Giant Tokyo Photo and Vending Machine Show Kim Jae-joong’s Popularity in Japan

Kim Jae-joong’s popularity in Japan takes a highly visible form in the latest episode of KBS 2TV’s “Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant.” When he visited Harajuku, known as Tokyo’s “street of youth,” crowds gathered after recognizing him, bringing the street to a standstill.

Kim then stopped at a building entrance displaying a large photograph of himself. The site included a photo booth where fans could make memories with pictures linked to the entertainer.

He also found a vending machine covered with his image. The machine sold drinks featuring Kim, and he tried to purchase one himself. The program said the drinks were so popular that getting one was not easy, leaving viewers to wonder whether Kim managed to draw a can bearing his own face.

“Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant” features celebrities known for their interest in food as they take on the role of chef and introduce dishes from their everyday lives. The program airs on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m.

Kim debuted in 2003 as a member of TVXQ and later worked as a member of JYJ, a solo singer and an actor. He founded the entertainment agency iNKODE and currently serves as its chief strategy officer while continuing his artistic work and helping develop younger talent.

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I’m seeing it in person for the first time, too.