Ten Yamasaki (Sakurazaka46) Appointed Cheering Ambassador for "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026 produced by SCHOOL OF LOCK!", the "Koshien of Music" for Teen Artists!
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- Ten Yamasaki (Sakurazaka46) Appointed Cheering Ambassador for "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026 produced by SCHOOL OF LOCK!", the "Koshien of Music" for Teen Artists!
- Ten Yamasaki from Sakurazaka46 has been appointed as the cheering ambassador for the teen-exclusive music competition "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026". The third-round live performances will begin in June, leading to the final stage at Zepp DiverCity on August 6th.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 5, 2026
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Ten Yamasaki from Sakurazaka46 has been appointed as the cheering ambassador for the teen-exclusive music competition "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026". The third-round live performances will begin in June, leading to the final stage at Zepp DiverCity on August 6th.
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- Ten Yamasaki (Sakurazaka46) Appointed Cheering Ambassador for "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026 produced by SCHOOL OF LOCK!", the "Koshien of Music" for Teen Artists! (June 5, 2026), PR Times
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- June 5, 2026
Ten Yamasaki from Sakurazaka46 has been appointed as the cheering ambassador for the teen-exclusive music competition "Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026". The third-round live performances will begin in June, leading to the final stage at Zepp DiverCity on August 6th.
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- 📰 Published: June 5, 2026 at 07:10
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"Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026 produced by SCHOOL OF LOCK!", a music competition exclusive to teenage artists, is being presented through a collaboration between the JFN38-station youth radio program "SCHOOL OF LOCK!" and Sony Music.
Following the second-round studio evaluations, teenage artists will perform in front of live audiences for the first time during the third-round live screenings starting June 13th. The final stage, where the grand prize winner will be determined, is set for August 6th (Thursday) at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO). Ten Yamasaki (Sakurazaka46) has been appointed as the "cheering ambassador" to support the participants. An original promotional poster featuring a rare photo of Yamasaki holding a guitar has been released to build excitement for the final.
◆ Comment from Ten Yamasaki
"I am Ten Yamasaki of Sakurazaka46, and I have been appointed as the ambassador for 'Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026'. Seeing teenagers putting their all into their music towards their dreams gives me so much inspiration and courage. Delivering one's thoughts and emotions through music is such a wonderful, special, and cool thing to do. Senkou Riot is a place where you can express the brilliance and passion of your 'now' to the fullest. I will do my best to support everyone so that each person's music reaches as many hearts as possible!"
◆ Third-Round Live House Screenings
The competition began its first round on February 16, 2026. The second round (studio evaluations) was held across 9 locations nationwide over 13 days. Guest artists will perform during the third round:
- June 13 (Sat) Tokyo: duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Guest: Dannie May
- June 14 (Sun) Tokyo: duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Guest: MON7A
- June 20 (Sat) Osaka: Yogibo Meta Valley, Guest: Haku.
Admission to all venues is free. The performances by the teen artists will be live-streamed, and voting will take place at a later date.
◆ Event Overview
Date: August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
Venue: Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO)
Special Sponsor: Mynavi
Following the second-round studio evaluations, teenage artists will perform in front of live audiences for the first time during the third-round live screenings starting June 13th. The final stage, where the grand prize winner will be determined, is set for August 6th (Thursday) at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO). Ten Yamasaki (Sakurazaka46) has been appointed as the "cheering ambassador" to support the participants. An original promotional poster featuring a rare photo of Yamasaki holding a guitar has been released to build excitement for the final.
◆ Comment from Ten Yamasaki
"I am Ten Yamasaki of Sakurazaka46, and I have been appointed as the ambassador for 'Mynavi Senkou Riot 2026'. Seeing teenagers putting their all into their music towards their dreams gives me so much inspiration and courage. Delivering one's thoughts and emotions through music is such a wonderful, special, and cool thing to do. Senkou Riot is a place where you can express the brilliance and passion of your 'now' to the fullest. I will do my best to support everyone so that each person's music reaches as many hearts as possible!"
◆ Third-Round Live House Screenings
The competition began its first round on February 16, 2026. The second round (studio evaluations) was held across 9 locations nationwide over 13 days. Guest artists will perform during the third round:
- June 13 (Sat) Tokyo: duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Guest: Dannie May
- June 14 (Sun) Tokyo: duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Guest: MON7A
- June 20 (Sat) Osaka: Yogibo Meta Valley, Guest: Haku.
Admission to all venues is free. The performances by the teen artists will be live-streamed, and voting will take place at a later date.
◆ Event Overview
Date: August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
Venue: Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO)
Special Sponsor: Mynavi
FAQ
Who is the cheer ambassador for 'MyNavi Senkou Riot 2026'?
Ten Yamazaki from Sakura Saketide has taken the role.
When and where will the final stage be held?
It will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO).
What is the format of the third live review?
It is the first live performance review with an audience, and admission is free. Guest artists will also perform.
Who are the guest artists for the third live review?
Dannie May will perform on the first day of the Tokyo venue on June 13, MON7A on the second day of the Tokyo venue on June 14, and Hak. will perform at the Osaka venue on June 20.
Who are the organizers of this event?
It is organized by the radio program 'SCHOOL OF LOCK!' broadcast on TOKYO FM and 38 JFN stations, in collaboration with Sony Music.