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Cygames States Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Franchise's U.S. Concerts May Be Canceled Due to Visa Issues
Cygames said it is working with lawyers and U.S. promoters to secure visas for the 2-night show.
- On Tuesday, Cygames announced the cancellation of the Uma Musume: Pretty Derby – 7th Event World Tour: The Stage concerts in Los Angeles, originally scheduled for October 22–23, 2026, after failing to secure necessary U.S. visas.
- Staff spent over six months working with lawyers and promoters to secure entry visas, but ultimately were unable to obtain the necessary documentation for the franchise's voice actors to perform.
- The Trump administration's escalated immigration crackdowns have hindered international performers; numerous artists have cancelled U.S. events or avoided performing in the country due to visa complications.
- Cygames apologized to fans, stating "Although we have coordinated repeatedly with all parties concerned and explored every possible option in our efforts to make this event happen, we were unable to obtain the necessary visas." The company is investigating ways to alleviate attendee frustration.
- Industry observers question whether the current visa environment will dissuade Cygames and other international developers from organizing future global events within the U.S., with some analysts expressing broader concerns about entertainment sector accessibility.
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'Painful Conclusion' — Umamusume Fans Distraught After Los Angeles Concerts Canceled Due to Visa Issues
Umamusume concerts in Los Angeles have been canceled after workers could not get their visas approved in time for the event, leaving American fans distraught.
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Despite exploring "every possible option", Umamusame: Pretty Derby's Los Angeles concert is cancelled and tickets refunded at the last minute thanks to US visa issues
The developers of Umamusume: Pretty Derby have announced a sudden cancellation of an upcoming LA concert, laying the blame on an inability to receive the proper visas despite exploring "every possible option".
The official X account for the popular "Uma Musume Project," which includes games and anime, announced on October 20, 2026, the cancellation of the "Uma Musume Pretty Derby 7th EVENT WORLD TOUR "THE STAGE" in LOS ANGELES" performance scheduled for Los Angeles, USA. (Continue reading on J-CAST News)
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