元RIIZEのスンハンと女優ホヨンがフィガロジャポンに登場。韓国の音楽やデザイン、旅行情報を特集。
December/19/2025 18:09
Former RIIZE member Sunghwan and actress Jung Ho-yeon appear in the February 2026 issue of Figaro Japon. This issue delivers a high-sense Korean travel experience featuring aesthetic spaces, refined Korean gourmet, designer brands from Seoul, and a guide to enjoying art and design in Jeju Island. It also includes the latest Korean cosmetics and a feature on adult K-music. While the brilliance of K-POP performances is captivating, the music of bands and singer-songwriters that are gradually gaining popularity in Korea resonates deeply. Featured are musicians wave to earth, SE SO NEON, sogumm, and Colde, who can enchant adult women. Additionally, XngHan, who is exploring a new form of artist with the creative crew called Xoul, guides us through his beloved city, Seoul. ■Magazine Information: Figaro Japon February 2026 issue, released on December 19, 2025, special price: 950 yen (tax included) / electronic version: 730 yen (tax included) Purchase here ■Related Links: Figaro Japon official site.
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