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A witty and heartwarming rephrasing of 'tsui-hai'—a Japanese slang term for heavy social media users—has recently become a major topic of discussion. The trend was sparked by a remark believed to be made by Raul, a member of the popular idol group Snow Man, who greeted his followers with, 'Good evening to everyone whose life work is X.' This clever greeting quickly spread among fans, propelling the term 'life work' into the trending topics on X (formerly Twitter). The phrase 'life work' carries a lofty connotation, and fans were deeply impressed by the brilliant sense of humor in using it to address those who practically live on social media. The timeline was flooded with cheers and playful banter from fans who felt happily called out, with comments such as, 'It's so spot-on I can't even argue,' and 'It feels as convincing as a doctor diagnosing an illness.' Many embraced the humor, saying, 'This is the ultimate polite way to ...

A sneak peek of the bonus footage featured on the Limited Edition B of popular idol group Snow Man's upcoming 6th album, AMENITY (scheduled for release on October 7, 2026), has been unveiled, sparking a massive buzz across social media. Related keywords quickly trended on X (formerly Twitter), igniting enthusiastic excitement among fans. The center of attention is the multi-angle footage for "Good Time," one of the tracks included on the album. The teaser clip is packed with the group's signature playful camaraderie, showing the members bundled up in futons in their pajamas and playfully roughhousing, dancing comically while brushing their teeth, and sharing heartwarming interactions with one another. Immediately following the release of the clip, social media was flooded with rave reviews, with fans commenting: "It feels like a dream dreamed by a shojo manga protagonist," "Every single member is so charming, two eyes aren't enough to take it all i...

New details regarding the bonus tracks included in popular idol group Snow Man's 6th album, 'AMENITY', have been announced, drawing massive attention on social media. Following the reveal of the track titles, fans quickly pointed out connections to past hits, propelling the term 'bonus track' into the trending topics on X (formerly Twitter). The newly unveiled bonus tracks are two songs titled 'Do You Want to Be My Boyfriend?' and 'But'. Particular excitement surrounds 'Do You Want to Be My Boyfriend?', with fans rapidly sharing expectations and theories such as 'Could this be a sequel to the 'KimiKare' series?' and 'It might be an answer song from a woman's perspective,' drawing from its similarity to the group's hit song 'I Want to Be Your Boyfriend.' Meanwhile, the short and striking title 'But' also generated numerous posts expressing curiosity, with fans saying 'I can't imagine what...

The performing artist lineup has been officially announced for 120 Million People's 'Thank You': Songs of Gratitude Festival , a four-hour live music special scheduled to air on Nippon TV (NTV) affiliates starting at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, September 23. The announcement has sparked huge buzz across social media, with related keywords quickly trending on X (formerly Twitter) as fans eagerly anticipate the star-studded roster and special performance segments. Serving as main hosts for the evening are actress Manami Higa and Shota Watanabe of the wildly popular idol group Snow Man. The latest announcement confirmed that Snow Man as a full group will also take the stage, drawing an outpouring of celebration from excited fans online. Social media lit up with heartwarming comments such as, "It's so moving to see the whole group perform on a show he's hosting!" and "Having your group there must be so reassuring, Shoppi!" Snow Man is slated to perform a s...

The popular variety show "Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai" (Let Snow Man Do It) has been generating immense excitement and joy across social media regarding its recent broadcast and upcoming previews. Fans have been continuously charmed by the heartwarming interactions among the members and their dedication to tackling challenges together, with comments pouring in such as, "It's truly such a peaceful world," and "The bond of trust between the members is wonderful." In particular, Ryohei Abe received high praise for his exceptional analytical skills, model behavior, and leadership, with fans calling him "a true intellectual" and someone "you can place absolute trust in." Additionally, fervent attention is being directed toward previews of upcoming dance projects scheduled for the next special, such as the "10-Person Consecutive Copy Dance Challenge." Rumors of guest appearances by luxury stars and members of other groups ...

