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Japanese Star AKASAKI Draws 3,000 Fans to Surprise Taipei Pop-Up Performance

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Japanese artist AKASAKI held a surprise pop-up performance in Taipei, drawing approximately 3,000 fans.
  • The event celebrated AKASAKI's upcoming major debut under EMI Records Japan and his "ONIGIRI" world tour.
  • Despite his rising fame, AKASAKI remains a university student, with many classmates unaware of his musical career.

Japanese rising star AKASAKI captivated an estimated 3,000 fans with a surprise pop-up performance in Taipei on July 25, 2026. The artist delivered a high-energy set of five songs, including his streaming hit "BUNNY GIRL," which has garnered over 91 million MV views. The half-hour performance concluded with enthusiastic calls for encores, to which AKASAKI responded in Mandarin, "Sorry, we have to say goodbye here!"

Sorry, we have to say goodbye here!

— AKASAKIResponding in Mandarin to encore calls after his pop-up performance in Taipei.

AKASAKI officially announced his major debut under EMI Records Japan, a subsidiary of Universal Music. He also revealed details of his "AKASAKI 1st WORLD TOUR 'ONIGIRI'," which includes a stop at Zepp New Taipei on November 28. Hailed as the youngest solo male artist in Japanese history to embark on a world tour, AKASAKI expressed gratitude, stating he doesn't aim to appear "special or amazing" but rather to thank his supporters. He embraced the nickname "monster rookie," reiterating his appreciation.

I don't want to appear special or amazing, but rather want to thank everyone through this title.

— AKASAKICommenting on being the youngest solo male artist to embark on a world tour.

Reflecting on his past, AKASAKI admitted to being too impulsive and perhaps arrogant, failing to fully respect those around him. He now emphasizes the importance of showing greater respect. This pop-up event in Taiwan marked his final performance of his teenage years, a milestone he cherished. "I really like Taipei," he shared, feeling fortunate to have his last teenage performance on the streets. He described the experience as being "true to himself and opening his heart."

Thank you for thinking so highly of me!

— AKASAKIResponding to being called a 'monster rookie'.

Despite his growing international recognition, AKASAKI is still a university student, and many of his classmates remain unaware of his celebrity status. He mentioned that only one or two classmates have recognized him from photos on their phones. While he doesn't actively promote his career to them, he confirms his identity if asked directly. AKASAKI also expressed his excitement about trying Taiwanese food, particularly mangoes and pineapples, and was intrigued by the idea of trying a Taiwanese rice ball, aligning with his "ONIGIRI" tour theme. He hopes his fans will continue to support him through his artistic and personal evolution.

I think I should have shown more respect to the people around me. I was a bit too impulsive before, a bit arrogant and couldn't see the people around me. Now I feel I need to have greater respect.

— AKASAKIReflecting on his past behavior.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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