video in any case!

[@iwillcry]

If you're ever planning to cosplay more characters, I think Jojo is a good pick. There are bunch of characters that would fit your bone structure. (finding characters to cosplay that have the same face shape as yours immediately makes you look a lot more like them)

[@kittycatgirl1139]

Do you have a guide for cosplaying characters that look similar/ have a similar face type? I always look for accuracy in cosplays

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

@@kittycatgirl1139 there isn't really a guide you can follow. You can just look at characters, show them to friends and other people you trust and that know your face well and then you figure out which one you look the most similar to. Bone structure is an important thing so sometimes you will suit characters drawn by a certain artist more than that of another.

[@fatefullydead5585]

@@kittycatgirl1139 There's also make up techniques you can use to change your face shape or give the illusion of stronger or softer features like contouring and face taping. Face taping can really help when trying to make you jaw and face look slim and angular, which kinda gives you the pointy anime chin look.

[@Maniacman2030]

@@fatefullydead5585 To sort of explain this, it brightens some spots and gives shadow to others to fulfill the illusion. Makeup truly is a terrifying form of magic, I swear.

[@KingKamal47]

This was my immediate thought as well

[@Kaname85]

It legit broke my heart to see how bad you felt about yourself! YOU LOOKED GREAT AND YOU ROCK THE NO BEARD LOOK! 10/10 you both were awesome :D

[@siiri4564]

ikr!!

[@kovaxim]

Kaho's regular outfits are a thing of its own. At 21:21 she looked like an anime boss. Probably because she is a boss. I like how Connor is just "hey, yeah, that's me, T-shirt and some pants" while Kaho's like "Hello! I am Kaho! The proud owner of many clothing items! Take a look, I like this one and this one and this one! They're all amazing!" The cosplay is excellent, the level of details is truly amazing. As Connor said, in which way does one exist when doing professional photography, there are so many details that can make or break a good photo. This was very interesting and entertaining to watch. Thank you for making this video.

[@soranderkaiser4109]

I love the brown dress she wore

[@gbzld]

I kept thinking Connor might look good cosplaying a character like Vash from Trigun or a white version of Spike from Cowboy Bebop, but this one is mostly bc Kaho would make a great Faye Valentine.

[@thickestofmints4058]

I can’t believe Connor went to a cosplay place while already in his emiya cosplay

[@Memecious]

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[@thehorse5307]

Beautiful comment

[@LadySquall11]

I'm a costume stitcher/cosplayer, this didn't surprise me at all with how much time and money goes into making a costume/cosplay. Making a good costume doesn't happen over night, it takes time and patience. Thank you Conner for sharing this side of cosplaying.❤️

[@akamesama]

Really, I was surprised with how cheap it was, considering the number of people involved with just the segments Conner recorded. Given it is professional work, the hourly rate much be unusually low by comparison.

[@DrJustininJapan]

wow so cool!! i have always been curious about cosplay and the subculture. seems like there is a super positive and supportive community vibe 💕

[@owlislike]

Facts. I did cosplay commissions for 8 years and just the planning alone can take weeks, especially because most character designs I did for clients did not involve seams that existed in the realm of sanity.

[@kittycatgirl1139]

I’m so envious of people who sew there own cosplays. I have no idea where to start for them & it’s even worse when it’s not a common cosplay & there’s no guide or patterns. Does anyone have any tips for starting?

[@EvanBoldt]

“I look terrible because my face is not built to be a 10 year old anime boy” Don’t be so hard on yourself. You look exactly like a 10 year old anime boy.

[@FerunaLutelou]

Idk about him looking like an anime boy, but he sure looks like a 10 year old

[@novelas3536]

And then you went harder.

[@crownclowncreations]

Now THIS is how you properly roast someone!

[@ReptilianTeaDrinker]

You look like a discount and slightly younger Benedict Cumberbatch. It's like buying a cheap cardboard cut out of him from Poundland.

[@allankanegalian6401]

He definitely behaves like one that's for sure

[@zer0sev]

Immediately saw it was Darling in the Franxx and just lost it. Connor is Hiro and its just perfect

[@fulicious2991]

100% DO THIS AGAIN!! We need to see that dumpy in more costumes

[@terrenceng4689]

You and Kaho looked really nice! I feel like everyone who starts doing cosplay seriously has the same insecurities and nervousness in terms of posing and feeling a bit lost. Having a good photographer, setting, costume, and makeup artist definitely helps a lot too. I hope you do this again, definitely do a JoJo character or someone you really like, it's going to make the personal experience so much more fun.

[@eetadakimasu]

Well, we've learned that Connor can disappear if he shaves and wears a wig! That's amazing!!! Also, she's right, you should dye your hair black! And you should cosplay as Red and Kaho can be Rin!

[@nananimii]

Right? I think that too will suit them!

[@ddazuulada]

What I noticed from this video and the maid cafe one is that Connor's face is actually very pretty, particularly when he smiles

[@yurii1k]

Connor comparing himself and saying how bad he looks is definitely a cosplayer moment lol. you looked amazing man

[@tipoqueen]

It be don't it

[@Maniacman2030]

"You are your own worst critic." The truest words in existence.

[@coldfish2000]

I was waiting for the words "I am a regular here" from Kaho, didn't get disappointed 😂 she didn't say it directly but Connor did say she ALWAYS go this shop for her cosplays.

[@erikt3162]

They’re not just cosplay designers they are architects. I love how through the research is.

