ZICO and BOYNEXTDOOR's KOZ ENTERTAINMENT Announces Audition "KOZ 2026 Audition Tour – JAPAN"!

KOZ ENTERTAINMENT, a label under HYBE MUSIC GROUP, will hold its audition "KOZ 2026 Audition Tour – JAPAN" across seven cities in Japan (Sapporo, Sendai, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka, Okinawa). Entries open today.

KOZ ENTERTAINMENT, led by artist and producer ZICO, has drawn significant attention as a label that nurtures next-generation artists, including the six-member boy group BOYNEXTDOOR, who debuted in 2023 and are now active globally.

Continuing to pursue musical diversity, KOZ ENTERTAINMENT looks forward to enthusiastic participation from individuals with the drive and talent to open new possibilities.

For more details, please visit the KOZ Audition website (https://koz.hybeaudition.com/ja/).

["KOZ 2026 Audition Tour – JAPAN" Overview]

<Eligibility>

Born between 2008 and 2016 (open to all nationalities and genders)

<Application Categories>

Choose one from vocal, rap, or dance.

●Vocal / Rap: A cappella (no accompaniment)

●Dance: Please prepare your music track on your own smartphone or tablet device

*For all categories, please prepare a performance within one minute.

<Application Period>

●Pre-registration Period

June 29, 2026 (Mon) – Until the day before the audition date in each region

●On-site Registration (Walk-in)

Please arrive directly at the venue between 14:00–15:00 on the audition day to register. (*Tokyo venue only: 17:00–18:00)

*Please note that entries will not be accepted after the registration closing time.

<In-Person Audition>

●Osaka

Date and Time: July 25, 2026 (Sat) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Osaka School of Music Vocational School

●Sapporo

Date and Time: July 25, 2026 (Sat) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Sapporo Music & Dance & Broadcasting Vocational School

●Tokyo

Date and Time: July 26, 2026 (Sun) 15:00–18:00

Venue: Tokyo School of Music & Dance Vocational School

●Nagoya

Date and Time: August 9, 2026 (Sun) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Nagoya School of Music & Dance Vocational School

●Sendai

Date and Time: September 5, 2026 (Sat) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Sendai School of Music & Dance Vocational School

●Fukuoka

Date and Time: September 6, 2026 (Sun) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Fukuoka School of Music & Dance Vocational School

●Okinawa

Date and Time: September 12, 2026 (Sat) 12:00–15:00

Venue: Okinawa Ruff & Peace Vocational School

Important Notes

*On the audition day, priority for ID verification and receipt of participant numbers will be given to those who have pre-registered. Pre-registration is highly recommended.

*On the day, please bring a valid ID (student ID, passport, My Number card, etc.) and the "Audition Registration Confirmation Email" containing your application number.

*Applicants under 16 years of age must have consent from a legal guardian (e.g., parent). Without confirmed consent, participation in the audition will not be permitted.