WINNER's first Japan concert in 6 years took place in Kobe, featuring popular songs and a special performance for fans.
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The boy group WINNER, belonging to YG ENTERTAINMENT, which debuted in 2014, held their concert '2025 WINNER CONCERT [IN OUR CIRCLE] IN JAPAN' in Kobe on September 28 (Sunday), marking their first performance in Japan in about 6 years. The concert started with WINNER appearing amidst thunderous applause. They performed hit songs 'REALLY REALLY,' 'LOVE ME LOVE ME,' and 'I LOVE U,' instantly filling the venue with excitement. In the middle of the live show, they continued with familiar songs in Japan like 'EVERYDAY,' 'ISLAND,' and 'MILLIONS,' and during the encore, they performed the classic live song 'MOVIE STAR' and the TikTok hit 'DON'T FLIRT,' raising the energy to its peak. They captivated fans with a variety of performances, from ballads to solo stages, showcasing a total of 21 songs, many of which were in Japanese. The concert concluded successfully. The solo concert '2025 WINNER CONCERT [IN OUR CIRCLE]' started on July 25-27 at the Olympic Hall in Seoul, where the members actively participated in the production, making it a more heartfelt and special stage than ever before. Since it had been about 6 years since their last solo tour in Japan, it was a long-awaited reunion for fans. Next, they will hold a concert at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN in Tokyo on September 30 (Tuesday). Two shows, including an additional performance, are scheduled, and excitement is expected to surpass the Kobe concert. The night show is already sold out, but there are still some tickets available for the afternoon show, so fans should not miss this rare opportunity to attend. Additionally, the WINNER LIVE BEST ALBUM 'THE BEST OF WINNER LIVE,' released ahead of the JAPAN TOUR, is a must-listen collection of classic songs performed in past concerts. Fans should definitely check it out along with the live show.
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