Snow Man Steals the Show: A Spectacular Medley at 'Ongaku no Hi' Electrifies Fans

On July 18, the popular group Snow Man appeared on the TBS network’s major music special, 'Ongaku no Hi.' Their spectacular three-song medley featuring 'EMPIRE,' 'Karissumax,' and 'Kimi wa Boku no Mono' has become a major topic of conversation. Throughout the broadcast, the official recommended hashtag '#エンパとカリスマとキミボク' dominated social media trends, flooded with messages from enthusiastic fans.

The medley kicked off with 'EMPIRE,' where the group delivered sharp, perfectly synchronized choreography within a dark, sophisticated aesthetic. Member Raul stole the spotlight by tossing away his sunglasses and unleashing a raw, emotional performance, drawing praise from fans who called it 'chilling' and proof that they are 'the world's number one idols.' Meanwhile, Hikaru Iwamoto and Tatsuya Fukasawa commanded the stage from the front, exuding the presence of an absolute empire.

The tone shifted completely for 'Karissumax,' which was bursting with explosive energy. The audience went wild for the 'Super Shopi Time,' featuring incredible vocal ad-libs by main vocalist Shota Watanabe. Furthermore, when Tatsuya Fukasawa belted out his 'No. 1' part, social media was filled with cheers and celebratory shouts of 'Congratulations on reaching No. 1, Fukka!'

The finale, 'Kimi wa Boku no Mono,' brought a wave of refreshing, pure euphoria. The performance was filled with the spontaneous, live atmosphere unique to broadcast television, including playful choreography that referenced their past song 'JUICY' and the members joyfully teasing Koji Mukai’s comedic expressions. As the older members looked on lovingly at Raul, who got so hyped he started a dance battle, viewers were moved by the palpable bond between the nine members, describing it as 'overflowing with joy.'

The context

TBS's 'Ongaku no Hi' is one of Japan's most prominent annual music variety programs, featuring top-tier artists performing live to large television audiences. Snow Man is a nine-member boy band under the STARTO ENTERTAINMENT agency, known for their high-level dance synchronization and strong individual personalities. Despite concerns regarding a recent foot injury sustained by group leader Hikaru Iwamoto, the group delivered a flawless performance, demonstrating their trademark resilience and unity. Fans often highlight this 'all-for-one' mentality as a key reason for their massive, dedicated following.