A Japanese idol’s daring stage outfit at a snow festival in Hokkaido has gone viral, sparking intense debate online.
According to Ettoday, the girl group Planck stars was invited to perform at an art event held in Hokkaido. During their performance of the song “Ufoufo”, the members took off their winter coats on stage, revealing summer clothing underneath, including shorts and short-sleeved tops.
Notably, member Anaru Rairai appeared in a swimsuit, singing and dancing energetically despite the freezing temperatures.
A clip of Anaru Rairai performing in the falling snow quickly circulated across forums and social media platforms, attracting widespread attention.
The performance divided public opinion. Some concertgoers praised Anaru Rairai’s stamina and professionalism on stage, admiring her ability to perform energetically in such challenging weather conditions.
Others criticized the group’s management, accusing the company of mistreating members. Several netizens argued that organizers should not have allowed such clothing in extreme cold conditions, calling the arrangement inappropriate.
On February 10th, Planck starsThe management agency released an official statement clarifying the situation.
The company said so the members themselves firmly chose to perform in swimsuits, t-shirts and shorts. The management underlined this the decision was not imposed by the agency.
The statement explains it In professional activities, the company always gives priority to the safety and health of members, taking into account public sentiment.
According to the manager, the swimsuit scene was intended as a “surprise gift” for the fans. The group did not inform event organizers in advance of their plan to remove their coats during the show.
The agency too he invited the public not to attack the event organizers and the artists. They issued an apology for causing negative feelings among viewers and I promised that in the future, performers would be required to wear sufficiently warm clothing when appearing in cold weather.
Established in 2018, Planck stars It currently consists of 7 members: Anru Rairai, Candy Vivid Paradise, Nagisa juri, Iori, Rachi, Hanyu Yuka and Okaeri.
The group is known for its rebellious and free-spirited image, fusing rock and electronic dance music in their releases.
While the snowy swimsuit spectacle may have been intended as a surprise for fans, it has now become one of the most talked about moments of Japan’s winter festival season.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
