Exciting New Year Celebration: Colorful Cast's Gala Festival Ad Truck Launch

Celebrating the New Year with the Colorful Cast Gala Festival

As 2026 dawns, Colorful Casting Co., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, is ushering in the new year with an exciting initiative: the ad truck, aptly named the ‘Color Cast Truck.’ Starting January 1, this mobile celebration will roll through the bustling streets of Tokyo from 1 PM, heralding the grand launch of the first large-scale giveaway campaign, the ‘#ColorCastGalaFestival.’ The event will be narrated by two prominent figures in the anime industry—voice actor Tomoyo Takayanagi and scriptwriter Masafumi Sugiura—who are teaming up for their inaugural collaboration!

Highlights of the Color Cast Truck

1. First Ad Truck Appearance by Tomoyo Takayanagi
Tomoyo Takayanagi, renowned for lending her voice to numerous anime characters and leading roles in popular games, will lend her voice on the Color Cast Truck for the first time. She promises to deliver a captivating narration that resonates through the streets, distinct from her traditional dubbing work.

2. Dynamic Narration by Hitmaker Masafumi Sugiura
Known for his work on various anime series, Masafumi Sugiura (executive director of Pita Inc.) has crafted an original narration that captures the spirit of the incoming Year of the Horse in 2026. His vibrant wordplay is designed to captivate the attention of passersby, enriching their urban experience.

Schedule and Route

- Start Date: January 1, 2026 (Thursday, public holiday), 1 PM
- Areas Covered: Major districts in Tokyo, including Shibuya, Harajuku, Omotesando, Shinjuku, Shin-Okubo, and Akihabara.

Profiles of the Creators

- Voice Actor: Tomoyo Takayanagi

Associated with Raccoon-Dog, Takayanagi has lent her voice to notable characters, such as Oguri Cap in “Uma Musume Cinderella Gray,” Makina Agatsuma in “Kakushite! Makina-san!!,” and Mikan Hinatsuki in “Machikado Mazoku.” You can learn more about her here.

- Scriptwriter: Masafumi Sugiura

As the CEO of Pita Inc., Sugiura has penned scripts for numerous acclaimed works, including the manga adaptation of “Uma Musume Cinderella Gray” and the series structure and script for “Touken Ranbu - Hanamaru.” More information can be found here.

About the #ColorCastGalaFestival Campaign

This event invites users to partake in an engaging experience by entering their profiles within the app during the campaign period. By accessing a special page, users can participate in an online lottery to discover their prize instantly.

- Campaign Period: January 1, 2026 - January 15, 2026
- Prizes: Amazon gift codes worth up to 10,000 yen
- Participants: All registered users of Colorful Casting
- How to Participate:

1. Log into the entertainment app “Color Cast.”
2. Enter or update your profile information.
3. Challenge yourself through the lottery on the special page within the app.

Note: To claim your prize, ensure that your profile is fully completed as per the requirements. Additional original events will also take place during the campaign, offering a variety of engagement options, including social media participation and contests.

Link to Campaign Details

What is Colorful Casting?

Colorful Casting (https://colorfulcast.com) is a next-generation entertainment app that enables users to connect with opportunities for jobs, performances, and fan interactions through a free profile registration system. With a diverse array of talent including influencers, models, actors, voice actors, and musicians, this platform serves as a means for businesses to enhance their visibility while offering individuals a chance to showcase and utilize their talents. Colorful Casting is accessible through iOS, Android, and web platforms, attracting a supportive user base. As of August 2025, the app has surpassed 100,000 registrants, solidifying its presence.