ILLIT debuted in Japan and impressed at TGC 2025, showcasing their talent and gaining massive support from fans and viewers alike.
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On September 1, ILLIT, which debuted in Japan and gathered attention, appeared at one of the largest fashion shows in history, showing overwhelming presence. On the 6th, ILLIT made their first appearance at the '41st Mynavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER (hereafter, TGC)' held at Saitama Super Arena. They debuted in March last year and soon after appeared for the first time at the 'Rakuten GirlsAward 2024 SPRING/SUMMER' held in May at the National Yoyogi Stadium First Gymnasium, marking their second consecutive appearance at a large fashion show. The event featured models, top influencers, and artists who have overwhelming support from Generation Z, attracting about 20,000 fashion-savvy spectators and about 5 million viewers online. ILLIT made an energetic entrance with their popular song 'jellyous', receiving loud cheers from the audience. The excitement of the crowd heightened with their high-difficulty performance set to a fast beat, especially during the choreography section where they stepped energetically, showcasing their fresh charm. They then performed their first original Japanese song 'Almond Chocolate', released in February this year and provided by Nakajin of SEKAI NO OWARI, which became a trend mainly on TikTok, filling the venue with a sweet atmosphere with their clear singing voices. Before performing the title track of their first Japanese single '時よ止まれ', released on September 3, ILLIT expressed, 'I am filled with the feeling that I don't want to say goodbye yet, so I want to say the magic words to stop this moment with everyone.' They united with the audience, chanting '時よ' and '止まれ' together. The disco-pop stage of '時よ止まれ', which started at that signal, applied the hand choreography from ILLIT's debut song 'Magnetic', which recorded global hits, representing the second hand of a clock, creating a buzz on social media and leaving a strong impression once again. ILLIT, who colored the opening with three different performances, later reappeared at the lighting ceremony, playing an important role in exciting the event's opening with a light stick performance. ILLIT expressed gratitude to their fans, saying, 'We are truly honored to be able to open the memorable event celebrating its 20th anniversary. It was our first time at TGC, but thanks to the many cheers, we were able to enjoy the stage. Please check out our first Japanese single, which includes '時よ止まれ' and 'Almond Chocolate'!' Since their debut in Japan on September 1, ILLIT has been gaining momentum. Their first Japanese single rose to the top of the Oricon 'Daily Single Ranking' for two consecutive days (September 2 and 3) and maintained high rankings on the iTunes and Apple Music 'Top Albums' charts. The title track '時よ止まれ' topped the AWA 'Real-Time Rising' chart, sweeping major charts. Additionally, their first fan concert '2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY IN JAPAN' held in August and September was a great success, with general admission tickets selling out quickly, leading to the opening of limited view and standing room tickets, drawing about 40,000 attendees and proving their popularity in Japan. On September 14, they will make their first appearance at the 'ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2025' alongside IVE as a K-POP girl group. ILLIT's activities leading the trends of Generation Z continue to attract attention.
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ILLIT will hold an encore concert titled '2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY ENCORE' in Seoul on November 8-9, following their successful debut concert. Their recent single '時よ止まれ' is topping charts in Japan, and they are gaining significant media attention. ILLIT will also perform at a major fashion festival in Saitama.
ILLIT successfully wrapped up their debut arena tour in Japan, performing in Osaka after sold-out shows in Kanagawa. Their fan concert featured energetic performances, including their first single '時よ止まれ' and special collaborations. The group expressed gratitude and excitement for future events, with high expectations for their continued success in Japan.
ILLIT has made a strong debut in Japan with their first single '時よ止まれ', which ranked No. 2 on the Oricon charts. The song has topped various music charts and their performances have captivated fans. Upcoming appearances at major events like '東京ガールズコレクション' and 'ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL' are highly anticipated.
ILLIT is set to perform on NHK's 'Uta Con' on the 9th at 19:57, showcasing their debut song 'Toki yo Tomare'. Other artists like Perfume and King & Prince will also perform. Prior to this, they appeared on TBS's 'CDTV Live! Live!' where they debuted their first single. A showcase event for their single is also planned.
K-pop groups ILLIT and BOYNEXTDOOR appeared on TBS's CDTV live special, performing their new singles and captivating fans with their visuals and talent. ILLIT debuted their first single '時よ止まれ' while BOYNEXTDOOR showcased 'Count To Love'. Both groups received enthusiastic feedback from viewers and shared memorable moments on social media.
ILLIT made their long-awaited Japan debut on September 1 with a showcase at TFT Hall, performing their first single '時よ止まれ' and other original songs. The event was attended by fans and media, and streamed worldwide. Members expressed excitement for upcoming concerts and future goals, concluding with a heartfelt performance and a surprise cake celebration.
ILLIT has made their highly anticipated Japanese debut with the single '時よ止まれ,' featuring four tracks including 'Topping' and 'Almond Chocolate.' The MV showcases the fleeting beauty of youth, emphasizing themes of friendship and nostalgia. The group plans to continue their active presence in Japan with various events and releases.
ILLIT's hit song 'Almond Chocolate' has achieved over 50 million streams, earning 'Gold' certification in just five months. This marks the fastest achievement for a foreign artist's song in Japan this year. The song, which expresses love through the metaphor of almond chocolate, has resonated with Gen Z and solidified ILLIT's popularity in the Japanese music market. They are set to debut in Japan with their first single on September 1, 2025, and will hold a fan concert shortly after.
ILLIT achieved significant recognition by winning the 'Overseas Popular Song of the Year' award at the 2025 TIMA for their debut song 'Magnetic'. They performed at the event, captivating fans with their energetic stage presence. Additionally, they secured two awards at the 2025 KWDA and are set to debut in Japan in September 2023, continuing their global momentum.
