On April 28, TWICE wrapped up the final night of their massive “THIS IS FOR” world tour concert at Japan’s MUFG Stadium.
While the group delivered their signature high-energy performances, it was Jihyo’s emotional reaction that became the night’s defining moment.
During the closing stage, as the song “Like 1” played, Jihyo suddenly broke down in tears. Viral clips show her repeatedly wiping her eyes, visibly overwhelmed by emotion.
Fellow member Jeongyeon quickly stepped in to embrace her, creating a heartfelt scene that highlighted the group’s deep bond.
The emotional clip spread rapidly across social media, surpassing 9 million views in a short time.
Fans expressed both admiration and concern, questioning what could have led 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 became overwhelmed while reflecting on the hardships TWICE had faced throughout their career. Standing before a crowd of 80,000 fans brought her a sense of comfort and gratitude.
She also admitted that moments like this feel rare and precious, adding to the emotional weight of the performance.
Despite entering their 11th year, TWICE has faced ongoing criticism claiming the group is “past their prime,” particularly due to declining domestic chart dominance.
However, their latest tour tells a completely different story.
Over three nights (April 25, 26, and 28), TWICE filled MUFG Stadium Japan’s largest venue with 80,000 fans per night, totaling 240,000 attendees.
This achievement makes them:
- The first K-pop group and foreign act to perform at the venue
- The K-pop girl group with the highest attendance for a single concert series in history
TWICE’s influence extends far beyond Asia. Their North American tour stops alone drew 550,000 attendees, setting another record for a K-pop girl group in the region.
Additionally, they have maintained the title of best-selling K-pop girl group in the U.S. for five consecutive years (2021–2025).
While digital chart performance in Korea may fluctuate a natural trend for long-running groups TWICE continues to thrive through a loyal global fanbase and consistent group activities.
Their unity as nine members, combined with relentless stage energy, has solidified their legacy as one of K-pop’s most enduring acts.
