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Cosplayers Removed from Convention
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 3 events from Jul 17, 2026 to Aug 1, 2026, drawn from 2 sources.
Background
The trend of selling 'foot juice' originated in May 2026 at a Parkon event in San Jose, where a Hatsune Miku cosplayer charged up to $15 a cup.
The idea has since spread to Asia, with several female cosplayers at the Firefly Comic Convention in Guangzhou selling 'foot-soaked lemon tea' or 'fresh feet juice' for 50 yuan ($7) a cup.
The timeline
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Firefly Comic Convention Begins
The Firefly Comic Convention in Guangzhou, China, reportedly began on July 17 and ran until July 20, featuring cosplay, fan activities, and merch booths.[1745]
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Cosplayers Sell 'Foot Juice' at Convention
Several female cosplayers at the Firefly Comic Convention in Guangzhou reportedly sold 'foot-soaked lemon tea' or 'fresh feet juice' for 50 yuan ($7) a cup, sparking controversy and outrage among fans.[1745]
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Organizers Respond to 'Foot Juice' Incident
The organizers of the Firefly Anime & Game Carnival issued a statement addressing the incident, reportedly stressing that the stalls were run by individuals outside the venue and were not affiliated with the event, and promising to strengthen monitoring in the future.[1748]
Frequently asked
What is 'foot juice'?
'Foot juice' refers to a drink made by soaking a person's feet in a liquid, such as lemon tea or water, and then selling the liquid as a beverage.
Why were the cosplayers removed from the convention?
The cosplayers were removed from the convention for selling 'foot juice' and engaging in behavior that was deemed vulgar and sensationalized by the organizers.
What was the response of the organizers to the incident?
The organizers of the Firefly Anime & Game Carnival issued a statement condemning the behavior and promising to strengthen monitoring in the future to prevent similar incidents.
Related drama
Sources
- dexerto.com, Add as a preferred source on GoogleFollow on Google News A group of cosplayers were removed from an anime convention in Guangzhou, China, after copying a viral stunt involving cups of “foot juice” tha, Aug 1, 2026.
- 8days.sg, When you think of events and conventions, you’d probably expect to see cool collectibles, unique merchandise, or character mascots. But a recent incident at Guangzhou’s Firefly Anime Game Carnival spa, Aug 1, 2026.
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