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1The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan has revealed a new lineup of performing artists!This year’s Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will be held over…

2026 Music Bank Global Festival In Japan Announces Additional Lineup

The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan has revealed a new lineup of performing artists!

This year’s Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will be held over two nights on December 12 and 13 at the Japan National Stadium.

TWICE × TWICE About group TWICE TWICE is a nine-member girl group famous for bright concepts, addictive choruses, and a huge discography of K-pop hits. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Sana × Artist bio Sana Real name: Minatozaki SanaPosition: VocalistNationality: JapaneseBirthday: 1996-12-29Birthplace: Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan Vocalist of TWICE. Sana is bubbly, sweet, and affectionate, famous for her cute expressions and friendly energy. Tap again to view profile → Close will serve as an MC on Day 1 (December 12) of the year-end music festival, while IVE × IVE About group IVE IVE is a six-member girl group recognized for chic visuals, confident concepts, and strong chart performance. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Jang Won Young will host Day 2 (December 13). Actor and current “Music Bank” MC Kim Jae Won will also serve as an MC on both days of the festival.

Day 1 of the 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will feature performances by aespa × aespa About group aespa aespa is a South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment, consisting of Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. Since their debut in 2020, aespa has gained international recognition for their innovative concept that combines music, storytelling, and virtual avatars, creating a unique identity within the K-pop industry. Known for their powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and futuristic sound, the group has consistently topped charts and attracted a growing global fanbase. With hit songs such as “Black Mamba,” “Next Level,” “Savage,” “Spicy,” and “Supernova,” aespa has established itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop groups. Their distinctive blend of pop, electronic, and experimental music, combined with strong visual concepts and world tours, continues to expand their influence and popularity among fans around the world. Tap again to view profile → Close , ATEEZ × ATEEZ About group ATEEZ ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stage presence. Tap again to view profile → Close , ALPHA DRIVE ONE × About group ALPHA DRIVE ONE ALPHA DRIVE ONE (알파드라이브원), also known as ALD1, is an eight-member boy group under WAKEONE. The group consists of LEO, JUNSEO, ARNO, GEONWOO, SANGWON, XINLONG, ANXIN, and SANGHYEON. Formed through BOYS II PLANET, ALPHA DRIVE ONE officially debuted on January 12, 2026 with the mini album EUPHORIA. The group name represents the goal of becoming the best (ALPHA), the passion and momentum to move forward (DRIVE), and unity as one team (ONE). Tap again to view profile → Close , Hearts2Hearts × About group Hearts2Hearts Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) is an 8-member girl group under SM Entertainment, debuting in 2025 with a fresh, emotional pop sound and a global focus. Tap again to view profile → Close , INI, KickFlip, MISAMO (TWICE), Nayeon × Artist bio Nayeon Real name: Im Na-yeonPosition: Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, CenterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1995-09-22Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea Lead vocalist, center and oldest member of TWICE. Nayeon is bright, confident, and playful, often seen as a mood maker with strong stage presence and natural variety charm. Tap again to view profile → Close (TWICE), NCT × NCT About group NCT NCT is a South Korean boy group formed by SM Entertainment with a unique multi-unit concept. There are 6 units within NCT; NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, WayV, NCT U, NCT DOJAEJUNG. Tap again to view profile → Close WISH, NiziU, RIIZE, and TWS.

Meanwhile, Day 2 will feature performances by AEN, BOYNEXTDOOR × About group BOYNEXTDOOR BOYNEXTDOOR is a six-member South Korean boy group under KOZ Entertainment. The group consists of SUNGHO, RIWOO, JAEHYUN, TAESAN, LEEHAN, and WOONHAK. They officially debuted on May 30, 2023. The group's name reflects the idea of approachable "boys next door," with music centered on relatable stories, everyday experiences, and the emotions of youth. Their official fandom name is ONEDOOR. Tap again to view profile → Close , CORTIS × CORTIS About group CORTIS CORTIS is a five-member boy group under BIGHIT MUSIC consisting of MARTIN, JAMES, JUHOON, SEONGHYEON and KEONHO. The group debuted in 2025. The name CORTIS is derived from the phrase "COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES" and represents thinking freely beyond conventional rules and standards. The members participate collaboratively in music, choreography, performance and visual production. Tap again to view profile → Close , ITZY × ITZY About group ITZY ITZY is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. They debuted on February 12, 2019. Tap again to view profile → Close , IVE, LE SSERAFIM × About group LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM is a five-member multinational girl group under SOURCE MUSIC, consisting of SAKURA, KIM CHAEWON, HUH YUNJIN, KAZUHA and HONG EUNCHAE. The group debuted on May 2, 2022. Their name is an anagram of "I'M FEARLESS" and represents moving forward fearlessly without being swayed by the expectations of the world. Tap again to view profile → Close , NEXZ × NEXZ About group NEXZ NEXZ is a seven-member global boy group formed through Nizi Project Season 2, a joint audition project between JYP Entertainment and Sony Music. The group consists of TOMOYA, YU, HARU, SO GEON, SEITA, HYUI, and YUKI. NEXZ globally debuted on May 20, 2024 with Ride the Vibe. The group name represents Next Z(G)eneration. Tap again to view profile → Close , RESCENE × RESCENE About group RESCENE RESCENE (리센느) is a five-member girl group under THE MUZE Entertainment consisting of WONI, LIV, MINAMI, MAY, and ZENA. The group debuted on March 26, 2024 with their first single album Re:Scene. Tap again to view profile → Close , Stray Kids × About group Stray Kids Stray Kids is an eight-member self-producing boy group known for intense performances, experimental sound, and powerful rap lines. Tap again to view profile → Close , &TEAM × &TEAM About group &TEAM &TEAM is a nine-member Japanese boy group under YX LABELS. The group consists of EJ, FUMA, K, NICHOLAS, YUMA, JO, HARUA, TAKI, and MAKI. The group was formed through the survival program &AUDITION - The Howling and officially debuted on December 7, 2022, with the mini album First Howling : ME. &TEAM promotes primarily in Japan while maintaining a strong international K-pop presence. The group later expanded its activities in South Korea with its Korean debut. Their official fandom name is LUNÉ. Tap again to view profile → Close , TUIDE, xikers × xikers About group xikers xikers is a ten-member South Korean boy group under KQ Entertainment. Originally introduced as KQ Fellaz 2, the group officially debuted on March 30, 2023, with the mini album HOUSE OF TRICKY : Doorbell Ringing. The group consists of Minjae, Junmin, Sumin, Jinsik, Hyunwoo, Junghoon, Seeun, Yujun, Hunter, and Yechan. Known for their powerful performances, energetic choreography, and hip-hop influenced sound, xikers continues to establish itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop boy groups. Tap again to view profile → Close , and ZEROBASEONE × About group ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 5-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet I. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. Tap again to view profile → Close .

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