Karaoke Manekineko Transforms from a 'Place to Sing' to a 'Place to Make Dreams Come True'! 2nd 'Mane Challe' Announced with Music Provided by Root from 'Sutopuri'!
Karaoke Manekineko is hosting its 2nd vocal audition 'Mane Challe' for ages 15-29. The winner will receive an original song produced by Root from the popular group Sutopuri.
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Koshidaka Amusement Co., Ltd., under the umbrella of Koshidaka Holdings Co., Ltd. (Tokyo Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President: Hiroshi Koshidaka), announces the holding of the second edition of the audition project 'Mane Challe' to discover next-generation stars set in the nationwide 'Karaoke Manekineko'.
This project is a vocal audition unique to the industry giant, evolving karaoke stores from a 'place to sing' to a 'place to make dreams come true'. For this second edition, 'Root', a member of the entertainment unit 'Sutopuri' which boasts immense popularity centering on the youth demographic, and who also works as a music producer, will provide the music.
[Special Page URL]
https://www.karaokemanekineko.jp/service/lv/manechalle/vocal2026/
[Mane Challe 2nd Edition Overview]
- Entry period: April 17 - May 17
- Eligibility: Those who like to sing (Ages 15 to 29)
- How to apply: Entry via the dedicated page
- Winner's prize: Provision of an original song by Root, plus subscription release, and karaoke distribution
[Feedback and Results of the 1st 'Mane Challe']
Number of applicants: Approx. 1,200 (Registered 2,000)
Winner: 1 person
Contracted artists: 5 people
Judging companies participating last time: Sony Music Entertainment / Victor Entertainment / Pony Canyon / KING RECORD / CE Music Creative Co., Ltd. / B-ZONE / upcoming Co., Ltd. / HoneyWorks
[Introduction of Root]
[Image: Producer/Composer (Root (Sutopuri))]
A member of the 2.5D idol group 'Sutopuri' supported by STPR Co., Ltd. His member color is yellow. Gaining popularity primarily through internet video distribution, he has 1.02 million YouTube channel subscribers, 700,000 TikTok followers, and a total of 5.34 million followers across various SNS. (As of February 2026)
He is also expanding his activities as a music creator in charge of music production, providing music to various creators including 'Sutopuri'...
This project is a vocal audition unique to the industry giant, evolving karaoke stores from a 'place to sing' to a 'place to make dreams come true'. For this second edition, 'Root', a member of the entertainment unit 'Sutopuri' which boasts immense popularity centering on the youth demographic, and who also works as a music producer, will provide the music.
[Special Page URL]
https://www.karaokemanekineko.jp/service/lv/manechalle/vocal2026/
[Mane Challe 2nd Edition Overview]
- Entry period: April 17 - May 17
- Eligibility: Those who like to sing (Ages 15 to 29)
- How to apply: Entry via the dedicated page
- Winner's prize: Provision of an original song by Root, plus subscription release, and karaoke distribution
[Feedback and Results of the 1st 'Mane Challe']
Number of applicants: Approx. 1,200 (Registered 2,000)
Winner: 1 person
Contracted artists: 5 people
Judging companies participating last time: Sony Music Entertainment / Victor Entertainment / Pony Canyon / KING RECORD / CE Music Creative Co., Ltd. / B-ZONE / upcoming Co., Ltd. / HoneyWorks
[Introduction of Root]
[Image: Producer/Composer (Root (Sutopuri))]
A member of the 2.5D idol group 'Sutopuri' supported by STPR Co., Ltd. His member color is yellow. Gaining popularity primarily through internet video distribution, he has 1.02 million YouTube channel subscribers, 700,000 TikTok followers, and a total of 5.34 million followers across various SNS. (As of February 2026)
He is also expanding his activities as a music creator in charge of music production, providing music to various creators including 'Sutopuri'...