FTISLAND’s Lee Hong-gi reunited with ONE OK ROCK’s Taka and UVERworld’s Takuya∞, sharing his gratitude for the cross-border music moment.
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FTISLAND’s Lee Hong-gi reunited with ONE OK ROCK’s Taka and UVERworld’s Takuya∞. On the 4th, Lee Hong-gi posted several photos on his Instagram and left comments in Japanese and Korean. He said, “I am truly grateful for this time created together by the best bands of Korea and Japan,” and added, “I felt so many emotions from being with the YB seniors whom I have always respected, the cool juniors (the photo we took together... I still haven’t received it lol), and my Japanese friends... It is really hard to explain in words. I am happy. Music is the best drug. No doubt. That is why I think I do music. Let’s prepare well for next year’s 20th anniversary.” They have continued to interact as rock bands until now, and this reunion also delighted fans. In addition, commemorative shots taken with FTISLAND, hrtz․wav’s Hagiwa, and others were also revealed through Novelbright’s Yudai Takenaka’s Instagram, drawing attention to the heartwarming Korea-Japan exchange. Previously, they appeared at the Korea-Japan music festival “XMF 2026,” which was held for the first time this year. It was held for two days, from Saturday, October 3 to Sunday, October 4, at Paradise City in Incheon, South Korea, and not only FTISLAND, ONE OK ROCK, and UVERworld, but also a luxurious lineup of Korean and Japanese artists such as Novelbright, My Hair is Bad, Mika Nakashima, Aぇ! group, DAY6, and Ado gathered and delivered passionate performances. ・A luxurious lineup from Aぇ! group to Ado and DAY6! Time table for the Korea-Japan music festival “XMF 2026,” held for the first time in Korea, released ・Takeru Satoh and Go Ayano also appear... Korean and Japanese stars gather! “Too luxurious” birthday party becomes a hot topic
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