On April 28, TWICE concluded the final night of their massive “THIS IS FOR” world tour concert at MUFG Stadium in Japan.
While the group delivered their high-energy performances, it was Jihyo’s emotional reaction that became the defining moment of the evening.
During the closing phase, like the song “Like 1” played, Jihyo suddenly burst into tears. Viral clips show her repeatedly wiping her eyes, visibly overcome with emotion.
Member Jeongyeon immediately jumped in to hug her, creating a heartfelt scene that highlighted the group’s deep bond.
The emotional clip spread quickly on social media, quickly exceeding 9 million views.
Fans expressed both admiration and concern, wondering what could have brought the usually strong and composed leader to such a vulnerable moment.
Shortly after the concert, Jihyo reassured fans by explaining her emotions.
She revealed that she was overwhelmed as she reflected on the difficulties TWICE had faced throughout their career. Standing in front of a crowd of 80,000 fans gave her a sense of comfort and gratitude.
He also admitted that moments like this feel rare and precious, adding to the emotional weight of the performance.
Despite entering their eleventh year, TWICE has faced constant criticism that the group is “beyond their prime,” particularly due to declining dominance in the national charts.
However, their latest tour tells a completely different story.
Over the course of three nights (April 25, 26 and 28), TWICE filled Japan’s largest stadium, MUFG Stadium, with 80,000 fans per night, for a total of 240,000 attendees.
This result makes them:
- The first K-pop group and foreign group to perform at the venue
- The K-pop girl group with the most viewers for a single concert series in history
TWICE’s influence extends far beyond Asia. Their North American tour stops alone attracted 550,000 attendees, setting another record for a K-pop girl group in the region.
Additionally, they held the title of best-selling K-pop girl group in the United States for five consecutive years (2021-2025).
Although performance on digital charts in Korea may fluctuate, a natural trend for long-established groups, TWICE continues to thrive through a loyal global fan base and consistent group activity.
Their unity as nine members, combined with unstoppable stage energy, has cemented their legacy as one of K-pop’s most enduring artists.
Sources: K14
