"Fan+ Live Audition 2026" Introduces New "User Voting" System to Determine Opening Act for Major Outdoor Festival

Fanplus Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Gen Sato), which operates fan sites for music artists, will implement "User Voting" as a new judging criterion for the "Fan+ Live Audition 2026," an ongoing live performance audition, to directly reflect fans' passionate support in the judging process.

The grand prize winner of this audition will receive the opportunity to perform as the opening act on the first day of the major outdoor rock festival "Nakatsugawa WILD WOOD 2026," scheduled to be held on September 19 (Sat.) and 20 (Sun.), 2026.

As this is a crucial judging stage that can lead to a dream stage for artists, this year marks the first attempt to adopt a strict hybrid scoring system that combines this "User Voting" with "Judge Voting" from a professional perspective.

Voting tickets required for "User Voting" will be available simultaneously on the official marketplace "Fanpla Market" starting at 9:00 PM on July 24, 2026 (Fri.). We look forward to your participation in this new judging system, where fans and artists can work together to aim for the dream stage, going beyond traditional support.

How to Participate in "User Voting"

Listeners and fans can participate in the voting by obtaining and purchasing one of the following three types of tickets on the official marketplace "Fanpla Market." A serial code will be provided via email at a later date for voting.

【Ticket Acquisition/Purchase Site】

Fanpla Market

URL: https://fanplamarket.com/

User Guide: https://note.com/fanpla/all

*Tickets will be available and offered simultaneously starting at 9:00 PM on July 24, 2026 (Fri.).

▼ Three Types of Tickets Offered on "Fanpla Market"

<Basic Participation Ticket>

1 "Voting Participation Ticket" (Free)

Overview: A basic free ticket that anyone can obtain within Fanpla Market.

Serial Code for Voting: 1 serial code will be provided to users who obtain the ticket within the period.

Acquisition Period: 9:00 PM, July 24, 2026 (Fri.) to 11:59 AM, August 6, 2026 (Thu.)

2 "Support Ticket" (Paid)

Overview: A paid ticket that can strongly back up (boost) your favorite artist.

Serial Code for Voting: 1 serial code per ticket purchased.

Quantity Limit: Maximum of 10 tickets per person. Limited to 1,000 tickets on a first-come, first-served basis (sales end when sold out).

Price: 100 FPL (Current FPL price here)

Acquisition Period: 9:00 PM, July 24, 2026 (Fri.) to 11:59 AM, August 6, 2026 (Thu.)

Additionally, for those who wish to participate in the final live judging event to be held at Shibuya CLUB CRAWL on July 31, the following ticket will be offered. Obtaining this ticket will complete your application for a lottery to be invited to the final live judging event. Those who are selected and attend the event in person will receive an additional serial code via email later as a special vote.

<Invitation Application Ticket Linked to Final Live Judging>

3 "Judge Invitation Application Ticket" (Free)

Overview: A free ticket for a lottery to participate as a "judge" in the final live judging event scheduled for July 31.

Serial Code for Voting: 1 serial code will be provided to each person who wins the lottery and participates in the final live judging event.

Acquisition Period: 9:00 PM, July 24, 2026 (Fri.) to 11:59 PM, July 26, 2026 (Sun.)

*Please note that if you do not participate in the final live judging event after winning the lottery, you will not be eligible for the serial code.

For more detailed information on voting, please check the "Fan+ Live Audition 2026" special website.

【Special Website】

https://fanpla.jp/feature/liveaudition2026

Future Audition and Voting Schedule

June 10, 2026 (Wed.) - July 6, 2026 (Mon.) 11:59 PM

Artist Entry Period

July 7, 2026 (Tue.) - July 14, 2026 (Tue.)

First Round Judging (Audio/Document Screening)

Around 9:00 PM, July 24, 2026 (Fri.)

Announcement of Artists Passing First Round Judging (Announced on TOKYO FM's "FESTIVAL OUT" program)

9:00 PM, July 24, 2026 (Fri.)

Simultaneous Offering of Three Types of Voting Tickets on "Fanpla Market"

July 31, 2026 (Fri.)

Final Live Judging @ Shibuya CLUB CRAWL

6:00 PM, July 31, 2026 (Fri.) - 11:59 PM, August 9, 2026 (Sun.)

Voting Period

Around 9:00 PM, August 21, 2026 (Fri.)

Announcement of Grand Prix Artist (Announced on TOKYO FM's "FESTIVAL OUT" program)

September 19, 2026 (Sat.)

Grand Prix Winning Artist Performs as Opening Act at "Nakatsugawa WILD WOOD 2026"

Audition Overview

Fan+ Live Audition 2026 (Read: Fanplus Live Audition Two Thousand Twenty-Six)

A live performance audition presented by the fan club platform "Fan+Kit."

【Application Requirements】

Individuals who have established a fan club or official site on Fan+Kit by July 6, 2026 (Mon.) (as of the time of entry).

Individuals who possess original music and are active as artists with music as their focus.

No age or gender restrictions.

No nationality restrictions (limited to residents of Japan).

Individuals who can adjust their schedules for the final live judging on July 31, 2026 (Fri.) and the live performance on September 19, 2026 (Sat.).

Individuals who can appear on radio programs.

【Special Website】

https://fanpla.jp/feature/liveaudition2026

Event Overview

Nakatsugawa WILD WOOD 2026

【Dates】September 19 (Sat.), 20 (Sun.), 2026

【Venue】Special Stage within Nakatsugawa Park, Gifu Prefecture

【Event Official Website】

https://nakatsugawawildwood.com/2026/

*Please check the event's official website for details on ticket sales, etc.

Company Name: Fanplus Inc. (Fanplus)

Location: 9F, Shibuya Nanto Tokyu Building, 3-12-18 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Gen Sato, Representative Director

Established: March 2007

Business Overview: Planning, development, and operation of fan sites and fan clubs

Development and operation of online sales systems for artist merchandise

Planning and operation of music media

URL: https://fanplus.co.jp/

【Contact/Media Inquiries】

Fanplus Inc. General Affairs and Accounting Department, Public Relations

E-mail: [email protected]

*Fanplus and the "Fanplus" logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fanplus Inc.

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