Produce 101 Japan Exclusive KCON LA Auditions
CJ Entertainment
Looking to become an idol?
Well, now here is your chance!
Produce 101 Japan is coming to KCON LA, holding auditions for their largest-scale idol survival audition program – Produce 101 Japan – SHINSEKAI (New World).
The series has launched the careers of successful J-pop groups, such as JO1, INI, and ME:I. Now, there’s a chance for American youth to partake in the show. For the first time in the show’s history, the project is opening up auditions globally, launching international broadcasts, and having global fan voting.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 17: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (L-R) Tsurubo Shion, Kawanishi Takumi, Kawashiri Ren, Shiroiwa Ruki, Kimata Syoya, Kono Junki, Kinjo Sukai, Sato Keigo, Mamehara Issei, Yonashiro Sho and Ohira Shosei of JO1 attend the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California on March 17, 2025. Broadcasted live on FOX. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for iHeartRadio)
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Exclusive on-site auditions will be held during KCON LA this weekend, giving young performers from across America a chance to earn a spot in the program. To be eligible for the audition, participants must be male and aged 15 or older as of February 1, 2026. The audition is open to all nationalities, with no restrictions on experience or background, including proficiency in the Japanese language. They must be able to travel internationally, and minors are required to obtain consent from their parents or guardians.
If selected as members, the winners will receive an exclusive contract with LAPONE Entertainment (a joint venture between CJ Entertainment and Yoshimoto Kogyo), including activities in Japan with global promotions, appearances on major music programs in Japan and Korea, and a planned global debut in 2026.
KCON LA 2025 On-Site Audition Info:
Dates: Friday, August 1 – Sunday, August 3
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM (PST)
Venue: LA Convention Center, West Hall, Room 510
Potential participants can pre-register here. In the “Self-Introduction” section, write: “Applying for Exclusive KCON On-Site LA Audition,” and upload the required photos and video clips.
For those who would like to walk in and audition, please visit the on-site registration in Room 510 at the venue and scan the QR code displayed there to complete the application. You will then receive an audition time from the staff to participate. Please note that slots are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
The audition will consist of a 1-minute performance (vocal, dance, rap – choose one or more), either a cappella or music-supported, and a short interview.
If selected, the new season of Produce 101 Japan is scheduled to film and air in the first half of 2026. Good luck!