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Mynavi High School Dance Competition 2026 Kyushu

The excitement is building for the Mynavi High School Dance Competition 2026, which will determine the best high school dance teams in Japan. The Kyushu preliminary round is set to take place on January 12, 2026, at the Fukuoka Citizen's Hall. This thrilling event is part of a series of competitions held nationwide, with high school dance clubs striving for a chance to compete in the finals in April 2026.

Event Details

• - Date: January 12, 2026 (Monday)
• - Time: Doors Open at 14:00, Event Starts at 14:30
• - Venue: Fukuoka Citizen's Hall, Middle Hall

5-2-2 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0001

Timetable (Tentative Schedule):
14:00 - Doors Open
14:30 - Competition Starts (Block A - SMALL, Block B - LARGE)
18:00 - Results Announcement and Award Ceremony

For more details about the rules, please check the official website: High Dan Rules

Judging Panel

The competition promises an esteemed panel of judges, each bringing their expertise to evaluate the performances:

• - Skill Judge: Jin (from ANIMALFUNK)

A rock dancer from Kumamoto, Jin is known for his unique presence and has made significant contributions to the Kyushu dance scene.

• - Creation Judge: TOMOKI

Based in Nagasaki, TOMOKI brings his experience in dance and performance directing to provide insights on artistic expressions in the competition.

• - Choreography Judge: cocoroyen (from japonica)

A rising star in the dance community, cocoroyen has gained recognition for their exceptional talent and creativity.

• - Visual Judge: Saki Fukumura (from la mer)

An experienced ballet and contemporary dance instructor, Saki adds a refined perspective on dance aesthetics.

• - Completeness Judge: illbilly dude (from THE ROMANTIC)

Known for his strong presence and innovative style, illbilly dude has made a name in both local and international dance competitions.

Upcoming Preliminaries

The Mynavi High School Dance Competition 2026 includes several preliminary rounds. Following Kyushu, upcoming competitions will be held on:

• - January 10, 2026: WEST vol.2
• - January 17, 2026: Tohoku
• - January 24-31, 2026: EAST vol.2 (two days) & Chubu
• - February 11-15, 2026: EAST vol.3 (two days)
• - February 22-23, 2026: WEST vol.3 (small and large categories)
• - Finals: April 18, 2026

About Mynavi High School Dance Competition

Launched in 2015, this competition is designed for high school students nationwide and aims to highlight the dedication and talent of young dancers. This year marks its 11th iteration, with regional preliminaries held across five different areas – Kanto, Kansai, Tohoku, Chubu, and Kyushu.
With expanded award spots in the preliminaries and a final challenge based on point rankings, the stakes are higher than ever. The ultimate goal? To crown the best high school dance team in Japan during the grand finale.

For more information about the competition, visit the Mynavi High School Dance Competition official website.