METEORA st. DANCE ARTISTZ AUDITION Vol.01 Announces Final Judges! — Industry-leading Producers & Creators Join the Judging Panel —
ISARIBI Corporation's creator label, "METEORA st.," has announced the final judges for its nationwide audition, "METEORA st. DANCE ARTISTZ AUDITION Vol.01." Eight prominent figures from the dance, anime music, internet culture, and entertainment industries will participate in the judging to discover new talent and select new members for existing groups and starting members for new projects.
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ISARIBI Corporation (Representative Director: Hiromi Tagawa / Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), which operates the creator label "METEORA st.", is pleased to announce the guest judges for the final selection of the nationwide audition "METEORA st. DANCE ARTISTZ AUDITION Vol.01," currently accepting entries, to be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
This audition aims to discover new talent in the dance and performance fields, and to select new members for existing groups and starting members for new projects. The final selection will comprehensively evaluate expressiveness, technique, and individuality through a public performance with the groups they are scheduled to join.
This time, a stellar lineup of 8 individuals who are active at the forefront of dance, anime music, internet culture, and entertainment will serve as judges.
- Charisma.com Cantaro / Representative Director, Anomaly Inc.
- Akihiro Tomita / Aria Entertainment Inc.
- Yuki Hashiguchi / Producer, Dwango Co., Ltd.
- Junnosuke Sato / REAL AKIBA RECORDZ
- Takanobu Hazeyama / SACRA MUSIC
- Getz / METEORA st. Choreographer and Director
- Yukihisa Takami / Style Cube Co., Ltd.
- Keita Sakakibara / Chairman, REAL AKIBA GROUP
Judges with diverse perspectives, from producers leading the dance scene to key persons in the anime and music industries, and creators deeply knowledgeable in internet culture, have gathered. The final selection will be a "real stage that carves out the future" for the participants.
■ Recruitment Categories
This audition is recruiting new members for the following three groups, as well as a special development slot.
【Anatasia (New Member Recruitment)】
A 5-member dance group active mainly on Niconico Douga and YouTube, boasting over 100 million total views. They are popular for their "Odottemita" (I tried dancing) performances, which incorporate various genres centered on breakdance and acrobatics. This time, they are seeking new members to enhance their performance.
【RAJ GLANZ (New Member Recruitment)】
An otaku-style performance unit produced by REAL AKIBA BOYZ. They showcase a striking presence with genre-less and highly difficult physical performances, including dance and tricking. This time, they are recruiting new members to enhance their performance.
【New Girls Group (Starting Member Recruitment)】
Scheduled to debut in July 2026 with the concept "REAL AKIBA × REAL OTAKU." They reimagine the Akihabara symbol of "maid" in a modern way, expressing a classic x cyber worldview. With authentic dance performances, they aim to fuse fashion, culture, and performance and deliver it to the world.
【Development Slot: REAL AKIBA JUNIORZ】
We welcome those who, even if currently incomplete, want to refine their skills and expressiveness and challenge themselves for the future.
We will comprehensively evaluate not only current skills and experience but also individuality, motivation, and future growth potential.
Through activities as REAL AKIBA JUNIORZ, we will provide opportunities for skill improvement and practical experience. (Applicants for Anatasia, RAJ GLANZ, and Girls Dance Group may also be guided to the development slot depending on the screening results).
Final candidates will perform a public performance with the groups they are scheduled to join on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at LIVEHOUSE＆CLUB ANTHEM AKIBA in Tokyo. This real stage in front of an audience will be the final selection. Successful applicants will receive an exclusive contract with METEORA st. and opportunities to appear in large-scale dance events.
■ Audition Schedule
Application Start: Friday, April 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 23:59
1st Screening (Documents/Videos): Mid-May (Only successful applicants will be notified)
2nd Screening (Practical Skills/Interview): Saturday, June 13, 2026 @ Tokyo area
Final Selection (Public Performance): Saturday, June 27, 2026 @ LIVEHOUSE＆CLUB ANTHEM AKIBA
■ Eligibility
Individuals between 13 and 30 years old, in good physical and mental health *Gender not specified (residing in Japan)
Able to work in Tokyo after passing (Those residing in rural areas need to move to Tokyo)
Minors require parental consent (Parental interview mandatory for 13-17 year olds)
■ How to Apply
Please apply via the official LINE account for "METEORA st. DANCE ARTISTZ AUDITION."