Excitement is mounting on social media ahead of the broadcast of popular idol group Snow Man's regular radio program, 'Snow Man no Suna no Manma' (every Thursday at 9:00 PM), on Bunka Hoso. This week's personalities are leader Hikaru Iwamoto and Koji Mukai. Affectionately known by fans as the 'Iwamoto Brothers,' the duo's well-matched chemistry has sparked a continuous stream of anticipatory comments. When show staff announced in advance that 'there will be no baseball broadcast extension tonight, and the show will start promptly at 9:00 PM,' fans reacted immediately with posts like 'Standing by for 9 PM' and 'Ready to listen live.' Anticipation for Mukai's lighthearted hosting combined with Iwamoto's gentle responses flooded the platform, causing related keywords to trend on X (formerly Twitter). In addition, earlier in the day, Iwamoto made a solo appearance on the talk show 'Tetsuko's Room,' and new information ...

Kirin Beverage has released a new TV commercial titled "Gogo no Fruits Tea" ahead of the renewed launch of "Kirin Gogo no Kocha FRUITS & ICE TEA" on September 15. The commercial stars Ren Meguro, a member of the popular idol group Snow Man. Immediately following the announcement, related keywords such as "Gogo no Fruits Tea" began trending across social media platforms, sparking significant excitement. Set against the backdrop of Canada's crisp air and the gentle sunlight of late summer, the new commercial captures the refreshing essence of the fruit tea, which is crafted with a clean finish and 7% real fruit juice. Accompanied by music from the legendary rock band Spitz, the commercial features a nostalgic, visually stunning aesthetic paired with Meguro's serene and radiant screen presence. Alongside the standard version, Kirin also released a vertical short video designed for mobile devices on its official YouTube channel. Fans quickly floode...

A new drama titled Iroha no Koi wa Jidai o Kakeru (affectionately known as Koi-Toki ), starring actress Mone Kamishiraishi, is set to air this October in TBS's popular Tuesday drama slot, sparking massive buzz across social media. This marks Kamishiraishi's return to the network's Tuesday lineup after approximately five years, prompting an outpouring of joy from fans with comments such as "I'm so happy my Tuesday 10 PM routine is back!" and "Welcome back, Mone-chan!" The series is a romantic comedy sparked by a time slip spanning 300 years. Kamishiraishi takes on the challenge of playing dual roles for the first time: a young woman from the Edo period and a present-day Reiwa-era elementary school teacher. Starring opposite her is Snow Man member Koji Mukai, who plays Ikuru Ichinose, her chronically unlucky fellow schoolteacher, marking Mukai's first major teacher role in a serial drama. Immediately following the announcement, hashtags such as ...

Ryohei Abe, a member of the popular Japanese idol group Snow Man, has passed the challenging Level 2 Financial Planning Technician (FP2) certification exam after completing a correspondence course with education giant U-Can. The news quickly became a trending topic across social media. The announcement gained massive traction after U-Can's official X (formerly Twitter) account posted a congratulatory message, writing, "Congratulations on passing the exam." Soon after, Abe himself shared the exciting news with his fans, sparking an outpouring of celebratory messages online. Despite his demanding schedule packed with idol activities and numerous television appearances, Abe had previously shown his dedication to studying during Instagram Live sessions and other broadcasts. In response to his achievement, fans showered him with praise on social media, with comments such as, "I truly respect how he consistently kept studying amid such a hectic schedule and achieved result...

Popular idol group Snow Man has officially announced their largest-ever five-dome tour, titled “Snow Man DOME TOUR 2026-2027 ALL SUITE.” The announcement was made in tandem with news of their upcoming sixth studio album, AMENITY , instantly sparking immense buzz online as the keyword “ALL SUITE” skyrocketed to the top of social media trending charts. According to the announcement, the tour will kick off on October 30, 2026, at Sapporo Dome, before traveling to Vantelin Dome Nagoya, Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka, Tokyo Dome, and concluding in January 2027 at Kyocera Dome Osaka. Spanning five major cities nationwide, the tour will feature a total of 18 performances. Notably, the Sapporo stop has expanded into a three-day run, accommodating overwhelming enthusiasm from fans across the country. On social media, fans have praised the sophisticated hotel-inspired theme that connects the album title AMENITY with the tour name ALL SUITE , sharing enthusiastic reactions suc...

