Tokyo International News Agency

UHA Mikakuto has announced the nationwide release of "Genta-meshi: Genta Soda Flavor," an officially endorsed new product created in collaboration with Travis Japan's Genta Matsuda, who serves as the commercial face for the popular gummy candy series "Ninja-meshi." The product will hit shelves at supermarkets and convenience stores across Japan starting Monday, August 24. Following the announcement, "Genta-meshi" quickly trended on social media, sparking widespread excitement among fans. "Genta-meshi" is a special project packed with Matsuda's passion, as he has long been an outspoken fan of "Ninja-meshi." The product features a playful design based on blue—his official idol group member color—and a custom "Genta Soda" flavor perfected after numerous trial batches. The collaboration came to fruition following remarks Matsuda made during concerts and behind-the-scenes moments on set, turning his personal dream into a ta...

On July 18, 2026, the TBS music special "Ongaku no Hi 2026" featured a one-night-only collaboration between Kento Senga of Kis-My-Ft2 and the members of Travis Japan, sparking a viral sensation across social media. As part of the show's highlight "DREAM Dance" segment, the STARTO ENTERTAINMENT selected team delivered an energetic performance of RIP SLYME's classic summer anthem, "Rakuen Baby." Their stage was a masterclass in summer vibes, showcasing sharp, flawless footwork paired with infectious, genuine smiles. Viewers were instantly captivated by the fusion of Senga's overwhelming technical dance prowess and the world-class synchronization that has become the hallmark of Travis Japan. Immediately following the broadcast, the hashtag "#KisuToraTamanneeNa" (meaning "This Kis-My-Ft2 and Travis Japan collab is too good") surged on X (formerly Twitter), reaching the number two trending spot nationwide. Fans flooded the platfo...

On July 4, 2026, Nippon TV’s annual summer music extravaganza, "THE MUSIC DAY 2026," featured its highly anticipated "shuffle medley." Travis Japan’s leader, Kaito Miyachika, stole the spotlight with a breathtaking performance that quickly became a major trending topic on social media. A Star-Studded Lineup Performs "SHE! HER! HER!" Miyachika appeared in Part 1 of the shuffle medley, joining forces with Shota Watanabe (Snow Man), Ryusei Onishi (Naniwa Danshi), and Takuto Teranishi. Together, they performed "SHE! HER! HER!", a popular hit song by Kis-My-Ft2. The special cross-group collaboration sent waves of excitement through the venue from the very first notes of the intro. Sparkling White Suits and Breathtaking Visuals Fans were particularly captivated by the sparkling white suits worn by the performers. Social media was flooded with praise, with comments like, "His face completely outshines the white outfit," and "It was simple...

Fuji TV's music program "MUSIC FAIR" has announced its broadcast for April 11th, and the collaboration of DAPUMP's ISSA with Travis Japan's Shimekake Ryuya and Matsukura Kaito performing Yutaka Ozaki's classic song "Boku ga Boku de Aru Tame ni" (To Be Myself) has generated significant buzz. Immediately after the announcement on the program's official X (formerly Twitter) account, this collaboration sparked a wave of excitement among fans. Notably, Travis Japan's Matsukura Kaito has openly stated in the past that this is his "favorite song," and the fulfillment of this long-cherished wish on a terrestrial music program has led to a flood of warm congratulatory messages from many fans, such as "Matsukura-kun, we're so happy for you, truly happy!" and "We're so thrilled to hear such a beloved masterpiece." The unique combination of DAPUMP's ISSA, a highly skilled vocalist, and popular Travis Japan member...

Noel Kawashima, a member of the popular idol group Travis Japan, has announced his admission into MENSA, the international high-IQ society, sparking a significant buzz, especially among fans. On February 25, Kawashima first revealed his MENSA membership on the TV program “Miracle 9.” He explained his journey to joining, saying, “I took a test, sent them my IQ score, and they said, ‘Alright, you can join.’” He further elaborated on his YouTube channel “Noel no Sukima Jikan” (Noel's Spare Time), revealing his IQ of 141, which places him in the top 2% (some sources say top 0.3%) of the global population. This news quickly spread across social media, with the term “MENSA member” trending. Fans expressed a mix of surprise and admiration, with comments like, “It's incredible to be able to say my bias has an IQ in the top 2% of the population,” “You were a MENSA member and still pulled off that crazy 'Nya Nya' live broadcast, you absolute legend,” “He's acquired the ultima...

