“NEXT PLAYERS SUMMIT — Gathering of Challengers —” to be held in Tokyo on August 4th, creating new encounters for actors and production staff

A networking event where actors and production staff gather to create new works and careers.

Ares-stone Entertainment Co., Ltd. (CEO: Sakura Suke Kimura), in joint sponsorship with Mr. Tomonori Koyanagi, will hold the “NEXT PLAYERS SUMMIT — Gathering of Challengers —” in Tokyo on August 4, 2026 (Tue).

This event is a networking event aimed at fostering encounters that lead to new productions and casting, bringing together actors, actresses, models, as well as directors, producers, and casting directors involved in films, dramas, commercials, and short dramas.

Background of the Event

As an actor, I have realized that many talented actors face the challenge of having "talent but no connections" or "few opportunities to be known by directors and producers." On the other hand, we often hear from the production side that they "want to meet new talent but have limited contact points." This networking event aims to connect both parties and create opportunities for new productions and casting to emerge.

Program for the Day

・Opening Remarks by Organizers

・Talk Session by Directors and Producers

・Q&A with Production Staff

・Short Drama Screening

・Networking and Business Card Exchange

*The program for the day may be subject to change.

Organizer Comments

"Even with talent, without connections, one cannot participate in productions. Through this networking event, I want to create a place where actors who are serious about challenging themselves can meet with production staff who are serious about creating works, leading to new productions and casting."

Ares-stone Entertainment Co., Ltd.

Representative Director & Actor, Sakura Suke Kimura

"The entertainment industry is one where even those with good material and the ability to work hard cannot succeed without information. Through this networking event, let's build connections and, through high-quality information, strategize together for your future success!"

Producer, Tomonori Koyanagi

Event Overview

Date: August 4, 2026 (Tue)

Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Venue: TUNNEL TOKYO (Minato-ku, Tokyo) 1-1-1 Nishi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0033

Sumitomo Fudosan Osaki Garden Tower 9F.

Capacity: 150 people

Target Participants:

・Actors

・Actresses

・Models

・Film and Drama Production Staff

・Directors

・Producers

・Casting Directors

Participation Fee: ¥5,000 (tax included)

*Cash payment only on the day of the event

Advance Registration Form

https://forms.gle/p9tJMYqkx3Jswz9U7

Inquiries from Media and Event Information

[email protected]

About Ares-stone Entertainment Co., Ltd.

Ares-stone Entertainment Co., Ltd. is an entertainment company that operates talent agencies and SNS marketing businesses. We nurture and produce actors, actresses, and models not only to "perform" but also to become multi-creators active in various fields such as SNS, advertising, short dramas, and corporate PR. We also support corporate marketing and brand value enhancement through the power of entertainment by producing short dramas, managing SNS, and casting. With the mission of "expanding the potential of talent" and "accelerating corporate business with the power of entertainment," we continue to create new value.

Tomonori Koyanagi (Joint Organizer)

Serves as producer for many commercial films and video works. He is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of actors by organizing study sessions and workshops for actors. Utilizing his on-site experience and extensive network, he is working to discover new talent and develop the entertainment industry.