At KOKUYOSA 2026, judging is based on five elements: music, costume, choreography, naruko, and overall evaluation. Judging is conducted strictly. Score allocations and results are not made public.
🎵 Music
Composition, development, and originality of the music.
👘 Costume
How well it integrates with the music and choreography, and its originality.
💃 Choreography
Beauty, dynamism, and unity.
🪘 Naruko
The sound of the naruko and its effective use within the choreography.
⭐ Overall evaluation
A comprehensive assessment of individuality, originality, expressiveness, and balance.
* Judging results and detailed score allocations are not made public.