Established in 2005, J-rock North Promotions Inc. (JNP) is a booking, event planning and promotions company based in Toronto Ontario, Canada. We represent several events and anime conventions across Canada as organizers to Japanese/North American talent, Seiyuu and musical guests. We also assist many organizations with guest bookings, event organization, staffing and running programming.J-rock North Promotions experience and passion for music, concerts, popular culture and event planning has provided us with essential skills and tools that would be useful for the creation of exciting and dynamic events. We always look forward to working with new people, so please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.
In 2025 J-rock North Promotions Inc. (JNP) proudly marks its 20th anniversary, a milestone that reflects two decades of passion, creativity, and commitment to elevating Japanese music and events in Canada and North America. Since our inception in 2005 , we have dedicated ourselves to delivering impactful, memorable experiences that captivate audiences and drives excitement.Over the years, our team has grown, our expertise has deepened, and our partnerships have flourished. From
local events to international campaigns, we’ve consistently pushed boundaries, embraced innovation, and crafted tailored strategies that resonate with our partners and audiences.As we celebrate this anniversary, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the conventions, artists, labels, partners, and
team members who have been part of this incredible journey. We’re excited for the future and remain committed
to setting new standards in live music, events, and promotions, as well as creating experiences that connect,
inspire, and leave a lasting impact.
Here’s to 20 years of success—and many more to come!
The WACK-affiliated idol group formed through the TBS variety show “Wednesdays Downtown” segment “MONSTER IDOL” in 2019. Produced by Kuro-chan, the five-member group consists of AiKA THE SPY, NAO OF NAO, REONA EMPiRE, MOMOTi N GALE, and HANAEMONSTER.The group made headlines by performing at Tokyo Dome just four days after their major debut with Avex, marking the fastest achievement in history. They also won the Best New Artist Award at the 62nd Japan Record Awards. From January 2024, they merged with TONAi BOUSHO, a group formed through the “MONSTER LOVE” segment of the same show in 2022, and began performing under the name MAMESHiBA NO TAiGUN TONAi BOUSHO a.k.a. MONSTER IDOL.On January 8, 2025, during a broadcast of “Wednesdays Downtown”, it was announced that Kuro-chan, who had previously served as the group’s advisor, officially returned as their producer. Additionally, HANAEMONSTER rejoined the group, and they announced they would revert to their original name, MAMESHiBA NO TAiGUN. The same day, they released the music video and digital version of “Reload”, with lyrics written by Kuro-chan.MAMESHIBA NO TAIGUN will be preforming and appearing for the first time in Canada at Anime North 2025. This performance has been organized in association with J-rock North Promotions Inc. and Avex Music Creative Inc/WACK.Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Location: TCC Hall C
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Show Starts: 6:45 PM
FREE for Anime North attendees! (Must have a Saturday or Weekend Pass)
Past Guests organized by J-rock North Promotions Inc. include:
• BURNOUT SYNDROMES – Sony Music Labels (Japanese Musical Guest 2024)
• MADKID – NIPPON COLUMBIA CO., LTD. (Japanese Musical Guest 2024)
• Kana-Boon – Sony Music Labels (Japanese Musical Guest 2023)
• Anly – N Cube Entertainment (Japanese Musical Guest 2023)
• Survive Said the Prophet – Sony Music Labels (Japanese Musical Guest 2023)
• blank paper – AVEX Management Inc. (Japanese Musical Guest 2022)
• Hizaki – Liveexsam (ONLINE Japanese Musical Guest 2021)
• Shu Takada – AVEX Entertainment Inc. (ONLINE Japanese performance guest 2020)
• Sora Takui – AVEX Pictures Inc. (ONLINE Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2020)
• WASUTA – AVEX Management Inc. (ONLINE Japanese Musical Guest 2020)
• Kiyono Yasuno – AVEX Pictures Inc. (ONLINE Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2020)
• Rica Matsumoto – Zepp Live Inc (ONLINE Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2020)
• BACK-ON – AVEX Management Inc. (ONLINE Japanese Musical Guest 2020)
• T.M REVOLUTION (TNNK/TMR) – Diesel Corp (Japanese Musical Guest 2019)
• Rica Matsumoto – Zepp Live Inc (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2019)
• FAKY – AVEX Management Inc. (Japanese Musical Guest 2019)
• WASUTA: The World Standard – AVEX Management Inc. (Japanese Musical Guest 2019)
• umbrella – Danger Crew (Japanese Musical Guest 2018)
• Shiena Nishizawa – Zepp Live Inc (Japanese Musical Guest 2018)
• fhána – P_inc (Japanese Musical Guest 2018)
• BACK-ON – AVEX Entertainment (Japanese Musical Guest 2018)
• Versailles Philharmonic Quintet – Zepp Live Inc (Japanese Musical Guest 2017)
• MAN WITH A MISSION – Sony Music Entertainment/ FYD (Japanese Musical Guest 2017)
• METRONOME – King Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2017)
• HOLLOW MELLOW – Mar Creation (Japanese Musical Guest 2017)
