17-year-old Akane Kumada wowed judgeds from Lantis, Amuse, Bandai Visual, and Bandai Namco Creative to take top honors in the Grand Prix.
The Grand Prix trophy was presented by guest judge and anison legend Hironobu Kageyama, who was blown away by the enthusiasm and talent of all the entrants.
Other guest judges included Symphogear creator and composer Noriyasu Agematsu, singer and voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, Love Live! lyricist Aki Hata, and FLOW guitarist and composer TAKE.