In early 2025, STARTO reorganized its junior system, disbanding four popular groups (including HiHi Jets, Bishōnen, and 7 MEN 侍) to form three new "super" groups:
Today, the exploitative elements of the old "junior idol" DVD market have been largely eradicated by law enforcement and platform bans. The term "junior idol" has largely been rebranded. Today, the best and most successful young performers operate under the banner of "U-15 (Under 15) Idols," "Kids Fashion Models," or "Local/Chika Idols." What Defines the "Best" Junior Idols and Groups? junior idols japanese best
I made a website listing 460 junior idols and idol groups, but... In early 2025, STARTO reorganized its junior system,
The concept of ultra-young performers gained traction in Japan during the mid-1990s. I made a website listing 460 junior idols
: How social media (TikTok, YouTube) has changed how junior idols interact with audiences.