JUDGE&GUEST
Voice Actor / Toshio Furukawa
Active in the anime industry since the 1970s, he has portrayed many iconic characters such as Ataru Moroboshi in "Urusei Yatsura", Piccolo in the "Dragon Ball" series, and Portgas D. Ace in "ONE PIECE". With his expressive voice and strong presence, he has captivated fans for decades. A legendary voice actor, his work spans narration, stage performances, and mentoring the next generation.
Kabuki Actor / 8th Onoe Kikugorō
Born in 1977, the eldest son of the 7th Onoe Kikugorō. He made his debut in February 1984 at the Kabuki-za Theater as the 6th Onoe Ushinosuke in "Ehon Ushiwakamaru". In May 1996, he succeeded the name 5th Onoe Kikunosuke in "Benten Musume Meo no Shiranami". He has since taken on major female roles and performed in classical dance pieces such as "Kyō Kanoko Musume Dōjōji" and "Shunkyō Kagami Jishi", as well as lead male roles in period and domestic plays. Alongside steady performances in traditional works, he also engages in new Kabuki productions, many of which are performed repeatedly. In May 2025, he succeeded the name 8th Onoe Kikugorō at the Kabuki-za Theater.
Kabuki Actor / 6th Onoe Kikunosuke
Born in 2013, the eldest son of the 8th Onoe Kikugorō. His grandfather is the 7th Onoe Kikugorō and the 2nd Nakamura Kichiemon. He made his stage appearance in May 2016 at the Kabuki-za Theater under the name Terajima Kazufumi in "Seijishi Otowa Hanakago". In May 2019, he made his official debut in "Ehon Ushiwakamaru" at the Kabuki-za Theater as the 6th Onoe Ushinosuke. In May 2025, he succeeded the name 6th Onoe Kikunosuke at the Kabuki-za Theater.
Director / Animator / Seong-Hu Park
Director Seong-Hu Park from South Korea is one of the most highly acclaimed and currently most-watched anime directors. He directed "GARO: VANISHING LINE" and "THE GOD OF HIGH SCHOOL" before rising to fame with the first season of "JUJUTSU KAISEN", produced by MAPPA and released at the end of 2020. A year later, he also directed the movie "JUJUTSU KAISEN 0". Previously, as an animator, he worked on numerous titles including "Yuri!!! on ICE", "ZOMBIE LAND SAGA", "TIGER & BUNNY", "WORKING!!", "Space☆Dandy", "Macross F", and "BANANA FISH".
WCS2024 Grand Champion / Team Miomayo
Mioshi & Mamemayo
LIVE GUEST
OxT
(Masayoshi Oishi × Tom-H@ck)
This dynamic duo has created numerous anime songs including the iconic songs “Welcome to Japari Park” and “Sign wa B”
Oishi Masayoshi is a multi-talented ani-singer who continues to expand his presence beyond music, thriving as MC and actor.
Tom-H@ck, boasts a stellar career producing theme songs for hit anime like the K-On! series, as well as crafting music for top-tier artists and idols such as T.M.Revolution, LiSA, and Momoiro Clover Z. He also made soundtracks for films and animes.
Together, they fuse talent, passion, and creativity to form a digital rock unit that leaves a lasting impact on the anisong world!
SAKURA GRADUATION
A full-bloom cheer for your youth! Supporting your dreams and love with all our hearts — SAKURA GRADUATION, also known as “Sakuragu.” A six-member girls’ group that acts like supportive “managers” for youth — cheering on your studies, love, dreams, and friendships. They aim to be a “gentle cheering squad” that stays close to scenes from school life and youth. Since 2024, they have served as official supporter ambassadors for the World Cosplay Summit! A six-member girl group now riding a wave of momentum!