K-Pop Rookies ILLIT Electrify Japan with 40,000-Strong "GLITTER DAY" Fan Concerts
K-Pop's fastest-rising girl group, ILLIT, has successfully wrapped up their inaugural solo fan concert series, "2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY IN JAPAN," captivating an impressive 40,000 fans across four sold-out shows. Following their initial dates at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama last month, the quintet delivered two electrifying performances at Osaka-jo Hall on September 3rd and 4th, solidifying their remarkable popularity in the region. The overwhelming demand saw all general admission tickets swiftly sell out, prompting the opening of additional restricted-view and standing sections.
The Osaka leg of the tour held special significance, commencing immediately after the September 1st release of ILLIT's first Japanese single, 'Toki Yo Tomare.' This strategic timing fueled an already fervent atmosphere, with fans showing immense excitement. Over a vibrant 150-minute set, ILLIT treated their audience to a diverse repertoire, including tracks from their new single, chart-toppers like 'Magnetic' and 'Lucky Girl Syndrome,' individual J-pop covers showcasing their versatility, and engaging dance challenges. A highlight was the performance of their Japanese debut title track 'Toki Yo Tomare,' where lyricist Mulasaki Ima made a surprise appearance, joining ILLIT on stage to the ecstatic cheers of the crowd.
The group's efforts to connect with their Japanese fanbase truly shone, as the Korean members conversed fluently in Japanese, even incorporating the local Osaka dialect into their interactions and a witty adaptation of 'Magnetic' lyrics. Towards the end of the concerts, visibly moved by the sight of their dedicated fandom, "GLLIT," filling every level of the venue, the members shed tears. They expressed profound gratitude, promising to deliver more stages that bring happiness to GLLIT and voicing hopes for performing in larger venues with more fans in the future.
ILLIT's Japanese single 'Toki Yo Tomare' has already made a significant impact, topping the Oricon Daily Singles Ranking for two consecutive days and reaching number one on AWA Music's real-time trending chart. With "GLITTER DAY" a resounding success, ILLIT is set to continue their packed schedule in Japan, appearing as a main artist at the "41st Mynavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER" on September 6th and performing on NHK's music program "Utacon" on September 9th.
ILLIT is a five-member South Korean girl group formed by Belift Lab, a HYBE subsidiary, through the survival show "R U Next?". They debuted in March 2024 with the mini-album "Super Real Me" and gained global attention with their hit single "Magnetic," which achieved significant chart success. Known for their fresh, youthful concept and catchy music, the group quickly established themselves as a rising force in the K-pop industry.