The group TWS (Tourus) is igniting popularity in Japan by highlighting the charm of ‘K-refreshing.’TWS (Shinyu, Dohoon, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, Kyungmin) posted the second official photo of their Japanese debut single ‘Nice to see you again’ (original title はじめまして/하지메마시테) on their official social media on the 17th.This official photo was taken against the backdrop of the blue fields, parks, and sea in Okinawa, Japan. TWS’s bright and innocent faces harmonize with the refreshing landscape of a green summer day, evoking excitement in viewers.
TWS, known as a ‘representative of refreshing music’ in Korea and causing a popularity surge, plans to spread the charm of ‘K-refreshing’ in Japan. The single ‘Nice to see you again’, set to be released on July 2, is a work that allows one to feel a special thrill in everyday life, reminiscent of sparkling summer memories. The members said, “We want to show Japanese fans what kind of team TWS is through our debut single. We have prepared it so that our youthful charm and refreshing energy can be well felt.”TWS has shown remarkable presence even before their official debut in Japan. Their mini-album ‘TRY WITH US’ has surpassed cumulative shipments of 100,000 copies in the local market, receiving a ‘Gold’ certification from the Japan Record Association. They have proven their high popularity by holding consecutive ‘Gold’ certified albums with their previous single ‘Last Bell.’Additionally, TWS has been invited to Japan’s largest music festival, the ‘Rock in Japan Festival 2025.’ The ‘Rock in Japan Festival’ is one of Japan’s four major rock festivals, celebrating its 26th anniversary this year, and TWS will take the stage on the third day of the festival, September 15.Meanwhile, TWS is set to perform the track ‘Lucky to be loved’ from their mini-album ‘TRY WITH US’ on SBS’s ‘Inkigayo’ today (18th), showcasing delicate and warm emotional lines.
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