'Kinki Ra Kinni' original artist Masahiko Kondo, first Korea tour in 47 years

A symbol of 1980s J-pop, a historic arrival in Korea after 47 years since debut

A legendary icon that ruled Japanese pop culture in the 1980s, 'Masahiko Kondo', finally takes the stage in Korea. The concert organizer, Takiel, officially announced on the 11th that 'Masahiko Kondo''s 'first Korea solo concert'—47 years after his debut—will be held next month on the 27th at the Bluesquare Our One (WON) Banking Hall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. This carries tremendous weight, as it marks the first Korea solo performance by the maestro who left an indelible mark on J-pop history.

From debut song to Oricon domination—return of the youth star that shook Asia

Born in 1964, 'Masahiko Kondo' first appeared in public in 1979 as an actor, then debuted as an official singer in 1980. With his debut single, 'Sneaker Blues', he quickly topped the Oricon charts and reigned as Japan’s top youth star. This concert promises to raise anticipation to the highest level, featuring not only a parade of mega-hit songs that cut across the era for the Korean fans who have supported him for many long years, but also a special stage designed exclusively for Korea.

'Hanil King Concert' buzz-worthy classic revived through the original artist’s vivid live performance

In particular, among his discography, the 1981 masterpiece 'Kinki Ra Kinni Sarigenaku' triggered an explosive musical frenzy not only in Japan at the time of release, but also in Korea’s music market. Recently, Sumida Aiko perfectly recreated the song on MBN’s music program 'Hanil King Concert', placing it once again at the very center of a massive wave of attention among local fans. This Korea tour is an irreplaceable chance to experience timeless classics firsthand through the original artist’s weighty live performance.