RK LLC will host "Entertainment Backstage Lounge & Night #5," an exchange event for entertainment industry backstages, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Rhythm Canvas in Suehirocho (Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo).

Production, operations, distribution, video, management, publishing, PR, design, filming, casting—the entertainment industry is driven by many backstage professionals who don't appear in the spotlight. However, horizontal connections where people can casually consult each other beyond company or project boundaries are surprisingly scarce. This event is a place to build those "horizontal" connections.

Features of this Event

Companies that would normally be competitors gather in the same space. Recently, participation from "insiders" such as VTubers and MCs (comedians) has also increased, making it commonplace to see backstage staff and performers talking at the same table. This cross-industry interaction, transcending genres and positions, sparks unexpected collaborations and joint ventures.

Number of Entries: 1st event: 48 participants → 2nd event: 56 participants → 3rd event: 62 participants → 4th event: 66 participants, with entries increasing each time. The 5th event will close registration at the venue's capacity limit of 77 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Entertainment Backstage Lounge (Advance registration required, free to attend) *Doors open 3:30 PM~

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Entertainment Backstage Night (¥1,000 / All-you-can-drink soft drinks and alcohol, food and drinks welcome)

What Will Happen on the Day

1 Entrance: Become "approachable" in 15 seconds

Immediately after the start, all participants will give a 15-second self-introduction. What you do and what you're involved in will be shared in one round, allowing conversations to start with phrases like, "You mentioned XX earlier, right?"

2 Networking: If you're unsure, head to the reception. We'll introduce people based on compatibility

"I don't know who to talk to"—this is the biggest hurdle at networking events. If you feel this way, simply tell the reception concierge your needs. They will match you with someone who seems compatible. This way, even if you don't know anyone or are attending alone, you won't feel out of place. In fact, most participants attend alone.

3 Main Topic: Don't end with just exchanging business cards

"I'm thinking of this kind of project now," "I'm looking for someone like this"—this event is designed to allow for in-depth discussions about practical matters. You can stay connected even after the event through a LINE Open Chat.

People Like You Will Be Here

Broadcasting, distribution, publishing, music, entertainment, event production, merchandise, PR, advertising, design, video, photography, casting—participants come from diverse genres and positions. With the addition of performers such as VTubers, MCs, and streamers, a chemical reaction is occurring that goes beyond the scope of a "backstage event."

We've Received Feedback Like This from Participants:

"It wasn't just exchanging business cards; it led to concrete consultations."

"The atmosphere was easy to talk in, even for first-time attendees."

"The self-introduction time made it easy to find people I wanted to talk to."

"It was interesting to have people from various genres, including competitors, attending."

Recommended For:

Those working at talent agencies, labels, production companies, event companies / Live houses, studios, broadcasting stations, streaming providers / Those involved in video, program, or live production / Publishers, media professionals, writers, photographers / Those involved in casting, PR, advertising, design, merchandise production / VTubers, streamers, MCs, performers / Students and creators aiming for the entertainment industry / Those who want to create new projects and collaborations.

Participation is welcome if you "have even a little toe in the entertainment industry."

*Please refrain from attending for sales purposes only, or for religious or MLM recruitment.

*Due to venue capacity, registration will close at 77 participants on a first-come, first-served basis (form entry required).

July 15, 2026 (Wednesday) Schedule

Start Time

End Time

Content

3:30 PM

4:00 PM

Doors Open

4:15 PM

4:50 PM

15-second Self-Introduction Time for All Participants

4:50 PM

5:00 PM

Sponsor PR Time

5:00 PM

6:30 PM

Entertainment Backstage Lounge Networking

6:30 PM

9:00 PM

Entertainment Backstage Night Networking

*For those wishing to attend the first part, arriving by 4:15 PM will ensure a smoother entry.

*The event may be extended depending on the atmosphere.

About Sponsor PR Time

We offer 3-minute pitch slots for sponsors and sponsoring companies (¥10,000 per slot). This is an opportunity to directly introduce your company's services, events, recruitment plans, or collaboration proposals to entertainment industry professionals.

Event Overview

Event Name: Entertainment Backstage Lounge & Night #5 @ Suehirocho

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Doors Open 3:30 PM / Lounge 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM / Night 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue: Rhythm Canvas

B1, Kanda Northern Building, 6-1-4 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021

Venue Information: https://www.office-navi.jp/building/02013076/

Participation Fee: Lounge Free (Advance registration required) / Night ¥1,000 (All-you-can-drink, food and drinks welcome)

Capacity: 77 participants on a first-come, first-served basis (venue capacity limit / form entry required / registration closes once capacity is reached)

What to Bring: Approximately 50 business cards recommended / Casual attire

▼Participation Entry (First 77 participants, registration closes when capacity is reached)

https://forms.gle/tKHjHi3tU6g9tTdc9

▼LINE Open Chat "Entertainment Backstage Lounge"

https://line.me/ti/g2/lJoSjRY5JY27USczemOJY2Z_cww2Yv0xBy7jsw

Q&A

Q. Is it okay to attend alone?

A. Most attendees come alone.

Q. Can I join or leave partway through? A. We'd appreciate it if you could be present for the self-introduction time, but entry and exit are free.

Q. What should I bring?

A. Approximately 50 business cards are recommended.

Q. What is the dress code?

A. Casual attire is fine.

Q. What kind of people attend?

A. Producers, advertising agencies, event production, merchandise production, VTubers, MCs, students, etc. Anyone who has even a little contact with entertainment is welcome.

Q. What about solicitations? A. Religious or MLM solicitations are prohibited.

Q. What about same-day cancellations? A. We would appreciate it if you could notify us via email or LINE.

Q. Can I bring a friend? A. You are welcome to bring friends. However, due to the first-come, first-served limit of 77 participants and capacity management, please ensure they also complete the entry form.

Organizer's Comment

Every time I write a press release, I think to myself, "I'm writing about the same thing again..."

The venue has changed. Recruitment has reopened.

And so on.

As I watched the number of entries increase with each event, I realized there was something I wanted to convey before just reporting facts.

Recently, "insiders" like VTubers and MCs (comedians) have started attending. What was supposed to be a backstage event has, before we knew it, become a place where performers and backstage staff talk at the same table. This unexpected mix is probably the most interesting aspect of this event.

I won't change the event's name, "Entertainment Backstage Lounge." Because I believe players also have a lot of backstage-like work...

Honestly, there are countless networking events out there. The reason I want you to come to this one is because it's a "place for interesting cross-industry interaction where competitors also attend." People who might normally be rivals become colleagues on this day, all part of the "side making entertainment interesting."

Let's create such a day together. If you're an interesting person, please come.

(In fact, please bring someone with you.)

I look forward to seeing you there.

Ryo Kanana

Due to venue capacity, we will close the form at 77 participants, so please don't forget to fill it out.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Event
  • Organizations: PR TIME