Welcome to OdoGlobe!

We are a global community of viewers and creators of Odottemita!Come join us for community events, games and activities, global dance projects & collaborations or hanging out with other members!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Step into the shadows this Halloween with a global odottemita dance showcase! Inspired by gothic, edgy, and eerie concepts— performers will bring dark creativity to the virtual stage.☾ hosted in collaboration with FLO (@xflodance)

Date 
USA/EuropeSaturday, October 10, 2026
JapanSunday, October 11, 2026
Scheduleusa (PDT)usa (EDT)germanyjapan
Preshow:12:45 pm3:45 pm8:45 pm4:45 am
Showcase:1:00 pm4:00 pm9:00 pm5:00 am
RDP:2:30 pm5:30 pm10:30 pm6:30 am
Afterparty:3:30 pm6:30 pm11:30 pm7:30 am

Contact

Questions? Email OdoGlobe at: [email protected]

STREAMING IN...

    Get your performance featured before the official UNDEAD Showcase begins.

    What is the Preshow?

    The UNDEAD Preshow is a community video showcase played before the official UNDEAD Showcase livestream while viewers are waiting for the event to begin.We're looking for dark-themed odottemita videos from creators around the world.

    Date 
    USA/EuropeSaturday, October 10, 2026
    JapanSunday, October 11, 2026
    Scheduleusa (pdt)usa (edt)germanyjapan
    Preshow:12:45 pm3:45 pm20:4504:45
    Showcase1:00 pm4:00 pm21:0005:00
    RDP2:30 pm5:30 pm22:3006:30
    Afterparty3:30 pm6:30 pm23:3007:30
    details 
    ParticipantsOpen to Everyone
    Theme:Dark • Gothic • Eerie
    Content:Dance-focused
    Camera:Any Set Up
    Quality:1080p • 24fps
    Submissions:Unlimited (Solo or Group)
    Deadline:Friday | Sept. 25, 2026 | 23:59 pst

    Who can join?

    • Odorite

    • Kaigai Idol

    • Cosplayers

    • VTubers (Motion capture or self-traced animation required)

    • Main Showcase Applicants

    • Community Members

    Whether you were accepted, waitlisted, rejected, or never applied to the main showcase, you're welcome to participate.

    Submission Requirements

    • Theme:
      Dark / Gothic / Eerie

    • Performance:
      Dance-focused odottemita videos
      Additional MV-style editing, vocal segments, and B-roll are welcome, as long as the performance remains primarily dance-focused.

    • Not Allowed:
      Stage performance recordings

    • Recording:
      Landscape (Horizontal)・1080p 24 fps minimum・Any camera setup

    Submission Format

    • Google Drive

    • YouTube

    • Dropbox

    • MediaFire

    • Instagram

    • Bilibili

    • NicoNico

    • Other hosting services

    Already uploaded your video?
    That's okay! Previously published videos are welcome.

    DEADLINE

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      • Can I submit an old video?
        Yes. Videos created at any time are accepted, even if they were posed already.

      • Can I submit more than one video?
        Yes! Unlimited submissions are welcome.
        There is no guarantee we can play all videos, especially if there are a lot of submissions. It is possible some will only be played in part or others will be given a turn too.

      • Can I participate if I wasn't accepted into the main showcase?
        Absolutely! Everyone is welcome to participate.

      • Can I submit as both a soloist and in a group?
        Yes. Solo and group performances are both accepted.

      • Can I apply now and make a video specific for the showcase at a later date?
        No. All videos must be completed upon submitting.

      • Can I submit a stage recording?
        No. Please submit a dedicated dance video.

      Applications closed on
      July 22, 2026

      Theme

      We’re seeking performances with a goth, horror, or dark vibe.Mix and match styles,
      as long as your choreography, visuals, and song choice fit the theme.
      eg. cute/horror, sexy/dark, eerie/edgy      Check out our Gothic Style Odottemita Playlist for inspiration.Selected participants will also join a finale collab song as the show encore!

      Performer Qualification

      • Age: 18+ (mature themes permitted).

      • Eligible performer types: Any! Odorite, Kaigai Idol, Cosplayer, Vtuber, etc.
        (motion-capture/tracing of your own movements required for Vtubers).

      • Allowed: Dance covers, original choreography.

      • Not allowed: Vocal, odotteuttatemita (dance + sing), freestyle dance.

