Overseasidol.com — AKB48 has officially opened applications for its highly anticipated 21st Generation auditions, calling on girls across Japan to take a chance at joining the iconic idol group.
The audition period runs from May 5, 2025, at 9:00 PM until June 29, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
Eligible applicants must be female, currently in sixth grade or up to 19 years old as of June 29, 2025.
Candidates must also be able to attend all stages of the audition process and, if successful, be ready to relocate to Tokyo and regularly participate in activities at the AKB48 Theater.
The application process includes three submission methods via the official website, karaoke platform “UtaSuki,” or through LINE.
No participation or selection fees will be charged, although applicants must bear their own travel and accommodation expenses for audition activities.
AKB48 continues to offer a gateway into Japan’s entertainment industry, and this audition promises new beginnings for aspiring talents.
For full details, fans and applicants can visit the special audition site provided by the group.
