'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition' Event Report!
Anomaly Inc. and Mynavi held the 4th edition of their high school student support project at Komae High School. Professional dancer YURIYURI provided dance instruction and a career talk to support students' futures.
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Anomaly Inc. (Headquarters: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director and CEO: Kantaro Kanda) is holding the qualifying rounds for 'Mynavi HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION 2026', which determines the best high school dance club in Japan for students who dedicate their youth to dance.
Recently, based on Mynavi Corporation's (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director, President and Executive Officer: Shunsuke Awai) desire to 'be close to each individual and support diverse careers,' the 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition' was held.
This time, at Tokyo Metropolitan Komae High School, YURIYURI, who is active in various fields such as guest show appearances, back dancing, and choreography, provided dance instruction, offering high school students an opportunity to further improve their skills.
Furthermore, a one-day special lecture, 'Career Talk,' was held, creating an opportunity for high school students to take their first steps in their careers by asking various questions to YURIYURI, who has realized her dream of becoming a 'dancer.'
■ About the 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition'
This high school student support project was born from Mynavi's desire to 'be close to each individual and support diverse careers.' For students aiming to become the best high school dance club in Japan, it provided opportunities for further skill improvement, as well as a one-day special lecture by the instructor.
In the lecture, as a senior who made her dream come true, she imparted guidelines and goals, and a Q&A session with the students was also held, creating a trigger for them to take a step toward their career paths.
■ 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition' Implementation Report
YURIYURI reflects on her high school days!
At the beginning of the talk session, the topic turned to instructor YURIYURI's 'high school days.'
YURIYURI spoke frankly about herself at the time, which is hard to imagine given her glamorous success today.
The participating dance club students also listened intently with serious expressions, comparing it to their own current situations.
What was the turning point in YURIYURI's career?
During the segment discussing life's 'crossroads,' YURIYURI revealed the decisive moment she decided to go pro.
Looking back, she shared, 'It wasn't that I didn't hesitate when choosing my path. But ultimately, it was my passion for dance that pushed me forward,' and shared specific episodes of how she overcame setbacks and anxiety.
Special instruction by YURIYURI
During the dance workshop held after the talk session, the students' joy of expression exploded through YURIYURI's direct instruction, and the event ended with great success.
■ Instructor Profile
YURIYURI
Moving her base from Osaka to Tokyo, she is active in various fields such as guest shows at events, contest/battle judging, back dancing, and choreography.
With her team 'yuca+YURIYURI', she has advanced to the FINAL of JAPAN DANCE DELIGHT, one of the largest in Japan, and has had various experiences leading up to today.
With an atmosphere unique to female dancers, she mixes street elements like soul dance and step into Jazz dance, establishing her own moody and groovy style with a free sensibility that doesn't fit into conventional molds.
■ About 'Mynavi HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION 2026'
This is a dance contest for students currently enrolled in high schools and equivalent educational institutions nationwide. Started in 2015, this season marks its 11th edition. Qualifying rounds will be held in a total of 5 regions: Kanto, Kansai, Tohoku, Chubu, and Kyushu.
Schools passing each qualifier will advance to the final tournament, 'Mynavi HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION 2026 FINAL', to be held in April 2026, where the best dance club in Japan—students who poured their heart and soul into dance during high school—will be decided.
This season, the number of qualifying award slots has been expanded by three, increasing the number of people eligible for points. After the qualifiers, advancement to the finals is determined by point rankings...
Recently, based on Mynavi Corporation's (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director, President and Executive Officer: Shunsuke Awai) desire to 'be close to each individual and support diverse careers,' the 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition' was held.
This time, at Tokyo Metropolitan Komae High School, YURIYURI, who is active in various fields such as guest show appearances, back dancing, and choreography, provided dance instruction, offering high school students an opportunity to further improve their skills.
Furthermore, a one-day special lecture, 'Career Talk,' was held, creating an opportunity for high school students to take their first steps in their careers by asking various questions to YURIYURI, who has realized her dream of becoming a 'dancer.'
■ About the 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition'
This high school student support project was born from Mynavi's desire to 'be close to each individual and support diverse careers.' For students aiming to become the best high school dance club in Japan, it provided opportunities for further skill improvement, as well as a one-day special lecture by the instructor.
In the lecture, as a senior who made her dream come true, she imparted guidelines and goals, and a Q&A session with the students was also held, creating a trigger for them to take a step toward their career paths.
■ 'Mynavi High Dan 2026 High School Student Support Project - 4th Edition' Implementation Report
YURIYURI reflects on her high school days!
At the beginning of the talk session, the topic turned to instructor YURIYURI's 'high school days.'
YURIYURI spoke frankly about herself at the time, which is hard to imagine given her glamorous success today.
The participating dance club students also listened intently with serious expressions, comparing it to their own current situations.
What was the turning point in YURIYURI's career?
During the segment discussing life's 'crossroads,' YURIYURI revealed the decisive moment she decided to go pro.
Looking back, she shared, 'It wasn't that I didn't hesitate when choosing my path. But ultimately, it was my passion for dance that pushed me forward,' and shared specific episodes of how she overcame setbacks and anxiety.
Special instruction by YURIYURI
During the dance workshop held after the talk session, the students' joy of expression exploded through YURIYURI's direct instruction, and the event ended with great success.
■ Instructor Profile
YURIYURI
Moving her base from Osaka to Tokyo, she is active in various fields such as guest shows at events, contest/battle judging, back dancing, and choreography.
With her team 'yuca+YURIYURI', she has advanced to the FINAL of JAPAN DANCE DELIGHT, one of the largest in Japan, and has had various experiences leading up to today.
With an atmosphere unique to female dancers, she mixes street elements like soul dance and step into Jazz dance, establishing her own moody and groovy style with a free sensibility that doesn't fit into conventional molds.
■ About 'Mynavi HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION 2026'
This is a dance contest for students currently enrolled in high schools and equivalent educational institutions nationwide. Started in 2015, this season marks its 11th edition. Qualifying rounds will be held in a total of 5 regions: Kanto, Kansai, Tohoku, Chubu, and Kyushu.
Schools passing each qualifier will advance to the final tournament, 'Mynavi HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION 2026 FINAL', to be held in April 2026, where the best dance club in Japan—students who poured their heart and soul into dance during high school—will be decided.
This season, the number of qualifying award slots has been expanded by three, increasing the number of people eligible for points. After the qualifiers, advancement to the finals is determined by point rankings...