Kaito Takahashi's "Borderless LIVE" on "24-Hour Television 48" Garners Widespread Acclaim

On August 31, 2025, during the broadcast of "24-Hour Television 48," King & Prince's Kaito Takahashi produced "Borderless LIVE," which deeply moved audiences. Under the theme "No Borders," transcending national borders, gender, disabilities, and even language barriers, this project brought together a total of 96 performers (some sources say 97, including Kaito Takahashi) who delivered an awe-inspiring stage performance.

Although Kaito Takahashi himself was unable to perform on stage due to poor health, his strong vision was entrusted to Travis Japan's Genta Matsuda. Despite being a last-minute substitute, Matsuda flawlessly executed Takahashi's concept, and his performance was highly praised by viewers, who called it "superb quality" and "unbelievable to have learned in such a short time." Ren Nagase of King & Prince also made Takahashi's presence strongly felt, wearing a yellow T-shirt throughout and repeatedly mentioning Takahashi's name.

The stage showcased a fusion of diverse genres, including Kabuki and acrobatics. Notably, Travis Japan's Noel Kawashima's light and spectacular acrobatics captivated many, widely establishing his reputation as "one of Japan's foremost acrobatic dancers." Kawashima commented, "We were connected by the thread of expression alone," truly embodying the "No Borders" spirit.

On social media, viewers expressed overwhelming emotion and praise, with comments such as "Congratulations on the great success of Kai-chan's project!" "It was incredibly cool," "It warmed my heart," and "I couldn't stop crying." It was a night when the "Borderless" world envisioned by Kaito Takahashi deeply resonated with many people's hearts.

This "Borderless LIVE" became a memorable performance that reaffirmed the beauty and strength of diverse people coming together through the power of expression, overcoming challenging circumstances.

The Context

"24-Hour Television" (24時間テレビ, Nijūyo-Jikan Terebi) is an annual charity telethon broadcast live across Japan by Nippon Television. It typically features various segments, including emotional stories, challenges by celebrities, and musical performances, all aimed at raising funds for welfare and disaster relief.

King & Prince and Travis Japan are popular Japanese idol groups managed by Starto Entertainment (formerly Johnny & Associates). Members of these groups frequently participate in "24-Hour Television" segments, often undertaking significant challenges or producing special performances to support the charity's mission. Kaito Takahashi (King & Prince), Genta Matsuda (Travis Japan), Ren Nagase (King & Prince), and Noel Kawashima (Travis Japan) are prominent members of these groups.