*Entries via mail or other methods outside of LINE are not accepted.
Application Form URL: https://liff.line.me/2
This audition aims to discover new talent in the dance and performance fields, and to select new members for existing groups and starting members for new projects. The final selection will comprehensively evaluate expressiveness, technique, and individuality through a public performance with the groups they are scheduled to join.
This time, a stellar lineup of 8 individuals who are active at the forefront of dance, anime music, internet culture, and entertainment will serve as judges.
- Charisma.com Cantaro / Representative Director, Anomaly Inc.
- Akihiro Tomita / Aria Entertainment Inc.
- Yuki Hashiguchi / Producer, Dwango Co., Ltd.
- Junnosuke Sato / REAL AKIBA RECORDZ
- Takanobu Hazeyama / SACRA MUSIC
- Getz / METEORA st. Choreographer and Director
- Yukihisa Takami / Style Cube Co., Ltd.
- Keita Sakakibara / Chairman, REAL AKIBA GROUP
Judges with diverse perspectives, from producers leading the dance scene to key persons in the anime and music industries, and creators deeply knowledgeable in internet culture, have gathered. The final selection will be a "real stage that carves out the future" for the participants.
■ Recruitment Categories
This audition is recruiting new members for the following three groups, as well as a special development slot.
【Anatasia (New Member Recruitment)】
A 5-member dance group active mainly on Niconico Douga and YouTube, boasting over 100 million total views. They are popular for their "Odottemita" (I tried dancing) performances, which incorporate various genres centered on breakdance and acrobatics. This time, they are seeking new members to enhance their performance.
【RAJ GLANZ (New Member Recruitment)】
An otaku-style performance unit produced by REAL AKIBA BOYZ. They showcase a striking presence with genre-less and highly difficult physical performances, including dance and tricking. This time, they are recruiting new members to enhance their performance.
【New Girls Group (Starting Member Recruitment)】
Scheduled to debut in July 2026 with the concept "REAL AKIBA × REAL OTAKU." They reimagine the Akihabara symbol of "maid" in a modern way, expressing a classic x cyber worldview. With authentic dance performances, they aim to fuse fashion, culture, and performance and deliver it to the world.
【Development Slot: REAL AKIBA JUNIORZ】
We welcome those who, even if currently incomplete, want to refine their skills and expressiveness and challenge themselves for the future.
We will comprehensively evaluate not only current skills and experience but also individuality, motivation, and future growth potential.
Through activities as REAL AKIBA JUNIORZ, we will provide opportunities for skill improvement and practical experience. (Applicants for Anatasia, RAJ GLANZ, and Girls Dance Group may also be guided to the development slot depending on the screening results).
Final candidates will perform a public performance with the groups they are scheduled to join on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at LIVEHOUSE＆CLUB ANTHEM AKIBA in Tokyo. This real stage in front of an audience will be the final selection. Successful applicants will receive an exclusive contract with METEORA st. and opportunities to appear in large-scale dance events.
■ Audition Schedule
Application Start: Friday, April 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 23:59
1st Screening (Documents/Videos): Mid-May (Only successful applicants will be notified)
2nd Screening (Practical Skills/Interview): Saturday, June 13, 2026 @ Tokyo area
Final Selection (Public Performance): Saturday, June 27, 2026 @ LIVEHOUSE＆CLUB ANTHEM AKIBA
■ Eligibility
Individuals between 13 and 30 years old, in good physical and mental health *Gender not specified (residing in Japan)
Able to work in Tokyo after passing (Those residing in rural areas need to move to Tokyo)
Minors require parental consent (Parental interview mandatory for 13-17 year olds)
■ How to Apply
Please apply via the official LINE account for "METEORA st. DANCE ARTISTZ AUDITION."
*Entries via mail or other methods outside of LINE are not accepted.
Application Form URL: https://liff.line.me/2