The 14 Talented Finalists Are Ready to Shine!
After intense preliminary rounds, 14 aspiring influencers have earned their spot in the main competition. These talented individuals—Kokomin, Yuri, Kokona, Emiru, Ayumi, Ayuna, Seira, Kocchan, Hiyori, Harume, Yuhi, Reina, Nana, and Miyuu—are set to compete in various categories, including fashion, makeup, expressiveness, and communication skills. They embody all the essential elements of a top modern influencer, and their journey promises to be inspiring!
Legendary OGs Join as Special Guests to Cheer on the Next Generation!
Adding to the excitement, three legendary OGs who led “Melpetit” during its golden era will make special appearances: Yuna Hoshino, Sakura, and Osaki. These graduates have gone on to achieve great success in various fields, from starring in TV dramas to producing apparel brands. They will be there to support and encourage the 14 current members as they chase their dreams.
Yuna Hoshino shared her hopes: “I hope this Senbatsu Ketteisen becomes a wonderful experience for everyone to grow significantly. I’m looking forward to witnessing this passionate challenge until the end, together with all the fans who support us! I’m cheering for you all!”
Sakura offered words of encouragement: “Taking that brave first step is truly wonderful. I hope you all fully showcase your individual charms and make it a time without regrets. I’m excited to see you all make my beloved Melpetit an even more wonderful place. I’m sincerely rooting for you!”
Osaki also expressed her joy: “I was also an early member of Melpetit and still interact with the members regularly, so I’m very happy to be able to appear in the Melpetit Senbatsu Ketteisen! I want all the members to enjoy themselves to the fullest and do their best until the end, staying true to themselves! I’m really looking forward to seeing their serious expressions and new sides, which are a little different from their usual selves! Everyone, please warmly support each person’s growth and challenge!”
A special promotional video featuring these three legendary OGs sending their cheers to the contestants has also been released. Don’t miss this exciting preview!
Watch the Special Promotional Video Here!
Don’t Miss the Free Streaming on ABEMA!
Mark your calendars! “Melpetit Senbatsu Ketteisen 2026” will begin its free streaming on ABEMA on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 8 PM JST. New episodes will be released every Thursday at 8 PM JST, with the final episode scheduled for a live broadcast on Wednesday, September 23. Make sure to tune in to the ABEMA SPECIAL channel to catch all the action!
Click here for the #1 episode streaming URL!
What is “Melpetit”?
“Melpetit” is a popular YouTube media platform with the concept of “Let’s start Kawaii!” It features female elementary, junior high, and high school influencers active on YouTube and TikTok. Since starting video uploads in 2019, its YouTube channel has garnered 434,000 subscribers (as of July 2026) and over 710 million total views. “Melpetit” consistently delivers content that reflects the real “now” of Gen Z and Gen Alpha, covering topics like makeup, fashion, romance, dance, and documentaries. Its annual “Melpetit Senbatsu Ketteisen” has achieved significant popularity, ranking #1 on YouTube’s trending list and #1 in domestic live streaming daily rankings among its peers. Many graduates, including the highly recognized Sakura and Osaki, have become successful actresses, models, and artists, establishing “Melpetit” as a gateway for the next generation of stars.
Stay connected with “Melpetit” through their official social media channels:
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melpetite
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melpuchipuchigram/
About ABEMA
ABEMA, which celebrated its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026, is a video streaming service aiming for TV innovation as “a new future of television.” Since its launch, it has operated as an internet TV service that is free to use without registration, offering 24-hour news channels, original dramas, romance reality shows, variety shows, anime, sports, and more across approximately 25 diverse channels, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. ABEMA boasts the highest number of original episodes among domestic video services in Japan (as of March 2026). In addition to a rich lineup of new movies, popular domestic and international dramas, and trending anime, it also provides live sports broadcasts and online concerts. Viewers can enjoy content anytime, anywhere, on smartphones, PCs, tablets, and TV devices, offering a viewing experience that adapts to diverse lifestyles.
For more information on ABEMA and its 10th-anniversary celebrations, visit:
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ABEMA Official Website: https://abema.tv/
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ABEMA 10th Anniversary Site: https://contents-abema.com/10th/
This is an event you won’t want to miss! Join the “Melpetit” community in cheering on these amazing young talents as they embark on their journey to become the next big influencers!
