The Exciting Details of The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter Event Revealed

Exciting Announcement: The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter

Dwango Inc. has just released the latest information regarding their upcoming festival celebrating Vocaloid culture, named The VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter. This thrilling event is set to take place from February 19 (Thursday) to February 23 (Monday, holiday) in 2026. As the excitement builds, various exciting collaborations and competition details have been announced, enhancing the event's allure for fans everywhere.

Collaborations with Films

Project Sekai Movie: REMIX Contest

Following the upcoming screening of the movie Theatrical Version: Project Sekai – The Broken World and the Voiceless Miku on January 17, 2026, a special REMIX project is launched. Fans are encouraged to create REMIX versions using insert songs Hello World and The Beginning of the Future. The STEM data, which consists of individual instrumental tracks essential for music production, will be available on the official VOCALOID Collection website. Exceptional entries will earn their creators a limited edition Blu-ray of the film.

Submission Details:

- Submission Period: February 21 (Saturday) 00:00 - February 23 (Monday, holiday) 17:00
- How to Participate: Create a REMIX of either of the designated songs and upload it on Nico Nico Douga while setting the genre to “Music/Sound” and tagging it as “VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter REMIX Entry.”
- Selected Tracks:

- Hello World (DECO27)
- The Beginning of the Future (40mP × sasakure.UK)

- Prize: One special limited edition Blu-ray of The Broken World and the Voiceless Miku
- Official Site: Project Sekai Movie

Chō Kaguyahime! Collaboration

The film Chō Kaguyahime!, streaming on Netflix from January 22, 2026, features popular Vocaloid producers such as ryo of supercell and kz of livetune, contributing to its soundtrack. This collaboration invites fans to submit REMIX works featuring performed songs by in-film characters. Similar to the previous collaboration, the necessary STEM data will also be available on the official website, and selected participants will receive lavish prizes, including signed posters.

Submission Details:

- Submission Period: February 21 (Saturday) 00:00 - February 23 (Monday, holiday) 17:00
- How to Participate: Create a REMIX of one of the designated songs and post it on Nico Nico Douga, ensuring it is tagged as “VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter REMIX Entry.”
- Selected Tracks:
- Takebune Overnight Sensation (HoneyWorks)
- Lonely Universe (Aqu3ra)
- Dreaming Island (yuigot)

- Prizes:
- Three sets featuring
- B2 poster signed by Yuuko Natsuyoshi, Saori Hayami, Anna Nagase, and Director Seigo Yamashita
- Original scriptbook-style notebook & special Kaguya stickers
- ¥10,000 Amazon gift card

- Official Site: Chō Kaguyahime!

New Categories in Vocaloid Exhibition

The Vocaloid Exhibition now allows for submissions of varied content including “performance” videos and MMD creations alongside the previously accepted original song entries. Entries will be shared on both Nico Nico Douga and via the official VOCALOID Collection live streams.

Submission Details:

- Submission Period: February 19 (Thursday) 19:00 - February 23 (Monday, holiday) 17:00
- How to Participate: Create and upload a video centered on content related to original compositions, or derivative works (REMIX, performance, MMD) using voice synthesis software. Ensure the entry is tagged as “VOCALOID Collection 2026 Winter ex.”

The Amazing VOCALOID Ranking

One of the main attractions of the VOCALOID Collection is the VOCALOID Ranking, where creators can compete in three categories: “TOP100” for original songs, “ROOKIE” focusing on new Vocaloid producers, and “REMIX.”

Submission Requirements:

- Submission Period:
- “TOP100” & “REMIX” category: February 21 (Saturday) 00:00 - February 23 (Monday, holiday) 17:00.
- “ROOKIE” category: February 20 (Friday) 19:00 - February 23 (Monday, holiday) 17:00.

- Prizes:
- Selected top performers will receive commendations and prize money. The overall winner receives a “Golden Shield.”
- Vocaloseka Prize winners (categories: “TOP100” & “ROOKIE”) will have their songs included in Project Sekai Colorful Stage! feat. Hatsune Miku*.