Anticipation has reached a fever pitch on social media ahead of the August 14 broadcast (8:55 PM JST) of the variety special Snow Man Sakuma, Watanabe, Miyadate no Edogawa-kai . The popular show brings together Snow Man members Daisuke Sakuma, Shota Watanabe, and Ryota Miyadate, who share the unique bond of hailing from Tokyo's Edogawa Ward. For this installment, actor Masaki Okada joins as a special guest. The cast visits a nostalgic bowling alley connected to Okada's youth, engaging in a lively bowling match and lighthearted banter. Preview photos and off-shot clips posted on official social media channels offer glimpses of the members enjoying the game, showcasing both their focused competitive faces and candid, relaxed smiles. Fans responded with overflowing praise, commenting, "They look stunning just standing there!" and "Seeing them play bowling is the absolute best!" Airing back-to-back with the group's highly popular flagship show, Sore Snow Man...

Snow Man's Ryota Miyadate and Daisuke Sakuma are set to perform their unit song "Chikyu Shiteru ze" at "Love It! Rock 2026," a music event hosted by TBS's popular morning show Love It! , triggering a massive reaction on social media. "Chikyu Shiteru ze" features a synchronized performance by the duo—affectionately known by fans as "DateSaku"—along with enthusiastic call-and-response chants. Music creator Hyadain (Kenichi Maeyamada), who contributed to the song's production, hyped up the event on his social media, posting, "We're Earthin'! Fu-fuu!" Immediately after the announcement, "Chikyu Shiteru ze" trended on X (formerly Twitter). Fans flooded the platform with joyful comments such as "I'm so thrilled to hear this on the biggest stage of my favorite show!" and "I want to memorize all the calls perfectly and give it my all!" With intense excitement building among both attendees he...

Popular male idol group Snow Man held an official live stream on the evening of August 9, delighting fans by announcing their long-awaited sixth studio album, AMENITY , slated for release on October 7. During the stream, the group also premiered the music video for their new track, "Good Time." The announcement created a massive buzz online, with the hashtag "#Let'sHaveaGoodTimeWithSnow" (#スノとグッタイムしよう) rapidly claiming the number one trending spot on X (formerly Twitter) in Japan. The live broadcast faced unexpected trouble when a lightning strike caused connection issues, forcing a sudden change to the planned performance schedule. Demonstrating remarkable poise and flexibility, the members turned the crisis into an engaging show by chatting with guest Junior members and broadcasting rare, energetic rehearsal footage. Fans praised the group for effortlessly turning an accident into a memorable moment, driving concurrent viewership to a staggering 470,000 people...

Popular Japanese group Snow Man has officially announced the release of their eagerly awaited sixth original studio album, titled AMENITY , set to drop on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The announcement has triggered a massive wave of excitement and glowing praise across social media platforms. Coinciding with the announcement, a dedicated website, album jacket artwork, and teaser videos were unveiled, immersing fans in an upscale aesthetic reminiscent of a luxury hotel. Visuals featuring the members dressed in sophisticated hotel staff attire quickly became a hot topic online. Even the minimalist album jacket design—which tastefully refrains from putting the members' faces front and center—received high marks from fans who described it as "chic and stylish," noting that it exudes "a sense of poise and confidence." Following the live-streamed announcement and teaser release, album-related hashtags quickly dominated trends on X (formerly Twitter). Delighted fans flo...

