NTV Reporter / Many people are using umbrellas and towels in this heat while they queue to enter the venue.

Individuals offer self-produced creations in the semiannual Comic Market, or Comiket.

The event is also famous for cosplayers who bring 2D characters to life.

This year’s summer convention was held in sweltering 35 degrees Celsius heat.

NTV Reporter / How are you coping with the heat?

Participant / I’m using  cooling spray.

Participant / I’m trying to stay hydrated. I have my drinks in a cooler bag.

Approximately 130,000 participants joined the event on August 11.

Organizers emphasized heat stroke prevention as the Summer Comiket 2024 took place amid scorching heat on August 11 and 12.