      • Participation: One solo entry + one group entry max (per person)

      Song Choice

      • Genre: J-pop, Vocaloid, Anisong only. (No K-pop or JP versions of K-pop.)

      • Minimum quality: 128kbps

      • Limit: One song per performer (no medleys).

      • Duration: 2–4 minutes (grace ±5 seconds).

      • MC: No MC in in the performance set.

      • Duplicates: Duplicate songs will not be selected. Reserved Songs Playlist.
        Applicants with overlapping song selections may select an alternate choice.

      Key Deadlines

      Application Due:Wednesday, July 22, 2026
      Acceptance Notices:Friday, July 31, 2026
      Performance Submission:Tuesday, September 8, 2026
      ⚠️ Performers missing the grace period will be dropped from the showcase.
      Encore Submission:Tuesday, September 15, 2026

      Audition Requirements

      Please submit an audition that reflects your skills in dance performance and video production.

      • Type: dance cover or original choreography (no freestyle dance).

      • Genre: J-pop, Vocaloid, or anisong. No kpop, Japanese versions of Kpop, or non-Japanese music allowed.

      • Publishing: Pre-recorded, completed dance video. NO stage show recordings.

      • Editing: Audio overlay required.

      • Participants: All group members must appear in the audition. Soloists must audition solo or clearly identify themselves in group submissions.

      • Video Format: Landscape (horizontal), 1080p 24fps minimum quality.

      • Theme: Audition does not need to follow the dark theme.

      • Exclusivity: Video does not need to be exclusively created for the audition.

      • Submission: Link sharing (uploaded to YouTube or Google Drive).

      Evaluation

      Since this is a dance-focused showcase, acceptance will be primarily based on dance & performance skill. Vocal performance will not be evaluated.As a virtual showcase, acceptance may secondarily prioritize production/cinematic skill of applicants. Tripid/PV are accepted. At minimum, the audition video must showcase that the performer is able to produce their own video with an audio overlay (without automatic sync from an app such as TikTok/Instagram Reels/YouTube Shorts or assistance from the UNDEAD Virtual Showcase staff).

      Acceptance

      A copy of your application will be sent to you upon submitting. If you do not receive one, please verify the email address you entered was correct.Applications will receive feedback via email. If you don’t hear back by July 31, please reach out.Accepted performers must join the OdoGlobe Discord Server for communications.
      Enjoy server activities like watch parties, game nights, and odottemita-themed events leading up to the showcase!

      Performance Requirements

      video 
      Duration2–4 minutes  (±5 seconds)
      Orientation:horizontal
      Camera:any setup・be creative!
      Quality:1080p • 24fps  (minimum)
      Editing:music overlay  (minimum)
      MC/Extras:NO skits, credits, bloopers, MC, etc.
      outside of music overlay duration.
      final 
      Submissions:Google Drive
      link / shared folder
      Deadline:Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026 @ 11:59 pm pdt
      short grade period awarded

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      • Can I submit an old video?
        No. Your video must be recorded exclusively for UNDEAD Showcase.

      • Can I submit a stage recording?
        No. Please submit a dedicated dance video.

      • Is B-roll footage or PV-style video allowed?
        Yes! Be creative with your video! Remember to keep it mostly dance-focused though.

      • When can I publish the video I submitted to the showcase on my own pages?
        You may post your video on or after October 12, 2026.

      • What does "no MC/Extras outside of music overlay duration mean?
        You are allowed to add MCing, skits, bloopers, B-roll, credits, or other extras in your video. However, they must all be overlaid on top of the song.
          →【Example A】You can MC some ad-libs ("are you ready?") during an instrumental part of the song.
          →【Example B】 You can add credits while the song is playing, like featured at 0:00-0:10 in this video. However, the end credits and extra scenes at 3:29-3:42 would NOT be allowed, and would therefore be edited out for the UNDEAD Showcase.

      • Why is this a rule?
        This showcase follows the likes of Odottemita Lives in Japan, which uses a system of grouping acts into performance blocks. MCing is done by hosts between sets of 4 performers. Sometimes the hosts interview the acts; sometimes they talk about the acts without them present.

        This allows acts to focus on maximizing their performance ability into one song each! It's common for performers to change costumes to match various songs or collaboration units during their breaks.

      • What is the submission grace period?
        To prevent performers from relying on the grace period as the deadline, we will only grant them on a case-by-case basis.

