Shin Dong-yup and Yunho will co-host "Change Street," a special project celebrating 60 years of Korea-Japan relations, airing on Dec 20.
November/27/2025 17:11
Talent Shin Dong-yup and TVXQ's Yunho will team up as MCs. A super-large project "Change Street" commemorating the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic normalization will be broadcast simultaneously on Korea's ENA and Japan's Fuji TV on December 20. Shin Dong-yup, a representative MC of Korea with sharp senses and delicate storytelling, will not only lead the program smoothly as the main MC but also quickly read the emotional waves created by artists from Korea and Japan. His warm yet certain perspective is expected to clearly demonstrate the philosophy of "Change Street". Yunho, who has been active in various fields such as music and acting, will expand the program's narrative as a co-MC, conveying the subtle temperature differences and emotions that arise when songs resonate in different cities. The fantastic chemistry between MCs Shin Dong-yup and Yunho is expected to maximize the emotional depth of the program, depicting the behind-the-scenes of artists, the atmosphere of the city, and different cultures. Additionally, KangNam's participation has been announced. Born in Japan and having long been active in Korea, he has a wealth of experience in music and is expected to serve as a bridge connecting the two countries, understanding the commonalities and differences in culture, emotional temperature, and the subtle nuances created by language. The first lineup released prior includes KARA's Youngji, ASTRO's Yoon Sanha, PENTAGON's Hui, and HYNN, while the second lineup features Lee Dong-wi, Lee Sang-yi, Jung Ji-so, and MAMAMOO's Wheein, and the third lineup includes Lee Seung-gi, SUPER JUNIOR's Ryuk, Kim Chung-ha, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER's Taehyun, gathering attention with its luxurious lineup. "Change Street" will air every Saturday at 9:30 PM on ENA starting December 20, with plans to broadcast on Fuji TV in Japan.
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