“Finally, I met IVE. I’ve been eagerly waiting for this day!”
Even before their official debut in Japan, IVE was already being called upon. Major media outlets, including Oricon, along with fans, eagerly awaited them.
IVE, in response to their fans’ call, embarked on their first world tour “IVE THE 1ST WORLD TOUR SHOW WHAT I HAVE”, which included a visit to Japan. They graced the stage at Yokohama K-Arena on Nov 15th and 16th, becoming the first K-pop singer to hold a concert there. They performed for a packed audience of 40,000 fans, delivering 180-minute-long shows.
Achieving titles like “Rookie singer receiving Daesang (grand prize)” and “Chart killer”, IVE captured hearts not only in Korea but also in Japan. Dispatch accompanied IVE on their first steps of the world tour. Japanese fans also got the chance to meet them in person.
The concert venue buzzed with excitement, featuring fans of all ages, from children holding their mothers’ hands to high school girls accompanied by their fathers. Some male fans even wore “Baddie” outfits, and there were those who brought goods not officially released in Japan.
Fans shared their admiration for IVE’s various charms, from their perfect visuals, their cuteness offstage to their transformative stage presence. The audience expressed their anticipation and support for the group, praising their addictive songs and captivating performances.
IVE’s continuous efforts and language skills, particularly the fluent Japanese of member Rei, were highlighted. The members dedicate time each week to Japanese language lessons.
Fans expressed their devotion, recounting how they became fans and praising each member’s unique qualities. The group’s efforts to connect with fans worldwide, their versatility and their captivating performances were repeatedly commended.
IVE responded to Dispatch’s request to convey a message to their fans, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming support. The members conveyed their happiness at meeting Japanese fans and expressed their eagerness to continue activities, promising to repay the love they receive from fans.
In return, fans shared their sincere wishes for the well-being and success of each member, emphasizing their appreciation for the group’s continuous efforts. The meeting between IVE and fans, both on and off the stage, became a heartwarming exchange of appreciation and support.
Source: Daum