      Encore Participation

      selected dance

      Editing Example

      video 
      Orientation:Soloist: vertical
      Group: horizontal
      Camera:Tripod/Fixed-Cam
      (strongly preferred)
      Set up at thigh height
      Quality:1080p • 24fps
      (minimum)
      Editing:color grading・music overlay
      (helpful, not required)
      other 
      Sections:20-90 seconds (grace ±10 seconds)
      or full dance to cover potential dropouts
      Submissions:Google Drive
      link / shared folder
      Deadline:Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 @ 11:59 pm pdt
      short grade period awarded

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      • Can I submit an old video?
        No. Your video must be recorded exclusively for UNDEAD Showcase.

      • Would you prefer the video to be recorded as one clip, or can I submit several different sections?
        It is preferred that you film the song straight through for ease of syncing audio -- even if you meander around while waiting for your next cue. However, it is not required.

      • Can I participate if I wasn't accepted into the main showcase?
        No. The encore is open to accepted performers only.

      • Should I record as a soloist or as a group?
        It is up to you. However, make sure if you are filming as a group that your video is recorded horizontally; if you film as soloists you must record vertically.

      • Can I submit a stage recording?
        No. Please submit a dedicated dance video.

      • What is the grace period?
        To prevent performers from relying on the grace period as the deadline, we will only grant them on a case-by-case basis.

      What is Odottemita?

      Odottemita (踊ってみた) is the Japanese tag for dance cover videosー especially to Vocaloid, J-pop, idol, vtuber, anisong, and utaite music.It’s the verb tense of the Japanese word for dance odoru (踊る) meaning “tried dancing” (ってみた)#踊ってみた or #odottemita can be used on videos of:

      dance covers
      original choreography
      freestyle dancing
      impromptu choreography

      ...and uploaded to any video-sharing website! The tag originated on Nico Nico Douga, but has expanded to YouTube, BiliBili, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and more!Try searching for dances to your favorite song by copying and pasting the japanese song title + the odottemita tag!

      How do you use the term?

      Kind of like how the verb “Let’s Play” is the video category title for gaming videos in Englishー
      “Odottemita” is a verb used as the title of the dance video category in Japanese. Specifically on a video-sharing website called Nico Nico Douga (NND). So even though it’s a conjugated verb (that can be used normally), it can act as a noun when referring to the category!

      It’s akin to titling a video:

      “Me dancing to Luka Luka Night Fever”

      For example:

      【だしょリカにィ】紗痲【を踊ってみた】
      【dashorikanii】shama【wo odottemita】

      Would translate to:

      【Kamodasho, Rika, and Kirenii】tried dancing to Shama

      Where do the dances come from?

      A mix of fanmade, odorite commissions, and official sources!Many viral dances are fanmade choreographies from the odottemita community! They are created out of love and passion (as a hobby) without receiving any payment. It’s important to properly credit the choreographers, especially when covering fan-made dances!Some of them are “official” too, commissioning odorite or the dance companies they work for.Many viral dances also come from "official" sources, where the dance comes from the internal studio or commissioned odorite & dance companies.Within the odottemita community (across NND, YouTube, BiliBili, etc) it’s considered unethical/taboo not to credit the original source of the dance. Even if it’s “official”, many dance coverists still credit the media where the dance comes from.Here's some examples of popular dances and their origins!

      fanmade

      odorite commission

      idol & music

      official franchise

      Odorite

      Odorite (踊り手) is the Japanese word for dancer. In the context of odottemita, it implies it’s one who uploads under the odottemita tag.Some odottemita uploaders prefer referring to themselves as 踊った人 (odottahito), or dancing person.Anyone can become an odorite! Whether you’re just starting out or already experienced, the community welcomes all levels of creativity and passion!

      Are odorite considered idols?

      In Japan, odorite do not consider themselves idols. Though both are mostly considered hobbies! Outside of odottemita, many odorite might work for dance companies as choreographers, motion-capture actors, or instructors for idols, anime, and vtubersー or they’re students and employees just like you!In Japan, it’s not just idolsー but retail store employees, concept cafe servers (i.e. maids), and of course odorite! They may engage in:

      cheki / merch
      image colors
      penlights
      call n response
      fan service

      Besides videos, odorite may do:

      live shows
      off kais
      vlogs
      livestreams
      buppan / meet & greet
      dance workshops
      random dance play / relay dance
      convention guesting
      dance contest judging
      cosplay
      vocal covers / karaoke

      Even though some do both dance and vocal (or even have a couple original music releases), most odorite do not consider themselves idols. Here are some examples!