• BACK-ON – AVEX (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• IA – 1st PLACE CO., Ltd (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• Ryo Horikawa – Corporation IAM (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2016)
• DJ KorsK – EXIT TUNES (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• DJ Ryu☆ – EXIT TUNES (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• Kradness – EXIT TUNES (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• NoGoD– King Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• Matenrou Opera – King Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2016)
• FLOW – AMUSE INC. (Japanese Musical Guest 2015)
• angela – King Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2015)
• UchuSentai: NOIZ – Galaxy Star Disc (Japanese Musical Guest 2015)
• umbrella – Solo works (Japanese Musical Guest 2015)
• Yui Makino – AMUSE INC. (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2015)
• An Cafe – Sony Music Artists Inc. (Japanese Musical Guest 2014)
• Magistina Saga – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2014)
• DaizyStripper – Beyond-MAX Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2014)
• Rose Noire – Darkest Labyrinth (Japanese Musical Guest 2014)
• Chris Cason – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2014)
• Chii Sakurabi – Ozuna Solo Works (Japanese Musical Guest 2014)
• Yuu Asakawa - Arts Vision (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2014)
• Ryo Horikawa – Corporation IAM (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2014)
• Hatsune Miku – Crypton Future Media (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• Kanon Wakeshima – Sony Music Artists Inc. (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• Capella - Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• DJ Shimamura – Side Connection (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• AWOI - Face Music (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• umbrella - Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• Chii Sakurabi - Solo works (Japanese Musical Guest 2013)
• Hoshi*Furu - Solo works (Toronto Musical Guest 2013)
• Takamasa Sakurai – Lolita Association of Japan (Japanese Lolita Guest 2013)
• Misako Aoki – Lolita Association of Japan (Japanese Lolita Guest 2013)
• Yuu Asakawa - Arts Vision (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2013)
• Cherami Leigh – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2013)
• Todd Haberkorn – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2013)
• DaizyStripper – Beyond-MAX Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2012)
• ADAPTER – LINK:ID Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2012)
• lix – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2012)
• marlee – Darkest Labyrinth (Japanese Musical Guest 2012)
• Hoshi*Furu - Solo works (Toronto Musical Guest 2012)
• BLOOD – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2011)
• BESPA KUMAMERO – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2011)
• The Fool – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2011)
• HITT – HINODE Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2011)
• Hoshi*Furu - Solo works (Toronto Musical Guest 2011)
• Eikostate – Solo works (International Musical Guest 2010)
• Eric Vale – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2010)
• Chris Cason – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2010)
• Luzmelt – Starwave Records (Japanese Musical Guest 2010)
• Selia – Darkest Labyrinth (Japanese Musical Guest 2010)
• Takahiro Mizushima – Baobab (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2009)
• Wendy Powell – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2009)
• Takuya Angel – Darkest Labyrinth (Japanese Musical Guest 2009)
• Morita Masakazu – Aoni (Japanese Seiyuu Guest of honour 2008)
• Caitlin Glass – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2008)
• Cherami Leigh – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2008)
• Chris Patton – Funimation (English Voice Acting Guest of honour 2008)
• Camino – AVEX group (Japanese Musical Guest 2008)
• ZZ – AVEX group (Japanese Musical Guest 2007)
• KOTOKO – Geneon/IVE (Japanese Musical Guest 2006)
Contact Us
We always look forward to working with new people, so please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.
BOOKING
We have booking opportunities for Seiyuu, North American Voice Actors, Industry Guests, Cosplay Guests, Musical Guests and other talent across Canada for this year and next. Ask us about it.
CONCERTS
If you are appearing in Canada for the first time, adding stops to a tour or just looking to organize a live concert abroad we can help!
MERCHANDISE & PROMOTIONS
Our company creates posters, flyers and print promotions as well as merchandise for sales. JNP also promotes at various conventions and events in Canada for artists at their sales booths.
EVENT PLANNING
Contact us for more information on how JNP can assist you with guest bookings, event organization, staffing and programming. We are stocked full of ideas that are sure to help.
Where to find us
We always look forward to working with new people, so please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.[email protected]