STARTO ENTERTAINMENT juniors hold Summer Festival 2026

A total of 41 junior performers from STARTO ENTERTAINMENT gathered at Kanadevia Hall in Tokyo for the ‘Junior Summer Festival 2026’. Held from August 29 to 31, the event featured performers with an average age of 14.3 years.

The stage included various performances ranging from traditional Japanese-themed sets using shamisen and fans to energetic dance routines. The performers showcased a variety of styles, including covers of senior artists' summer hits and original choreography.

The event concluded with the performance of ‘Idol ni Natta Hi’, a song written, composed, and choreographed by Kento Nakajima specifically for the juniors. The song reflects Nakajima’s own experiences and his philosophy regarding the idol profession.