Number_i to Grace the Cover of Numéro TOKYO’s Milestone 200th Issue Special Edition

To mark the monumental milestone of its 200th issue, high-fashion magazine Numéro TOKYO announced that popular group Number_i will grace the cover of its upcoming special edition, set for release on August 28. Following the announcement, social media has been flooded with messages of congratulations and high anticipation from fans.

A teaser video released on the magazine's official accounts offers a behind-the-scenes look at the photoshoot for a special visual story, capturing the cool and sophisticated presence of the three members. Fans showered the clip with praise, leaving enthusiastic comments such as "as stylish as a movie scene," "so cool I can't stop staring," and "overwhelming beauty."

Fitting for the celebratory milestone of the 200th issue, this luxurious feature has prompted many fans to complete their pre-orders immediately, driving excitement to a fever pitch ahead of the August 28 release date.

The Context

Number_i is a prominent Japanese boy group formed in late 2023 by Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi—all former members of the hugely successful idol group King & Prince. Re-emerging under TOBE, an entertainment agency established by former idol Hideaki Takizawa, the trio made an explosive debut with their hit single "GOAT" in early 2024 and performed at the Coachella music festival. Numéro TOKYO is the Japanese edition of the prestigious French fashion magazine Numéro, celebrated for its high-concept photography and artistic aesthetic.

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