KiiiKiii Expands Japanese Presence with First Appearance on NHK’s ‘Venue 101’
Rising K-pop girl group KiiiKiii has successfully marked a significant step in expanding their international footprint by making their first appearance on the popular
Japanese music program, NHK’s ‘Venue 101’. The appearance, announced by Starship Entertainment on November 9, 2025 KST, was broadcast live on the evening of November 8 JST.
Debut Performance and Showcase on ‘Venue 101’
KiiiKiii used the platform to introduce themselves to the Japanese public and solidify their unique identity. During the broadcast, the group performed their catchy debut track, ‘I DO ME’.
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The appearance also included a special segment dedicated to introducing the group to Japanese viewers, allowing them to showcase their talent and what they describe as their signature “Gen Z vibe.”
The group’s performance and free-spirited energy are expected to attract new fans and further boost their international presence following this high-profile broadcast.
Rapid Rise and Rookie Achievements
Despite debuting recently in March 2025 with their first EP, ‘UNCUT GEM’, KiiiKiii has demonstrated a remarkably swift ascent in the K-pop industry:
- First Win: They secured first place on MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core’ with ‘I DO ME’ a mere 13 days after their official debut.
- Brand Recognition: The group topped the rookie idol brand reputation rankings for four consecutive months.
- Awards: KiiiKiii has received significant industry recognition, earning the No. 1 honor in the rookie female idol category at the 2025 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards and accumulating five rookie awards at various ceremonies.
Expanding Artistic and Global Activities
KiiiKiii has consistently engaged in creative projects and international activities that showcase their diverse appeal:
- Web Novel Collaboration: On November 4, the group launched a creative collaboration with Kakao Entertainment for the web novel ‘Dear. X: The Me of Tomorrow to the Me of Today’. They also released an accompanying track, ‘To Me From Me’, which was produced by Tablo, demonstrating their commitment to linking music with compelling storytelling.
- Japanese Stage Presence: Prior to their ‘Venue 101’ debut, KiiiKiii had already made significant inroads into the Japanese market.
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In August, they impressed crowds with their styling and high-energy at the ‘KANSAI COLLECTION 2025 A/W’ at Kyocera Dome Osaka.
On November 3, they were the only K-pop girl group to perform at NHK’s ‘MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2025’ at Tokyo Dome, where their strong live vocals and stage presence were highly praised, setting high expectations for their ‘Venue 101’ appearance.
The successful broadcast on ‘Venue 101’ solidifies KiiiKiii’s strategy of leveraging major Japanese platforms to build their international reputation and fan base.
