World's Largest Idol Festival 'TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL' x 'TRUSTAR Inc.' Audition 'TIF de Debut 2026' to be Held! Applications Open April 3rd!

TRUSTAR Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo) is pleased to announce the 'TIF de Debut 2026' idol audition, a joint project with "TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL 2026 (TIF2026)", TWIN PLANET Inc., and SHOWROOM Inc. Applications are open until May 3rd (Sunday). Official website: https://tif-de-debut.com/ This audition is a collaboration with the world's largest idol festival, "TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL", and has previously produced groups such as "Sweet Alley", "Karen na Ivory", "Takane no Nadeshiko", "Ma'Scar'Piece", and "Pastel Closet". For 'TIF de Debut 2026', TRUSTAR Inc., a comprehensive entertainment production company that represents talents like Kumiko Funayama, Rena Takeda, Mario Kuroba, Airi Shimizu, Daito Imai, and Suzuka Tomita, is partnering to produce a new idol group. ## 『TIF de Debut 2026』Overview **Application Period:** Friday, April 3, 2026 - Sunday, May 3, 2026 **Eligibility:** * Women aged 15 to 27 (under 28 years old as of May 3, 2026) * Amateur (not affiliated with a specific talent agency) * Experience not required * Must be able to participate in the second screening and subsequent rounds **Application Method:** Apply through the official website (https://tif-de-debut.com/) **Prizes:** * Event appearance at "TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL 2026" * Joining the new idol group as a member * Exclusive contract with TRUSTAR Inc. * Guaranteed MV broadcast on terrestrial television * Additional prizes may be added in the future **Special Prize:** Exclusive contract with TWIN PLANET **Schedule/Screening Content** Application Period: Accepting applications until Sunday, May 3 1st Screening: Document screening April 4 (Saturday) - May 4 (Monday) 2nd Screening: Practical and interview screening April 11 (Saturday) - May 6 (Wednesday) 3rd Screening: SHOWROOM May 9 (Saturday) - June 21 (Sunday) Individual Interviews: Scheduled to be conducted as needed once finalists for the camp/final screening are decided 4th Screening: Camp and final screening Saturday, June 27 - Monday, June 29 Pre-debut Practice Period: Tuesday, June 30 - Thursday, July 30 TIF de Debut: Performance at TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL 2026 (July 31 - Aug 2) *One day scheduled **Notes** * There is no application fee for this audition. * Applicants are responsible for their own travel expenses to screening venues. * Minors must obtain consent from a legal guardian before applying. * For recommendations, the recommender must obtain consent from the candidate before applying. * Please note that portraits recorded or photographed during the selection process may be used in various media, including television, magazines, and websites, related to this audition. * Any posting on social media such as X, Instagram, or Facebook regarding the results or screening process is strictly prohibited. * There is no revenue sharing for in-app purchases made during this audition (e.g., SHOWROOM streaming auditions). * The audition office will send emails. Please ensure your spam filter settings allow for incoming emails. ## Ambassador Comment / Profile TRUSTAR member Suzuka Tomita appointed! I am honored to serve as the ambassador for TIF de debut 2026. I believe being an idol is a wonderful activity where one can chase their own dreams while also becoming someone else's dream. I would be happy if I could be of even a little support to the precious feelings of wanting to 'become' and the courage to challenge yourselves! I sincerely look forward to witnessing the important first steps of everyone pursuing their dreams. Born January 18, 2001. From Kanagawa Prefecture. Debuted in August 2017 as a 2nd generation member of Keyakizaka46 (now Hinatazaka46). With overwhelming singing ability and variety skills, she is active in musicals, variety shows, and as a radio personality. She will play June, the second daughter of the protagonist Rose, in the musical "GYPSY" starring Shinobu Otake, which opens in May. ## Contact Information TIF de Debut Executive Committee TEL: 03-6427-1474 MAIL: info@tif-de-debut.com Keywords: Idol, Festival, TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL, TIF, Audition, Idol Audition, TIF de Debut