SEVENTEEN Concludes Japan Tour with Over 435,000 Fans

The K-pop group SEVENTEEN (에스쿱스, 정한, 조슈아, 준, 호시, 원우, 우지, 디에잇, 민규, 도겸, 승관, 버논, 디노) captivated an audience of 435,000 during their recent performances across four major domes in Japan. The finale of their 'SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN JAPAN' took place at the Fukuoka PayPay Dome on December 19 and 21-22, drawing in over 120,000 fans as tickets sold out quickly.

During the concerts, SEVENTEEN showcased a variety of their music, including their latest Japanese original song 'Shohikigen (消費期限/消費期限)', along with fan favorites like 'Not Alone' and 'Ima -Even if the world ends tomorrow-'. They also performed Japanese versions of tracks such as 'MAESTRO', '어쩌나', and 'Snap Shoot', igniting cheers from the local audience. The group demonstrated their artistry through a well-structured show that included an impactful opening, an engaging musical section, and vibrant unit performances.

As the concerts wrapped up, the members expressed their gratitude, stating, "For the past nine years, CARAT (the fandom name) has supported us. We are happy to be with you all. We will continue to sing for you forever. Please look forward to seeing more of SEVENTEEN next year and continue to support us."

The 'SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN JAPAN' kicked off on November 29-30 at the Vantelin Dome Nagoya, followed by sold-out shows at Tokyo Dome on December 4-5 and Kyocera Dome Osaka on December 12 and 14-15.

Fans who couldn't attend in person were able to experience the excitement through live viewings and online streaming. The second day of the Osaka concert on December 14 was broadcast in over 1,500 theaters across more than 60 countries. The online streaming for the Osaka third day (December 15) and Fukuoka third day (December 22) attracted viewers from 157 countries and regions.

In conjunction with the concerts, SEVENTEEN launched 'SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] THE CITY', a fan experience that combined their IP with local infrastructure. This event, now in its fourth iteration in Japan, collaborated with over 35 local businesses and institutions, including landmarks and food brands, to create a unique experience for fans.

This year, SEVENTEEN has solidified their status as one of the top K-pop groups in Japan. They achieved the highest rankings among international artists in both the 'Combined Album Ranking' and 'Album Ranking' categories of the 'Oricon Annual Ranking 2024'. Additionally, they made history on the Billboard Japan annual chart by placing four albums in the top 10 of the 'Hot Albums' category, marking the highest entry count for any international artist.

Looking ahead, SEVENTEEN will continue their tour in January and February 2024, with performances scheduled in Bulacan, Singapore, Jakarta, and Bangkok, showcasing their impressive ticket sales power at major stadiums. They are also set to appear at the 39th Golden Disc Awards on January 5.