Join the Exciting Collaboration Campaign for The Idolmaster 'Garakuta Road' with JOYSOUND!

The much-anticipated karaoke campaign for the release of The Idolmaster: Garakuta Road has officially launched on May 25th! Hosted by USEN & U-NEXT GROUP's Xing, JOYSOUND is inviting fans to dive into a world of music, merchandise, and engaging activities inspired by the popular franchise.

The campaign celebrates the release of Garakuta Road, the theme song for the H.I.F chapter of The Idolmaster series. The song features an upbeat and catchy chorus paired with an adorable clay animation music video that has captured the hearts of fans everywhere. As part of this campaign, participants will be able to enjoy karaoke featuring the official music video as a backdrop!

Take Home Exclusive Merchandise!

Throughout the campaign, attendees visiting participating karaoke venues equipped with the latest JOYSOUND X1 and other models can use the free app KyokuNavi JOYSOUND to select songs including Garakuta Road. Every participant will receive an original waiting screen image with 13 different designs given out randomly. Plus, for those keen on an extra surprise, there's a chance to win exclusive Acrylic Bookmarks, with 130 bookmarks available across 10 different designs through a lucky draw! Every day allows one entry per song, so the more you sing, the more chances you have to win!

Producers, Share Your Voice!

In addition to karaoke fun, the campaign features an exciting aspect for fans and producers alike: a call for song recommendations from the Hoshihoshi Academy. Participants can share their favorite songs they wish to sing first and the emotional memories tied to them. The collective insights will be revealed on a dedicated special page later on! Moreover, JOYSOUND will also feature a playlist of the top 20 karaoke tracks from Hoshihoshi Academy on Apple Music, allowing fans to stay in tune with the popular songs.

How to Participate

The campaign runs from May 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Any karaoke venue with the specified JOYSOUND models is eligible. Simply download the KyokuNavi JOYSOUND app, book your songs, and collect your original waiting screen images before entering the lucky draw form provided on the app. Each participant can only enter the lucky draw once, so make sure your selections are meaningful!

Prize Breakdown:

- Participation Prize: Everyone who participates will receive random original waiting screen images (13 designs total).
- Lucky Draw: 10 winners for each of the 13 bookmark designs, with a total of 130 available!

This campaign is a golden opportunity for fans to not only indulge in their love for the music of The Idolmaster but also engage with the community by sharing their own memories. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy this collaboration between The Idolmaster and JOYSOUND!