Ani is Ani-Medford’s official mascot, a cheerful, tree- and animal-loving soul who embodies the spirit of Oregon and the very best the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Ani represents kindness, creativity, adventure, and the joy of celebrating anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture with friends and family.

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​Ani’s Likes:

• Nature and exploring the outdoors

• Forest animals and cute critters

• All things kawaii and colorful

• The Pacific Northwest, its beauty, culture, and people

• Anime, manga, and Japanese culture

• Cosplay and conventions

• Yummy and cute snacks

• Fun, laughter, and making new friends

 

Ani’s Dislikes:

• Littering and harming the environment

• Boring days with no fun or creativity

• Hunting and cruelty toward animals or nature

• Gatekeeping: Ani believes anime and fandom are for everyone

• Bullying, negativity, or making others feel unwelcome

• Wildfires and anything that harms Oregon’s forests

• AI "art" and bootleg anime merch

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Ani isn’t just a mascot! Ani is your friend, a guide, and a symbol of the community spirit that makes Ani-Medford special. 

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Original visuals of Ani were created in 2018 by Jamie Lange of Yojambo in 2018.

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In 2025, Ani-Medford commissioned Studio Soundless Wind, a Japan-based creative team known for their work with brands like Bandai and Crunchyroll, to create a new rendition of Ani.

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Jamie also designed a special 2025 version of Ani, which will be available exclusively at the show as a limited-edition button and sticker.​

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Over the years, several artists - such as Honislyme, Tempest-Kohai, and Moonfini - have created their own versions of Ani. These exclusive artworks have been shared with fans as posters and stickers.

 

Ani continues to inspire and unite!