      Events are usually hosted by Nico Nico Douga, conventions, or odorite themselves.Most odorite are self-managed; so they can either get extremely parasocial with fan connections or set very strict boundaries. Often, odorite also do commissions or staff for each other.It’s uncommon, but some popular odorite are part of talent or influencer agencies, typically founded by an odorite themself.Even so, it’s still a hobby; odottemita isn’t profitable.

      If some odorite sing, which identify as idols?

      Consider themselves both odorite and idol:

      • DANCEROiD has released original music as well as had (credited) ghost singers for dance & vocal covers.

      • Aishibuto Penta labels herself as an odorite, idol, and vtuber!

      Do not consider themselves idols:

      • ××× project does dance and vocal activities, and even has an original song release, but despite being under an agency, they do not consider themselves an idol group! They officially label their group as a "creator group".

      • LAST RESORT does both dance and vocal performances, but does not use the "idol" label as a group (even though Penta does as a soloist).

      • Kyo-Z does vocal covers in addition to dance, but he states he wants to be known as "an odorite who can do many things" including dancing, singing, video editing, playing an instrument, cosplay, and more.

      • Anatashia once appeared on an idol TV program, causing some confusion amongst fans. They released a statement clarifying that they are not (and will not become) an idol group, but are purely an odottemita group.

      • SHARE LOCK HOMES (SLH) has a couple original music releases (primarily consisting of vocal and rap) on streaming platforms, but does not identify as an idol group.

      Nico Nico Douga (NND)

      ニコニコ動画 or Nico Nico Douga (NND) is a Japanese video-sharing website where the video catergory, Odottemita, is found.The first video uploaded under the odottemita category on NND was in 2007. Since then, the term has expanded its use across various social media platforms.Odottemita videos are most commonly uploaded to Nico Nico Douga, YouTube, BiliBili, or other video sharing websites. It is also used as a hashtag on TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Twitter.

      A fan of odottemita is called Odorite Otaku

      ヲタク (Otaku) is someone who is a huge fan of something. When used in non-Japanese speaking communities, it typically connotes a fan of some sort of Japanese media (anime, manga, games, idols, odorite, vtubers, and the like).Some communities (such as Idol fans) used a shortened version "wota" (ヲタ). However, odorite in Japan refer to their fans as "odorite otaku".

       About 
      OdoGlobe was founded by Feather in 2017, after a conversation thread on Twitter about wishing there was a group chat to talk about odottemita.      In 2026, the server ownership was transferred to CM, as Feather moved into focusing on other activities.

       Meet Our Staff Team! 
      We’re proud to introduce the 9 amazing members who help keep this community creative and welcoming. Each brings their own style, energy, and passion for odottemita.      ✰ Click on their photo to learn more about their journey, favorite dances, and what they bring to the team!

      Blobbanaut

      Exploring the way of a blob.

      find me on . .

      ♥ Fav Odorite(s)
      Miume, Botan, Tuna
      ♥ Odoglobe Role(s)
      Discord Activity Director
      (hosts watch parties, drives chat participation, shares news, controls bots, etc)
      Translator
      Graphic Designer
      Video Editor
      IRL Event Host
      (panels, showcases, etc)
      Online Project Organizer
      (dance collabs, virtual showcases, etc)
      Staff Emoji:🎚️
      ✰ Blobbanaut   
      name / aliasBlobbanautodo year2016
      pronounsShe/HermbtiISTJ
      countryUnited KingdomtimezoneGMT +0
      language(s)English, CantonesestudyingJapanese, Chinese

       ELLO! Blobbanaut does many things of many varieties. Dance Style  Bouncy Blob

      CG Kurouzu

      CG has many meanings...not the real one though

      find me on . .

