kig.wiki

# Kig.wiki

## Docs

- [Where to Buy Kigurumi Padding & Shapewear](Buy/buy-padding-shapewear): Popular sellers of body padding and shapewear for kigurumi, and what to look for to achieve anime style proportions in kig.
- [Buying a Used Kigurumi Mask: Guide & Safety Tips](Buy/Buying Secondhand/buying-used-overview): Thinking about a secondhand kigurumi mask? Where used masks are sold, what to check before you pay, and the scams and risks to avoid.
- [Where to Buy a Hadatai: Stores & Makers (2026)](Buy/buying-hadatai): Current list of hadatai makers and stores, plus what to check on sizing, fabric, and construction before ordering a kigurumi hadatai.
- [How to Order a Kigurumi Mask - Kig Mask Commissioning Guide](Buy/mask-commissioning-guide): How kigurumi mask commissions work: choosing a maker, what to ask, common options and pricing, and how to avoid costly misunderstandings.
- [Kigurumi Mask Makers & Stores: Kig Mask Guide (2026)](Buy/mask-maker-styles): Directory of active kigurumi mask makers and stores, with notes on each to help you compare styles and find the right maker for you.
- [Kigurumi Mask Sizing: Measurements & Fit Options](Buy/mask-sizing-options): How kigurumi mask sizing works: the measurements makers ask for, common fit options, and how to choose for comfort and stability.
- [Kigurumi Mask Seller Red Flags: How to Avoid Scams](Buy/seller-red-flags): Warning signs to avoid and look out for when buying kigurumi masks from various sellers.
- [How to Buy Kigurumi from Taobao (Agent Guide)](Buy/shopping-taobao-guide): How to order kigurumi masks and hadatai through Taobao: using proxy agents, the typical workflow, and problems overseas buyers run into.
- [How to Wash and Care for a Hadatai](Care/cleaning-a-hadatai): Washing and care guide for hadatai: how to wash without damaging the fabric, plus drying and handling tips to keep the fit and make it last.
- [How to Clean a Kigurumi Mask (Care Guide)](Care/cleaning-mask): Safe ways to clean and maintain a kigurumi mask, keeping the finish, hair, and interior in good condition while reducing wear over time.
- [How to Pad a Kigurumi Mask for a Better Fit](Care/mask-padding): How to pad the inside of your kigurumi mask so it fits your head comfortably, sits securely, and keeps the eyes and face aligned.
- [How to Store a Kigurumi Mask](Care/mask-storage): Short and long-term storage tips for kigurumi masks: protecting the shell, finish, hair, and padding from damage, dust, and deformation.
- [Traveling With a Kigurumi Mask: Packing Tips](Care/traveling-with-kig-overview): How to travel with a kigurumi mask: packing methods, carry-on vs checked luggage, and how to keep your mask safe in transit.
- [Kigurumi Communities: Etiquette & Pitfalls](Community & Events/community-overview): What to expect from kigurumi communities: meeting local kigs, consent and boundaries, and how to avoid common social pitfalls in the hobby.
- [How to Contribute to Kig.wiki](contributing): Want to improve Kig.wiki? How to edit pages, submit changes, and what we look for in contributions to the kigurumi wiki.
- [Free Open-Source Kigurumi Mask 3D Models & Parts](DIY-mask/diy-mask-open-source-resources): Open-source resources for DIY kigurumi masks: free 3D-printable head models, plus components like latches, eyes, paint, and padding.
- [DIY Kigurumi Mask: What to Expect Before You Start](DIY-mask/reality-of-diy): The realistic costs, skills, and time a DIY kigurumi mask takes, and the common surprises that catch first-time builders off guard.
- [Kigurumi Mask Wiki](home): Guides for getting started with kigurumi. Finding kig mask makers and hadatai sellers, padding and shapewear tips, kigu mask care, troubleshooting, and more.
- [Kigurumi Glossary: Kig, Hadatai, Animegao & More](Start/glossary): Glossary of kigurumi terms: kig, hadatai, animegao, kiger, and more. Quick definitions for the words you'll see around the hobby.
- [What Is a Hadatai? The other half of Kigurumi explained](Start/hadatai-overview): What a hadatai (ハダタイ) is, how it's worn with a kigurumi mask, how it differs from zentai, and what new buyers should know.
- [Kigurumi Padding Theory: Anime Body Proportions](Start/hadatai-padding-theory): How body padding creates anime proportions in kigurumi: foam, silicone, and inflatable options, where to pad, and how to plan your shape.
- [Kigurumi Handler's Guide: Tips & Checklist](Start/handlers-guide): What a kigurumi handler does and how to be a good one: first-time handler tips, safety, communication, and a practical checklist.
- [Getting Started with Kigurumi: A Beginner's Guide](Start/introduction-beginner-path): New to kigurumi? Start here for the basics: what a kig is made of, realistic costs and wait times, and what to know before your first order.
- [Kigurumi FAQ: Masks, Hadatai, Buying & Care](Start/introduction-faq): Frequently asked kigurumi questions answered: mask and hadatai basics, costs, where to buy, comfort, care, and what newcomers should expect.
- [What Is Kigurumi? Kigurumi Masks Explained](Start/introduction-what-is-kigurumi): What kigurumi (animegao) cosplay is, how masks and hadatai come together, and how to get started in the hobby as a performer or fan.
- [Kigurumi Mask Basics: Types, Features & Buying](Start/mask-overview): What kigurumi masks are, the common types and features, and what to consider for fit, comfort, and visibility before buying your first mask.
- [Kigurumi Troubleshooting: Mask & Hadatai Fixes](Start/troubleshooting): Practical fixes for common kigurumi problems: masks that sit wrong or fit too small, padding showing through the hadatai, and more.