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The Reiwa Idol Warring States Period: A Thorough Analysis of the Leading Actors of 2026

MONAKI, HANA (dance vocal group), M!LK, CUTIE STREET, Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu, FRUITS ZIPPER, =LOVE

MONAKI producer Kazuyoshi Sakai, idol critic Yume Mochizuki, and Ranmaru Kishitani unravel the buzz structure of this year's leading acts.

From Snow Man's "greeting to all staff" in the hallway of Kohaku Uta Gassen to the TikTok collaboration culture of "one more job" that begins after the main performance of music programs, these two who know the industry inside will share numerous anecdotes.

The discussion then moves on to "Idols of 2030." From middle-aged men and solo artists to groups formed by classmates and those originating overseas—from idols showcasing glittering fantasies to beings that reveal new values, the definition of an idol is already beginning to be rewritten.

Finally, Sakai spoke about his unique production philosophy of not setting goals and continuously inducing "unexpected warps."

What lies beyond the gaze of this man who continues to sow the seeds of good fortune?

Analyzing buzz, creating buzz. "newZnew," a new-era trend analysis program.

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Table of Contents
02:32 Mapping the Idols to Watch in 2026
08:59 Changes in the Idol Market
12:30 Analyzing Idols Through "How They Meet" and "How They Are Supported"
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20:20 The Unexpected Relationship Between M!LK and Kazuyoshi Sakai
28:53 Why is KAWAII LAB. So Strong?
42:27 Three Common Rules for Popular Idols
56:33 How Will Idols Change in 2030?
01:02:25 How Will Monaki Fight in the Idol Warring States Period?

Cast
・Ranmaru Kishitani
・Kazuyoshi Sakai (Junretsu Leader / Monaki Producer)
・Yume Mochizuki (Idol Critic)

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