
ITZY held their Japan performance of the world tour "ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR" at Keio Arena TOKYO. The performances on May 9 and 10 sold out immediately upon ticket release. The five members, who stood on the Japanese stage again after last October's fan meeting, showcased an evolved performance. They debuted in 2019 and have gained support as icons of 'teen crush' among those in their teens and twenties, armed with songs that convey a message of 'self-affirmation' and overwhelming performances. This concert was structured around the concept of their album "TUNNEL VISION," which tells the story of 'searching for the true self.' The combination of songs, visuals, and lighting expressed different worldviews for each song, captivating the audience until the end. The members appeared on stage with "Focus," and the live began with the latest song from their Korean album, "TUNNEL VISION." The powerful performance with many dancers raised the venue's energy immediately. Following this, dance numbers continued, captivating the audience with overwhelming heat from the start. After the performance, each member greeted the audience. Yeji's words, "'ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR in JAPAN' has finally begun!" initiated a series of heartfelt messages from each member. When they called out, "MIDZY (ITZY's fans) who are here for the first time, raise your hands!" the venue responded enthusiastically, enjoying moments of call and response. They also waved to the audience in the stands and those far away, greeting all MIDZY present with care. Next was the solo stage, exclusive to the concert, showcasing each member's unique charm, with various reactions from the audience, and each stage was enveloped in great cheers. After the solo stages, the live returned to group performances. Continuing the venue's excitement, songs like "GOLD," "Wild Wild West," and "In the morning" captivated the audience with powerful stages. They drew attention again with the song "THAT'S A NO NO," which recorded an unusual 'reverse hit' after performances in Korea. The live video of "THAT'S A NO NO," a song from an album released six years ago, received renewed appreciation for ITZY's high quality as performance queens. The live video, released in February, gradually spread and climbed the charts, reaching number one in the Korean YouTube music video rankings in March, continuing to rank high on various streaming sites, marking an unusual revival hit that was covered in the news. The moment the intro played, the venue erupted with cheers, indicating its high level of attention. With a powerful performance, the audience's shouts grew louder, further raising the live's voltage. As the live approached its climax, the Japanese original song "ROCK & ROLL," the title track of their second Japanese album "Collector," was performed, accompanied by an energetic performance that amplified the audience's cheers. The following song, "Not Shy," maintained that momentum. The final song of the main set, "LOCO," brought the live to a climax amidst the audience's cheers. In the encore, they performed the Japanese original song "Trigger," followed by Korean album songs "FIVE" and "8-BIT HEART." Finally, they concluded the concert with a medley of Japanese release songs. ITZY showcased further evolution in this performance. A new album titled "Motto" is set to be released in Korea on May 18, raising expectations for their future activities.
ITZY’s Chaeryeong will take her first step as a solo artist on November 9. JYP Entertainment officially announced her solo debut by releasing the trailer, track list, and scheduler for her mini album “Lovesick.” The album includes four songs, and Chaeryeong took part in writing the lyrics for “Favorite Reason.” She will meet fans in a countdown live at 5 p.m. and release the album at 6 p.m. the same day.
The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will be held on December 12 and 13, 2026 at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium). New artists announced include NiziU, INI, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, NEXZ, KickFlip, AEN, and TUIDE, with performance dates revealed. Tickets and premium lounge options are on sale.
At a press conference for Razor at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, director Kim Jong-hoon explained the casting of No Jeong-ui and Sho Kasamatsu. He praised No’s growth and said Kasamatsu’s bilingual presence added strangeness to the role. Both actors spoke about the challenges and enjoyment of filming.
ITZY’s Ryujin attended TOM FORD BEAUTY’s SS27 runway beauty event as a guest, wearing a white pantsuit and greeting the audience after her world tour. She shared her makeup details, praised the eye and lip colors she used, recommended a lip shade for fans, and thanked them for their support before joining a photo session with global makeup artist Lucy Bridge.
Hulu has announced exclusive Japanese livestream coverage of the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards on November 7 and 8. The two-day event will feature more than 40 artists, including TREASURE, Novelbright, ATEEZ, ITZY, RIIZE, and Hearts2Hearts, plus red carpet and award ceremony coverage, with replay and subtitle options available later.
On the morning of the 2nd, ITZY left for Singapore via Incheon International Airport for “ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR in SINGAPORE.” This article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. Related links mention the 2026 KGMA’s new content “Star Road” and Yeji leaving for France for Fashion Week.
KGMA will debut “KGMA Star Road” at the 2026 ceremony, replacing the traditional red carpet with a content experience that begins as artists enter the venue and interact with fans. SHINee’s Minho, MONSTA X’s Shownu and Hyungwon, DAY6’s Young K, and many others will appear. The event is set for November 7-8 at Gocheok Sky Dome, with tickets on sale October 2 at 6 p.m. via NOL.
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