[@callofseiiki]

Thats what i said XD

[@sekirk]

I would love to see you so this again in a cosplay you’re more familiar and comfortable with. I thought your posing was great you definitely have the model facial expressions, very chic

[@Noah-zr6vq]

Now I really wanna see Connor cosplaying Jo-Jo characters , I felt like his features will suit em very well

[@rubydubon5401]

I feel like you should cosplay someone you'd be comfortable with! I think a Jojo character would bring out that confidence you need to do a shoot. It'd be cool to see (:

[@theindie-vidual2188]

He'd make a good Abacchio

[@matejmaric3346]

Yeah, definitely. I think Connor could be a great Giorno or maybe Jotaro

[@therish6095]

he should cosplay old jhosep

[@SammieSpeaks]

honestly keep your beard next time! I feel like it will make YOU happier with the results even if it's not accurate! it's all about how you see yourself and how happy you are with the end result!

[@deefarhei3617]

nah dude. It's cosplay. Being faithful to the original is everything.

[@RedLancerMoto]

@@deefarhei3617 It's not that serious m8

[@gaeri1590]

Thats contradicting with the word 'cosplay' itself then lol

[@the1disaster]

@@deefarhei3617 it's called cosplay not coswork

[@gaeri1590]

@@11MAXI because its one of her suit? What the hell are you trying to say lol

[@tsukasainit]

are we not gonna talk about how frikkin cute Kaho dresses. LIKE GIRL NO ONE SAID ANYTHING ABOUT THIS

[@xX1shizuma1Xx]

Connor would absolutely do an amazing Sebastian michaelis cosplay, his face and stature would be perfect for it

[@nerdiolost5699]

I agree

[@ayumihamano5091]

I would love to see that !

[@asdfg4hjk]

Everytime they have Kaho on I'm reminded how cute she is like personality wise just so nice and welcoming she seems like a good friend to have!

[@ladabudilova9262]

Why would Connor try to become a good cosplayer when he is already a cosplay king

[@Memecious]

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[@AxxLAfriku]

HELP!!! Everybody at my school cyberbullies me because they say me good good GOOD videos are extremely BAD!!! Please help me, dear la

[@RecoveringChristian]

Girl Connor is soo cute

[@nicohart6781]

Ah this makes my concept art/ cosplayer brain so happy. They do AMAZING work and how thorough they are is how thorough I am every time I do even a simple fanart. So great to see such meticulous love and care in a pro

[@pankekizen]

Shibuya Kaho at this point has become Connor’s tutor onto becoming a more cultured man

[@aliridho3513]

Nah she's like the principal of the school, the boys is the teacher, we're the student

[@shuka2564]

@@aliridho3513 thank god i can finally be good at one school

[@shadowreaver752]

Kaho takes him to niche spots and Chris takes him to abandoned parks.

[@Luteloots]

Connor should totally do a Ladd Russo cosplay. He already loves his JoJo suits so I'm sure he'd be right at home with that aspect. It'd honestly mostly be the hair, some makeup and maybe a prop cigar at that point. He could even use his own hair if he let it grow out some and maybe dyed it if he wanted to. Maybe get a suit that looks like it's covered in blood and/or bullet holes if that's too boring otherwise. Thinking in terms of anime characters that Connor could cosplay where he wouldn't need to look like a "young anime boy" protagonist. Just thinking about one that Connor could both appreciate and easily absolutely nail no problem. Now if you'll excuse me I need to go watch Baccano again.

[@actuallyvanse]

Oh dude, I didn't even think about him. Connor really does fit his image.

[@AdamOwenBrowning]

Russo only wears a single all-white tux. Would it even be overly noticeable, or would it look like Connor in a white tuxedo?

[@AttentionDeficitGuy]

Ooo, he could do Ladd while Kaho does Lua!

[@graydali]

I think it would be really cool for Connor to do this, but with JoJo. I feel like the style would suit him better as well as Connor being more interested in JoJo himself, so it would be more fun. But it was really great video to see behind the scenes of professional cosplay industry

[@hunnybee3303]

You two are amazing together. I hope you guys continue filming together. This was everything!

[@robertpalmer9531]

Not even a min in and I see Kaho. SHITS ABOUT TO GO SIDEWAYS! Every time she is there. It's funny for us cause it's pain for Conner.

[@twanhams2635]

And she pretty cute too, this is a triple win!

[@nukaghoula]

When you add up the actual costs of supplies, equipment and factor in a reasonable rate for actual labour for a project like this, $1500-$2000 is actually low balling for most individual cosplayers! It's such a fun hobby but it is NOT cheap when you do things thoroughly and properly!

[@nukaghoula]

Just for a point of reference, I've been crafting a cosplay for about a year, about halfway done and over 100+ hours of labour so far 😂

[@shirowolff9147]

I think that 2k is just for the costume, it costs more when u get the other things

[@randomsandwichian]

For quality, that's definitely a good rough estimate, in USD(?). Knowing the best way to bootleg the materials is all part of the fun, for all that craftsmanship.

[@wanderingsoul881]

@@shirowolff9147 Especially if you're going to a con! Like, oof my wallet. Especially in the artist alley 😭😭 No regrets tho cause cons and cosplay is so much fun

[@anabellascott5054]

Agreed :) I'm trying to find a pair of overalls for Eddie from Angels of Death and omg is it difficult. I've thought about making a pair but don't know how plus my sewing skills suck

[@jcalcgaming]

So, the cosplay pics look pretty solid ngl. I do agree that the character did not suit you perfectly, but definitely if you can do more in the future that would be awesome!!! Also, keep in mind that Kaho has been doing this for a long-ass time, so you cannot really compare yourself to her when it comes to professional photo shoots since she has so much more experience. Ya did great!

[@yamas4799]

YES

[@yamas4799]

Yes!

[@Soraskynin]

Connor you and Kaho should definitely do Loid and Yor!! I think you guys would look so good as them!