From reality-show underdogs to one of Japan's most talked-about new acts, Hana's first year has already included chart-topping hits, opening a first-of-its-kind music festival and a nationwide tour.
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Girl group Hana channels positivity into every performance
Before joining Hana, the group's members were told 'no' by the entertainment industry. Now they're part of one of Japan's most talked-about new acts.
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Music festival Zipangu offers a glimpse of J-pop’s future beyond anime
Ado, Chanmina, Atarashii Gakko!, Yuki Chiba and more turned a Pasadena golf course into a showcase for the breadth of Japanese music and its growing appeal abroad.
The Japan Times“「HANAファンの娘のために家族で6時間運転して開演1時間前にコンサート会場に着いてたのに、会場入れたときにはHANA終わってた」LAで行われた音楽イベントの運営が問題視される” (70 users)
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「HANAファンの娘のために家族で6時間運転して開演1時間前にコンサート会場に着いてたのに、会場入れたときにはHANA終わってた」LAで行われた音楽イベントの運営が問題視される
LAで行われたJapanese Music Event『Zipangu』に出演したHANA 2026.05.16 "Zipangu" JAPANESE MUSIC EVENT 2026 Our very first performance in LA! Thank you for all the love. Hope we can see you again very soon! "ZIPANGU" JAPANESE MUSIC EVENT 2026 Playlist #HANA
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What is Zipangu? Inside J-pop’s first-of-its-kind Los Angeles festival
A new Stateside event tests whether viral success can become a lasting international presence.
The Japan Times
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