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Rapstar 2026

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winner's prize of 10 million yen, highest in program history · 2026-06-01

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RAPSTAR 2026 Raises Winner Prize to 10 Million Yen, Highest Ever

The next-generation rapper audition project RAPSTAR 2026 has been announced with a winner's prize of 10 million yen, the highest in the program's history. Applications open June 1 through June 12. The finals will be held December 29 as part of the STARZ 2026 event. Beat makers for the audition videos include Chaki Zulu, D3adStock, and others.