Park Bo-gum sells out fan meeting in Japan, kicks off Asia tour
Park Bo-gum’s solo fan meeting “BE WITH YOU” draws a crowd of around 20,000 at Yokohama’s Pia Arena over the weekend. Courtesy of The Black Label
Actor Park Bo-gum has officially launched his solo fan meeting tour with a sold-out two-day event in Japan, drawing over 20,000 fans to Yokohama Pia Arena on July 26 and 27.
Titled “Be With You,” the tour reflects Park’s message of always staying close to his fans. The actor will continue the tour across Asia, with stops in Seoul, Singapore, Kaohsiung, Manila, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur.
Appearing on stage to thunderous applause, Park greeted fans in fluent Japanese and immediately connected with the audience through casual talk and personal updates. He also discussed his recent projects, including the hit drama “Good Boy.”
A surprise highlight of the Yokohama shows was the unexpected appearance of his “Good Boy” co-stars Kim So-hyun and Lee Sang-yi, who joined Park onstage on different days. The three actors shared behind-the-scenes stories and memorable moments from filming, delighting the audience.
The fan meeting also featured interactive segments where Park granted fans’ wishes and engaged directly with individuals in the crowd. He expressed deep gratitude for the unwavering support he has received over the years, creating an intimate and heartfelt atmosphere.
Known for his passion for music, Park took to the stage with live performances of fan favorites, including his Japanese single “Bloomin’,” his debut album's title track “Dear My Friend,” and unreleased songs such as “On My Way.”
Returning to the stage after an encore call, Park said, “It’s been six years since I last saw my Japanese fans, and I’m so happy we could share this time together. Thanks to your unwavering love, this has been a beautiful journey full of stars and smiles. I sincerely thank all of you who joined me.”
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, a sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.