A teaser video for the upcoming special "Snow Man Sakuma Watanabe Miyadate no Edogawa-kai," scheduled to air on the TBS network on Friday, August 14, has been released on YouTube and other platforms, sparking a huge reaction across social media where the hashtag "#EdogawaKai" quickly trended. The completely unscripted talk show features Snow Man members Daisuke Sakuma, Shota Watanabe, and Ryota Miyadate delivering candid conversations while visiting their shared hometown of Edogawa Ward, Tokyo. In the preview, the trio visits local shops, enjoys a game of bowling, and even stops by a restaurant frequented by Miyadate's father. Highlights that have left fans swooning include the members dressed in refreshing yukata (traditional summer kimonos) enjoying beer aboard a house-boat (yakatabune). Social media flooded with delighted comments such as "Seeing my favorites in yukata is the absolute best!" and "The bowling, the eating scenes—everything about ...

On a recent special episode of the popular TBS variety show Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai , J-pop group Snow Man delivered a long-awaited performance of their fan-favorite song "Make It Hot," sparking an outpouring of excitement across social media. The song, affectionately known as "Mekiho" among fans, claimed the top spot in a fan vote conducted for a special music segment on the show. Marking a rare television performance of the track in recent years, the broadcast prompted an immediate wave of joyful posts online, with fans expressing delight: "I'm completely overwhelmed with emotion," and "I never thought the day would come when I'd get to hear this on TV again." "Make It Hot" holds deep significance as one of the pivotal songs from the early days of Snow Man's transition into a nine-member lineup, featuring choreography crafted by Koichi Goseki of A.B.C-Z. Viewers comparing the new showcase to their past performanc...

According to Billboard JAPAN's flash sales report, popular idol group Snow Man's 13th single, "BANG!! / SAVE YOUR HEART / Odorouze!", has officially achieved million-seller status. This milestone marks Snow Man's 11th million-selling single overall. Notably, it is also the very first music release in 2026 to reach the one million sales mark. Reaching such a monumental record with their ambitious first-ever triple A-side single has drawn significant attention from across the music industry. Immediately following the announcement, social media was flooded with celebratory posts from fans, with comments such as "Congratulations on hitting a million!", "I'm so happy the first million-seller of 2026 is Snow Man," and "Achieving an 11th million-seller in an era when physical CDs are tough to sell is just incredible." Many fans also took to SNS to express their passion for each of the triple A-side tracks and discuss their favorite momen...

New details have been announced for "LOVE IT! ROCK 2026," a music event hosted by TBS's popular morning variety show Love It! , sparking massive excitement across social media. On July 28, the event's lineup for August 22 was officially revealed on the show's social media accounts. Generating the biggest buzz was the confirmed appearance of Snow Man members Ryota Miyadate and Daisuke Sakuma—famously dubbed "DateSaku" by fans. Following the announcement video, thrilled fans reacted online with comments like "So happy DateSaku are performing again this year!" and "I'll definitely be watching the stream!" The star-studded roster also includes familiar "Love It! Family" regulars such as Aoki Macho and Saya, alongside Reiwa Roman's Kuruma Takahashi, whose appearance is currently being finalized. Furthermore, early-bird streaming tickets went on sale the same day. Offering a 500 yen discount and exclusive post-show bonus f...

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...

On the evening of July 17, the popular J-pop group Snow Man appeared on TV Asahi’s music program Music Station to perform their buzzed-about new song "Good Time". During the broadcast, the hashtag "#プレ味な金曜日" (Premium-Taste Friday) trended heavily on social media, driven by the group's ability to turn sudden obstacles into pure entertainment and their brilliant collaboration with agency Juniors. The live broadcast came during an exceptionally demanding week for the group, marked by overlapping schedules and unexpected hurdles. Member Shota Watanabe, who rushed to the studio immediately after finishing a theater performance in Osaka, made a dramatic entrance, sliding into the frame just seconds before the main chorus. His last-minute arrival brought radiant smiles to his bandmates, including Raul, and sent waves of excitement through the audience. Additionally, the group showed off their signature humor by transporting Hikaru Iwamoto—who is currently recovering f...