The Setagaya Dream Project’s “Dream Contest 2026 FINAL” was held at Showa Women's University Hitomi Memorial Hall, where 20 finalists from the Dream Music and Dream Dance categories delivered energetic performances.
Dream Contest 2026 FINAL was held as part of an initiative to revitalize Setagaya Ward and help young people realize their dreams. Following applications and judging beginning in June, 20 finalists (10 in the Dream Music category and 10 in the Dream Dance category) took the stage. After rigorous judging, Destiny Hope Tiara won the Grand Prize in the Dream Music category, while FamiLion and Ishihara Katsu (石原克) received the Excellence Award and Award of Merit, respectively. Judge HIPPY praised the quality and emotional impact of the live performances.
In the Dream Dance category, TKG won the Grand Prize, Refugee received the Excellence Award, and Team Nisho was selected for the Award of Merit. Judge Nakatsuka Yuta (中務裕太) of GENERATIONS praised everyone’s passion for dance and spoke about the importance of staying true to one’s own style. The finalists filled the venue with their passionate performances, making for a compelling stage show.
At the final stage, Yamazaru performed 3 songs, filling the venue with emotion and smiles. Special guests KID PHENOMENON and CIRRA, formed through an audition program hosted by LDH JAPAN, also appeared and performed 3 to 4 songs each. The audience responded with loud cheers and applause, bringing the event to a close with dreams and passion shining brightly.