      ♥ Fav Odorite(s)
      Ariku, Kyo-Z, Iripon
      ♥ Odoglobe Role(s)
      Carrd Maker
      Staff Emoji:🎶
      ✰ CG   
      name / aliasCG Kurouzuodo year2022
      pronounsThey/ThemmbtiESFP
      countrySingaporetimezoneGMT +8
      language(s)EnglishstudyingJapanese, Korean

       Sup Galacters, It's CG Kurouzu! A dancer from Singapore whose been performing since 2015! Over the years, I’ve done multiple dance styles starting with Hip Hop, to K-pop and now J-Pop! I continue to grow as a performer and share my love for dance with audiences. Whether it’s a high‑energy cover or a polished stage performance, I will continue to learn to be the best I can! Dance Style  Cheerful idol‑inspired with punk edge

       Credits  Stage photo by Marcus

      CM (死永夢 ｼｴﾑｰﾑｰ)

      A haunted doll possessed by the spirit of an opossum

      ♥ Odoglobe Role(s)
      Server Owner, Admin
      Social Media Content Creator
      Graphic Designer
      Artist
      Admin of Instagram, YouTube, Ko-FI
      Email
      Staff Emoji: 💾
      ✰ CM   
      name / aliasCM (死永夢 ｼｴﾑｰﾑｰ)odo year2011
      pronounsShe/Her & He/HimmbtiENFP
      countryUSAtimezoneGMT -7 (PST)
      language(s)EnglishstudyingSpanish, Japanese

       It's your MC, CM, the OPOSSCM!   CM (死永夢 ｼｴﾑｰﾑｰ) is a dance performer and video creator in the Japanese music scene with a wide range of skills - including original choreography, freestyling, dance covers, formations, and workshops. Her background is primarily in hiphop and urban dance, pivoting to J-pop music in late 2011. Following an alternative concept, her solo activities especially focus on darker, whimsical, and upbeat music.

       Credits  Stage photo by Brian Dang; Chibi art for Soloist & †CODE₊BLUR† icons by FLO; WCIU Columnist icon by CM

      Resources

      Other Communities!
      note: other servers are not other branches of the global discord, but separate independent communities

       CG has many meanings ... not the real one though 

      ✰ CG   
      name / aliasCG Kurouzuodo year2022
      pronounsThey/ThemmbtiESFP
      countrySingaporetimezoneGMT +8
      language(s)Englishstudyingn/a

       Sup Galacters, It's CG Kurouzu! A dancer from Singapore whose been performing since 2015! Over the years, I’ve done multiple dance styles starting with Hip Hop, to K-pop and now J-Pop! I continue to grow as a performer and share my love for dance with audiences. Whether it’s a high‑energy cover or a polished stage performance, I will continue to learn to be the best I can! Dance Style  Cheerful idol‑inspired with punk edge

       Credits  Stage photo by Marcus

      Iconic Covers

      CardioAca: I want to be a hero from My Hero Academia: The "Ultra" Stage
      Rock'n'Rebellion: Roki by MikitoP
      Odolink: Heroine Ikusei Keikaku by HoneyWorks
      Dream Cover: WAVE - niki ft. Lily

      Favorite Odorite
      Ariku
      OdoGlobe Role(s)
      Carrd Maker
      Staff Emoji: 🎶
      ✰ CM   
      name / aliasCM (死永夢 ｼｴﾑｰﾑｰ)odo year2011
      pronounsShe/Her & He/HimmbtiENFP
      countryUSAtimezoneGMT -7 (PST)
      language(s)EnglishstudyingSpanish, Japanese

       It's your MC, CM, the OPOSSCM!   CM (死永夢 ｼｴﾑｰﾑｰ) is a dance performer and video creator in the Japanese music scene with a wide range of skills - including original choreography, freestyling, dance covers, formations, and workshops. Her background is primarily in hiphop and urban dance, pivoting to J-pop music in late 2011. Following an alternative concept, her solo activities especially focus on darker, whimsical, and upbeat music.

       Credits  Stage photo by Brian Dang; Chibi art for Soloist & †CODE₊BLUR† icons by FLO; WCIU Columnist icon by CM

      Skill Specialties

      Dance Dance Covers ✰ Original Choreography ✰ Freestyle Dance ✰ HipHop ✰ Urban Dance ✰ Moe Style
      Staff Dance Videography ✰ Video Editing ✰ Video Production ✰ Graphic Design ✰ Fashion Styling ✰ Costume Design ✰ Art

      Favorite Odorite
      ××× project ✰ Anatashia ✰ Imomushi ✰ Masato ✰ Kyo-Z ✰ Shibaken ✰ Marin ✰ Etou ✰ Ariku ✰ Micchara
      OdoGlobe Role(s)
      Server Owner/Admin ✰ Social Media Content Creator ✰ Graphic Designer ✰ Artist ✰ Instagram/YouTube/Ko-FI Admin ✰ Email
      Staff Emoji: 💾

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