SHINee's Onew Dominates Japanese Charts with New Mini-Album 'SAKU'

Global K-pop sensation SHINee member Onew (ONEW) is painting the Japanese music scene with success.

His second Japanese mini-album, 'SAKU,' released on the 1st, immediately soared to the number one spot on the iTunes 'Top Album' chart in five countries and regions, including Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia.

Amidst this fervent popularity, 'SAKU' entered the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart at number 10. The album is also achieving remarkable success on local charts, ranking third on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking and first on the Recochoku Daily Album Ranking.

'SAKU,' meaning 'the moment flowers bloom' in Japanese, features a total of five tracks, including the title song '花のように (Hana no you ni).' Other notable songs include 'KIMI=HANA,' 'Lily,' 'Beautiful Snowdrop,' and ''Cause I believe in your love.' Each track unfolds a floral-themed storytelling, collectively creating a brilliant 'musical bouquet.'

Furthermore, Onew is set to meet his fans through his solo concert '2025 ONEW WORLD TOUR [ONEW THE LIVE : PERCENT (%)]' at the prestigious Nippon Budokan in Japan from the 3rd to the 5th. The concert at Budokan, a symbolic venue in Japanese popular culture, underscores Onew's significant global standing. He is expected to captivate fans with a rich setlist and his signature live performance.

Korean netizens are showing enthusiastic support, commenting, 'Onew's popularity is undeniable even in Japan!', 'The SAKU album is truly a masterpiece, all the songs are great,' and 'Looking forward to the concert.'