Cosplayers in Japan used to refer to themselves as , pronounced "layer". Currently in Japan, cosplayers are more commonly called , pronounced "ko-su-pray," as "reiyā" is more often used to describe layers (i.e. hair, clothes, etc.). Words like cute ("kawaii") and cool ("kakkō ii") were often used to describe these changes, expressions that were tied with notions of femininity and masculinity. Those who photograph players are called "cameko", short for "camera kozō" or "camera boy". Originally, the cameko gave prints of their photos to players as gifts. Increased interest in cosplay events, both on the part of photographers and cosplayers willing to model for them, has led to formalization of procedures at events such as Comiket. Photography takes place within a designated area removed from the exhibit hall. In Japan, costumes are generally not welcome outside of conventions or other designated areas.