SixTONES’ Yugo Kochi Sparks Viral Buzz with Hokkaido Puns and a Wild "Fish Skin Suit" Project
Yugo Kochi, a member of the popular idol group SixTONES, is currently the talk of social media due to his antics during the group's ongoing live tour and his involvement in a bold new television project. Starting with the tour stop at the Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena in Hokkaido, his blend of humor and stylish visuals has driven fans into a frenzy. “It’s not Wakkanai!”: Humorous Puns from the Hokkaido Stage Coinciding with the Hokkaido performances that kicked off recently, the official SixTONES social media accounts posted a message from Kochi. He playfully warned fans, “It’s not 'Wa'-kkanai! It’s Makomanai!” using a pun on the names of two famous Hokkaido locations. This lighthearted call-out, coming just before the 46th show of their 50-performance tour, delighted fans. The post was filled with his signature emoji choices, prompting comments such as “This is 'Saikochi' (a pun on Kochi and the Japanese word for 'the best')” and “I can feel the love in ...