RIIZE shares memories from 2025 and hopes for 2026, emphasizing growth, unity, and exciting upcoming performances.

RIIZE talked about memories from 2025 and aspirations for 2026. RIIZE will continue their activities on the world stage, including the Samsung Electronics event "The First Look" in Las Vegas, their first world tour performances in Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, and Macau, as well as the finale at Tokyo Dome in February and Seoul KSPO Dome in March. Before this, they gathered attention with impressive performances at the year-end stage, wrapping up 2025 pleasantly, while the members conveyed their memories from last year and their New Year's resolutions. -- In the year-end stage of 2025, please tell us about your best stage or the most memorable episode during practice. Shoutaro: I performed "Fly Up" in a musical format, and I remember the audience's enthusiastic reaction. It was a day when I tried various things, so I am satisfied. There were tough moments when I injured my ankle during the preparation process, but I learned a lot from it. Eunsook: The synergy among the members was great at the year-end, but especially "Fly Up" at MMA comes to mind first. It was the most difficult to synchronize our movements, but when we matched perfectly, it was exhilarating and fun. Seongchan: We had a goal to create a stage that would remain in people's memories for a long time, and we practiced late into the night, fine-tuning the details. Thanks to that, I think we created a high-quality stage. I remember encouraging each other while practicing and having conversations over meals at our accommodation. Wonbin: There were times when my stamina dropped, but I considered the year-end stage important, so I remember encouraging each other to do our best. We were able to finish safely and welcome the new year with a clear mind. I think the "Fly Up" stage was the best, enjoyed by both the members, dancers, and fans. Sohee: We prepared individual dance breaks for each member at the SBS Song Festival, but I remember being shocked by Shoutaro's part, which left an impression on the members. The best stage was at MMA. The practice process was fun, and thanks to that energy, we could carry it to the stage. Anton: I also have strong memories of other performances RIIZE has done. The stage at the Austin City Limits Music Festival was particularly impressive. Also, last year, I made custom handheld microphones with the members, and although I wasn't used to them at first, the process of getting accustomed was interesting. -- Looking back on 2025, how would you describe it in one word? Shoutaro: "NEW Shoutaro." I think it was a year of growth with many new challenges. Eunsook: For me, 2025 is "diversity." I filled it with various activities, and each one will remain as unforgettable memories. Seongchan: Unity. After preparing for our 1st full album and going through our first concert tour, I believe we have developed a strong sense of unity among the members, BRIIZE (RIIZE's fans), and the staff. I want to leap powerfully in 2026 with that strength. Wonbin: I want to say, "You worked hard, thank you." I think we all were really tired, but we managed to do our best and finish safely. Sohee: Struggle. In 2025, RIIZE and the staff thought about how to stand out and shine, trying various things, and I believe that through that process, RIIZE became cooler. Anton: Odyssey. It's also the title of our 1st full album, and I think 2025 will be remembered as the journey of RIIZE itself. Looking back, even just considering the beginning of last year, I feel we grew and learned a lot, but now I feel that learning has no end. I look forward to what will happen next and enjoy 2026. -- What are your resolutions for 2026 and a recommended RIIZE song for the new year? Shoutaro: I have a strong desire to finish the remaining tour safely. I hope that in 2026, both RIIZE and BRIIZE will be healthy and have many good things. The recommended song for the new year is "All of You," the title track of our Japanese single releasing on February 18. Please listen to it a lot (laughs). Eunsook: This year, I want to show BRIIZE a more mature and wonderful side of us. Therefore, the song I recommend is "Sticky Like." Seongchan: I want to pour my efforts into making RIIZE's upcoming new album a memorable masterpiece that will be remembered for a long time, and I will do my best in all activities. The recommended song for the new year is "Odyssey." Wonbin: For some reason, in 2025, I sometimes felt like I was standing still. Therefore, I want to fly high in 2026, and I have a strong desire to show everyone, so I recommend "Fly Up." Sohee: The Tokyo Dome concert is scheduled for February, and I want to not just stand on stage but also captivate all the audience there, so that I can hear the words, "RIIZE deserves to stand on even bigger stages in the future." I am ready. The recommended song is "Fame." Anton: I want to get closer to the "self" that I can be proud of. While pondering what kind of figure that is, I want to learn more about myself and grow in various aspects. For the new year, I recommend "Odyssey." -- What are you most looking forward to in 2026? Shoutaro: The upcoming Tokyo Dome concert is something I am looking forward to. It’s a stage I have dreamed of since childhood, and my family and friends want to see my performance, so I will prepare well to finish it safely. Personally, I filmed content called "Shoutaro's Dessert" in 2025, and I want to try various things in 2026 as well. Eunsook: Every year, I look forward to new things happening to me. I am ready to enjoy whatever it may be. As the first schedule of this year, I will participate in Samsung Electronics' "The First Look," and since I haven't been to Las Vegas during the North American tour, I am excited to see the new gaming monitor products ahead of time. Seongchan: Recently, I have felt that while performing on stage is certainly happiness, the anticipation and joy during the preparation process are also significant, so I want to prepare thoroughly for the Tokyo Dome concert. Personally, I hope to laugh more! Wonbin: This year is said to be the year of the red horse, but I was born in the year of the horse (laughs). I hope to receive a lot of passionate and dynamic energy both as a team and personally. I want this year to be one where RIIZE proves what kind of team we are, and I am looking forward to the finale concert in Seoul. I think it will be a more meaningful year for both me and RIIZE. Sohee: Of course! I am most looking forward to our Tokyo Dome concert and the finale concert in Korea. I also enjoy watching performances by other artists, and if I have the opportunity, I would like to attend various performances in Korea and abroad. Anton: I want to create memorable moments with BRIIZE! I want this year to be one where RIIZE grows with wonderful music and stages, and personally, I want to study more about music. Also, I am happy to spend a little bit of the new year in America with the members as we go to "The First Look," and I am looking forward to what experiences we will have in Las Vegas!