ABEMA ‘iLiFE! New Member Audition Project i’ Overview
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First Broadcast Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 8 PM JST (new episodes every Wednesday at 8 PM JST)
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Initial Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/CpvxCDYCrX1hWF
About ABEMA
ABEMA, celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026, is a leading video streaming service in Japan that aims to redefine television. Since its launch, ABEMA has offered a basic free, registration-free internet TV experience, featuring 24-hour news channels, original dramas, romance reality shows, variety programs, anime, sports, and more, across approximately 25 diverse channels, available 24/7.
Boasting the highest number of original episodes among domestic video services in Japan (as of March 2026), ABEMA also provides a rich lineup of new films, popular domestic and international dramas, trending anime, live sports broadcasts, and online concerts. Viewers can enjoy content anytime, anywhere, on smartphones, PCs, tablets, and TV devices, catering to diverse lifestyles.
For enhanced features and exclusive content, ‘ABEMA Premium’ is available for 1,180 yen (tax included) per month. Additionally, ‘Ad-supported ABEMA Premium’ offers access to ‘ABEMA Premium’ content with advertisements for 680 yen (tax included) per month.
Stay updated with the latest information on ABEMA’s official social media channels and website: https://abema.tv/
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, ABEMA is hosting special programs and various campaigns, including the ‘ABEMA 10th Anniversary Free Grand Thanksgiving Festival,’ throughout the year. For more details, visit the ABEMA 10th Anniversary website: https://contents-abema.com/10th/
This grand audition, broadcast exclusively on ABEMA, not only promises to introduce a vibrant new talent but also underscores the dynamic evolution of idol recruitment and the ever-expanding global appeal of Japan’s vibrant Kawaii culture.
