Lee Jin-hyuk, Kep1er’s Hikaru and Choi Yujin, and others attended the KIMOUI collection at Seoul Fashion Week in DDP.

ABEMA will exclusively and free livestream the one-night K-POP and J-POP hybrid music festival “SBI MUSIC CIRCUS HOKKAIDO -DAYBREAK -” from Sapporo’s Daiwa House Premist Dome on Sept. 26, 2026. The lineup includes JAEJOONG, ME:I, Kep1er, izna, ELLY/CB, THE JET BOY BANGERZ, LIGHTSUM, cosmosy, H//PE Princess, and VAYONN, with opening acts Kaya and Resonance and MCs kamion and de_hana.

Kep1er will hold the 2026 Kep1er FAN-CON TOUR [RSVP: Respond our code] in Tokyo on November 23 at SGC HALL ARIAKE. In addition to the main stage performance, fans can enjoy special benefits such as a sound check event and a send-off event. Tickets include general and upgrade options, with upgrade tickets offering extra perks. Sales will begin with fan club presales, followed by playguide, global, upgrade, and general sales. Buyer bonuses include a chance to win a signed poster and a photo card for all attendees.

On the afternoon of the 5th, Huening Kai of TOMORROW X TOGETHER, Huening Bahiyyih of Kep1er, and other celebrities attended the Kwak Hyun Joo collection at the 2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week held at Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Jung-gu, Seoul.

On the afternoon of the 4th, Lia and Kelly of I.MET.U, Jung Hye-seon, Heni, Ahn So-yeon, Tattapong Rosangruang and Boon, and Niki attended the BIG PARK collection at the 2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week held at Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Jung-gu, Seoul.

On the afternoon of the 2nd, Kep1er’s Choi Yujin, Choi Woo-seong, Park Do-ha, Haru, Ara, THOMAS & KONG, and the married couple Lee Da-eun and Yoon Nam-gi attended the DAILY MIRROR collection at the 2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul’s Jung District.

At the morning ULKIN collection show of the 2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week at Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza, many stars attended, including Honda Hitomi, Jacob, and others. The text also notes that Honda Hitomi was chosen as a regular MC for a new variety show, and THE BOYZ are preparing group activities under a new label.

The ASIA CULTURE FESTIVAL 2026 (ACF2026) will take place in Tokyo on June 9-10, 2026, showcasing Asian music, fashion, and culture. The event includes awards, fashion shows, and live performances, aiming to promote cultural exchange across Asia, especially between Japan and Korea.

The 'ASEA 2026' music festival, showcasing top Asian artists, kicked off on the afternoon of the 16th with Atsuhiro Sato on the red carpet. The event takes place over two days at the Belluna Dome in Saitama. U-NEXT will exclusively stream performances from artists like Kep1er, MADEIN, and ENHYPEN.

On the morning of the 15th, Kep1er departed for Japan via Gimpo International Airport for their fan meeting 'Kep1arcade.' The article notes that it is based on local media coverage. There is also mention of Kim Chaehyun's revealing leotard, which sparked discussion, and she clarified that she chose it herself. Additionally, Kep1er showcased a stunning performance at a baseball stadium, where Kim Dayeon also participated in the opening pitch.

Interest in 'GIRLS PLANET 2' is surging, with applications surpassing those of 'BOYS II PLANET'. About 30% of applicants are from the Americas. Over 130 Korean agencies show intent to participate, and auditions at 'KCON JAPAN 2026' attracted far more applicants than expected, highlighting the global enthusiasm for K-POP.