AWA Announces 'International Singing Contest Vol. 2' Featuring Popular VSingers from Japan and Taiwan
AWA Co., Ltd., operator of the music streaming service AWA, has announced it will hold the online event 'International Singing Contest Vol. 2' on July 10, 2026, featuring VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan. Following the well-received first event in March 2025, this installment continues the concept of 'crossing borders with music' to support artists' global activities. The event will be held for free in AWA's online space, 'AWA Lounge,' with the winning team receiving promotional rights in both Japan and Taiwan.
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AWA Co., Ltd., which operates the subscription-based music streaming service AWA, has announced that it will hold the 'International Singing Contest Vol. 2,' an online event featuring VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan, on Friday, July 10, 2026. A special website has also been launched ahead of the event.
With the goal of increasing opportunities for VSingers and singers to be active globally, AWA held the first 'International Singing Contest' in March 2025 under the concept of 'crossing borders with music.' The event, which featured over 20 artists from Japan and Taiwan, was well-received by listeners from both countries.
The second event has been decided upon due to the positive response from the first. It will be held in 'AWA Lounge,' a free online space provided by AWA, where popular VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan will compete in two teams. The winning team will be determined by audience support through Flower Chats, Flower Stamps, and voting on the day of the event. The prize will be promotional rights in both Japan and Taiwan, including outdoor advertising, playlist features, and banner placements.
Furthermore, listeners can earn exclusive prizes, such as limited-edition voice clips and acrylic stands, based on their support via Flower Chats and Flower Stamps. As part of the prizes, digital acrylic stands will also be provided in cooperation with 'V-tamp,' a service that allows creators to easily create and sell 3D digital goods using illustrations and audio.
Event Details:
- Event Name: International Singing Contest
- Date and Time: July 10, 2026 (Fri) 20:00-22:00 (JST, planned)
- Location: AWA Lounge (Online)
- Fee: Free
- Number of Performers: Over 15 VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan
- Organizer: AWA Co., Ltd.
- Sponsor: V-tamp
The first lineup of six artists has been announced: Enma Ruri, Setono Toto, and Kannagi Tenri from Japan, and Mizuki, Itsuki, and Nyrfier from Taiwan. More artists will be announced sequentially.
Additionally, starting June 19, AWA will host a qualifying event in the Lounge, where artists can compete for a spot in the main event. Any user with an AWA account can participate.
The sponsor, 'V-tamp,' is a fan activity platform that allows for the easy creation and sale of digital goods through illustrations and voice. AWA stated it will continue to create an environment where VSingers and singers can thrive and aims to further invigorate the industry.
With the goal of increasing opportunities for VSingers and singers to be active globally, AWA held the first 'International Singing Contest' in March 2025 under the concept of 'crossing borders with music.' The event, which featured over 20 artists from Japan and Taiwan, was well-received by listeners from both countries.
The second event has been decided upon due to the positive response from the first. It will be held in 'AWA Lounge,' a free online space provided by AWA, where popular VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan will compete in two teams. The winning team will be determined by audience support through Flower Chats, Flower Stamps, and voting on the day of the event. The prize will be promotional rights in both Japan and Taiwan, including outdoor advertising, playlist features, and banner placements.
Furthermore, listeners can earn exclusive prizes, such as limited-edition voice clips and acrylic stands, based on their support via Flower Chats and Flower Stamps. As part of the prizes, digital acrylic stands will also be provided in cooperation with 'V-tamp,' a service that allows creators to easily create and sell 3D digital goods using illustrations and audio.
Event Details:
- Event Name: International Singing Contest
- Date and Time: July 10, 2026 (Fri) 20:00-22:00 (JST, planned)
- Location: AWA Lounge (Online)
- Fee: Free
- Number of Performers: Over 15 VSingers and singers from Japan and Taiwan
- Organizer: AWA Co., Ltd.
- Sponsor: V-tamp
The first lineup of six artists has been announced: Enma Ruri, Setono Toto, and Kannagi Tenri from Japan, and Mizuki, Itsuki, and Nyrfier from Taiwan. More artists will be announced sequentially.
Additionally, starting June 19, AWA will host a qualifying event in the Lounge, where artists can compete for a spot in the main event. Any user with an AWA account can participate.
The sponsor, 'V-tamp,' is a fan activity platform that allows for the easy creation and sale of digital goods through illustrations and voice. AWA stated it will continue to create an environment where VSingers and singers can thrive and aims to further invigorate the industry.