Impact of Names on Nogizaka46 Audition Selection Criteria: A Deep Dive into Tradition and Talent

Impact of Names on Nogizaka46 Audition Selection Criteria: A Deep Dive into Tradition and Talent

Question from a reader:
Recently, I’ve felt that names and surnames have been influencing the selection criteria in the Nogizaka auditions since the 4th generation. What is the reality of this situation?

Selection Criteria in Nogizaka Auditions and Names

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion surrounding the Nogizaka46 auditions. In particular, doubts have emerged that names and surnames may be influencing the selection criteria for auditions since the 4th generation. When I reflect on this topic, I remember a small episode from my experience working part-time at a judicial