Travis Japan's second CD single lead track, "Nimoni Mo" (陰ニモ日向ニモ), is set for an early digital release on Monday, February 16th, ahead of its CD launch on Wednesday, April 15th. Simultaneously, from midnight on the same day, radio stations nationwide will begin playing the song, much to the delight of their fans. The new song "Nimoni Mo" is characterized by its cool and addictive beat. Its selection as an insert song for a drama starring member Ryuya Shimekake has further heightened fan expectations. The unveiled jacket photo, featuring Shimekake at the center with his chin resting in his hand, has been widely praised with comments like "absolutely cool" and "thrilled to see Shime-chan in the center." The jacket's "Othello"-inspired aesthetic has also become a talking point. Following the announcement, social media was abuzz with enthusiastic reactions such as "Too much info, can't keep up!" and "I'll be r...

Travis Japan has announced the release of their 2nd CD single, "Kage nimo Hinata nimo," on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, generating significant buzz among fans. The song has been selected as an insert song for TV Asahi's "Oshidora Saturday" drama series, "Zenbu, Anata no Tame Dakara" (It's All For You), starring member Ryuya Shimekake. Expectations are high, as a portion of the song is anticipated to be pre-released on the drama's first broadcast date, Saturday, January 10. Fans have expressed their joy with numerous comments such as "Congratulations on the decision to release your 2nd CD Single!" and "Looking forward to both the drama and 'Kage nimo Hinata nimo'♪". The excitement is particularly amplified because the single's release date, April 15, coincides with member Kaito Nakamura's birthday, leading to celebratory remarks like "The release date is Umi-chan's birthday!!! How celebratory ㊗️". ...

Travis Japan member Kaito Miyachika's fan club exclusive merchandise, "Kaminodome Miyachika" (Miyachika Hair Clip), has climbed to the top of trending topics on X (formerly Twitter) and Yahoo! Japan's real-time search today, October 2nd, garnering significant attention. Fans have been vocal with comments like "It's cute" and "I'm using it daily." Kaito Miyachika's Unique Comment Ignites the Buzz: "When I Think of Being Hungry, I Think of Kaminodome Miyachika" The origin of the topic was Miyachika himself making a unique connection on October 2nd, "Tonkotsu Ramen Day," by saying, "When I think of being hungry, I think of Kaminodome Miyachika." In response to this statement, fans expressed reactions such as "It's so random, I love it!" and "It's truly interesting," with many recommending "Kaminodome Miyachika" as an item to tie up hair when eating tonkotsu ramen. Fans Sho...

The popular TBS variety show "Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai" (commonly known as "SoreSuno"), which aired its two-hour special on September 12, captivated viewers with extreme mission challenges set in Thailand. Social media was flooded with comments like "I laughed the whole time" and "It was incredibly fun" throughout the broadcast, dominating trending topics. In this special, the members of Snow Man were divided into three teams, enjoying the charms of Thailand while tackling difficult tasks. Team A (Ryota Miyadate, Daisuke Sakuma) showcased heartwarming interactions with animals, then surprisingly faced a "foot reflexology massage" as a penalty game, drawing big laughs with their reactions. Viewers commented, "DatteSaku-chan's foot massage was so helpful!" Team B (Hikaru Iwamoto, Ren Meguro) took on big game fishing. Ren Meguro delivered a surprise by catching a giant fish, astounding fans with "Ren Meguro'...

Noel Kawashima of Travis Japan has become a major topic on social media for his appearance during a performance of NEWS's "Chankapāna" in the shuffle medley segment of the large-scale music program "THE MUSIC DAY", broadcast on the 5th. His charm quickly spread and dominated trends, especially with keywords like "glasses" and "long tone". Many viewers expressed surprise at Kawashima's vocal ability and beautiful voice, particularly as he took on Yuya Tegoshi's long-tone part. Numerous highly positive comments poured in, such as "Noel Kawashima of Chankapāna really stood out. His voice was audible, especially since he was singing the higher parts, and he's just beautiful to begin with." Comments also highlighted his versatility, with remarks like, "He can sing too...? I thought he was just the quiz and acrobatics guy, but today his look and singing were amazing." Furthermore, many were captivated by his intellec...