[Yoshinocho Civic Plaza] Applications Open for "Yoshinocho Dance Cup 2026" on November 15 (Sun)! (Applications Start: July 1 (Wed))

This autumn, Yoshinocho Civic Plaza (Yoshinocho, Minami Ward) will host a dance event open to anyone who loves to dance. The event will consist of two parts: a competition with four divisions (U-12, U-18, General, and U-12 Solo) and a showcase open to all genres and ages.

Highlights of Yoshinocho Dance Cup 2026

Present your daily practice results on the hall stage.

◆ Yoshinocho Dance Cup is a two-part event featuring a competition to determine rankings and a showcase for dance presentation and performance.

◆ Anyone who loves to dance can participate. Why not stand on the hall stage and showcase your unique performance under the dazzling lights?

(Scenes from last year's Yoshinocho Dance Cup) Award ceremony scene.

We are also looking for first-time competition participants! Divisions are set by age.

◆ Make Yoshinocho Dance Cup your "First Challenge"! This is an opportunity to perform in front of 200 audience members.

◆ Please consult with our staff if you have any concerns about participating.

<Classes for Evaluation>: U-12 Division (12 years and under), U-18 Division (18 years and under), General Division (19 years and over), U-12 Solo Division (12 years and under).

(Scenes from last year's Yoshinocho Dance Cup) Aiming for the best performance amidst tension.

Showcase Featuring Diverse Genres

◆ Dancers of a wide range of ages, from elementary school students to adults, and various genres will gather.

◆ It's also an opportunity to inspire each other by experiencing different dance genres.

◆ You can also enter the showcase along with the competition.

<Dance Genres Entered in the Past>:

Hip Hop, Jazz Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern Dance, Popping, Cheer Dance, Salsa, Kathak (North Indian Classical Dance), Uzbek Dance, Belly Dance, Kenbu (Sword Dance), and more.

(Scenes from last year's Yoshinocho Dance Cup) Various dance genres will be showcased.

Judges

◆ Sayo

Started dancing at age 6, has appeared as a backup dancer in music videos and produced stage performances/live shows for numerous famous artists in Japan and overseas.

Currently performing as a backup dancer for tuki.'s LIVE TOUR.

Sayo

◆ KANNA

Started dancing at age 4, with extensive experience including live performances and music videos for famous artists, performances at famous theme parks, and assisting famous dancers during her studies in New York. Currently active as a performer while working as an instructor.

KANNA

◆ Editor-in-Chief, Town News Company, Naka, Nishi, and Minami Wards

◆ Director, Yoshinocho Civic Plaza, and others.

<Yoshinocho Dance Cup 2026 Overview>

[Name] Yoshinocho Dance Cup 2026

[Date and Time] November 15, 2026 (Sun) 13:00 - 17:00 (scheduled)

[Venue] Yoshinocho Civic Plaza, 4th Floor Hall

[Application Period] July 1, 2026 (Wed) 14:00 - September 30, 2026 (Wed)

* The application period may change depending on the number of entries.

[Application] Via web form or in person at the venue.

* The performance order for the competition will be determined in reverse order, with the first person to enter being the last performer.

[Eligibility]

・ Groups or individuals who can perform at the time specified by the venue on the day of the event.

・ No age limit (Junior high school students and younger must be accompanied by an adult guardian).

・ Maximum 20 people (number of people who can perform on stage simultaneously).

・ The competition will have divisions for evaluation.

<Classes for Evaluation>: U-12 Division, U-18 Division, General Division (19 years and over), Solo Division (U-12 only).

・ All genres are welcome.

[Participation Fee, Number of Groups Accepted]

1 Showcase (performance only) 700 yen / person (regardless of the number of participants in the group)

Expected: 8 groups (6 minutes performance time)

2 Competition 1,000 yen / person (regardless of the number of participants in the group)

Expected: 12 groups (3 minutes performance time; 1 minute 30 seconds for solo division only)

* For details, please check the application guidelines posted on the Yoshinocho Civic Plaza website.

[Judges] Sayo (Dancer, extensive judging experience at major domestic dance contests)

KANNA (Dancer)

Editor-in-Chief, Town News Company, Naka, Nishi, and Minami Wards

Director, Yoshinocho Civic Plaza, and others.

[Organizer/Inquiries] Yokohama City Yoshinocho Civic Plaza, 5-26 Yoshinocho, Minami Ward, Yokohama, 232-0014

TEL: 045-243-9261 FAX: 045-243-9263

Designated Manager: Yoshinocho Iwama Art & Media Partners

[Cooperation] FUNBERGER (Studio-FUNRISE)

Yokohama Rapport, Center for Sports and Culture for Persons with Disabilities

[Access] 3 minutes walk from Yoshinocho Station on the Municipal Subway

7 minutes walk from Minami-Ota Station on the Keikyu Line

1 minute walk from Omiyanomiya bus stop.

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◆ Inquiries

Yokohama City Yoshinocho Civic Plaza

5-26 Yoshinocho, Minami Ward, Yokohama, 232-0014 Tel: 045-243-9261 E-mail: [email protected]

https://yoshinoplaza.jp/

Designated Manager: Yoshinocho Iwama Art & Media Partners (tvk Communications Inc., Yokohama Arts Foundation, Keikousha Co., Ltd., Yokohama Media Advance Inc.)

Yokohama City Yoshinocho Civic Plaza

A community cultural facility located in Minami Ward, Yokohama, equipped with a hall, gallery, meeting rooms, and three studios for rent.

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