It has been officially announced that Snow Man will appear on the Korean music program “M COUNTDOWN.”
The recording will take place on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul.
This marks Snow Man’s very first appearance on a Korean music show, drawing significant attention both in Japan and overseas.
On the same day, audience applications were held via the group’s official X account, and the short application window highlighted the overwhelming interest. In addition, a pop-up store will be held in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, from August 30 to September 14, signaling that Snow Man’s activities in Korea are entering a new phase.
Snow Man Member Profiles
Snow Man consists of nine unique members, each excelling in different fields such as singing, dancing, acting, and variety shows. Together, they represent one of Japan’s most popular entertainment groups.
- Hikaru Iwamoto (b. 1993) – Leader of the group, known for his powerful dance and muscular physique.
- Tatsuya Fukazawa (b. 1992) – Skilled MC and mood maker of Snow Man.
- Raul (b. 2003) – The youngest, standing over 190 cm tall, recognized for his striking stage presence.
- Shota Watanabe (b. 1992) – Talented vocalist with a passion for beauty and skincare.
- Koji Mukai (b. 1994) – Kansai-born entertainer with strong talk skills and a bright personality.
- Ryohei Abe (b. 1993) – Known as the “intellectual member,” a graduate of Sophia University’s graduate school and a certified weather forecaster.
- Ren Meguro (b. 1997) – Popular actor with many drama and film appearances alongside group activities.
- Ryota Miyadate (b. 1993) – Elegant character, often referred to as the group’s “Prince.”
- Daisuke Sakuma (b. 1992) – Energetic and cheerful, famous for his love of anime.
Snow Man Release History (Highlights)
Since their CD debut in 2020, Snow Man has produced multiple hit songs and albums.
- Jan 2020 – CD debut with single “D.D.” (surpassed one million sales).
- Sep 2021 – Released 1st album “Snow Mania S1” (debuted at #1 on Oricon).
- Mar 2022 – Released single “Brother Beat” as the theme for the movie Osomatsu-san.
- Sep 2022 – 2nd album “Snow Labo. S2” released, showcasing their evolution.
- 2023 – Released multiple tie-in songs such as “Tapestry” and “Dangerholic.”
- 2024 – Best album release and successful dome tour cemented their status as one of Japan’s top groups.
- 2025 – Expanding into Korea with their first overseas music show appearance and pop-up store events.
Significance of Their Korean Debut
Snow Man’s appearance on M COUNTDOWN represents a milestone for Japanese idol groups expanding into the Korean market. Having focused primarily on Japan until now, this step marks their entry into the global stage.
With the Seoul pop-up store and local events, Snow Man is expected to deepen connections with Korean fans and expand their presence across Asia—and potentially worldwide in the near future.
Summary
- Snow Man will appear on M COUNTDOWN on August 28, 2025 (CJ ENM Center, Seoul)
- Their first-ever appearance on a Korean music show
- A pop-up store in Seongsu-dong, Seoul will run from August 30 to September 14
- A 9-member group with diverse talents, debuted in 2020 and has since released numerous hits
