Which Stray Kids song earned platinum certification in Japan, and what milestone did it reach?

“Special,” the title track of “★★★★★ (5-STAR),” passed 100 million cumulative streams in Japan as of September 2026. The Recording Industry Association of Japan granted the certification, making it Stray Kids’ third Japanese streaming platinum certification.

When will Stray Kids perform at Tokyo Dome, and how can fans watch the Nov. 7 show?

The three Tokyo Dome concerts are scheduled for Friday through Sunday. The Nov. 7 performance, the second show, will be broadcast live in cinemas worldwide through a partnership with Trafalgar Releasing.

How has Stray Kids’ THIS & THAT performed on the Billboard 200?

Released in August, “THIS & THAT” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 dated Aug. 22 and remained on the chart for 12 consecutive weeks as of the Nov. 7 edition. Its debut extended Stray Kids’ record of nine consecutive releases opening at No. 1, a run that began with “ODDINARY” in 2022.

Stray Kids score 3rd Japanese platinum certification ahead of Tokyo Dome concerts

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Summary

Stray Kids earned their third Japanese streaming platinum certification as they prepare for three Tokyo Dome concerts from Friday through Sunday. “Special,” from the album “★★★★★ (5-STAR),” surpassed 100 million cumulative streams in Japan as of September 2026, according to JYP Entertainment. The Nov. 7 concert will be broadcast live in cinemas worldwide. The group’s Japan tour performances, including the Tokyo shows, are expected to attract approximately 520,000 people.

Key Facts

The Recording Industry Association of Japan awarded the certification to “Special.”
Stray Kids’ previous Japanese streaming platinum certifications were for “MANIAC” from “ODDINARY” and “CASE 143” from “MAXIDENT.”
The Nov. 7 Tokyo Dome performance is the second of the three shows and will be presented in cinemas in partnership with Trafalgar Releasing.
In August, Stray Kids became the first overseas male artist to perform a solo concert at Tokyo’s National Stadium.
“THIS & THAT,” released in August, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 dated Aug. 22 and remained on the chart for 12 consecutive weeks as of the Nov. 7 edition.

By Lee Kyung-min

Published Nov 5, 2026 10:15 am KST

Stray Kids / Courtesy of JYP Entertainment

Stray Kids have added another milestone in Japan, earning their third streaming platinum certification as the group prepares to launch three nights of concerts at Tokyo Dome on Friday.

“Special,” the title track of the group's third full-length album, “★★★★★ (5-STAR),” surpassed 100 million cumulative streams in Japan as of September 2026, earning platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ), according to JYP Entertainment.

The achievement marks the group's third Japanese streaming platinum certification, following those awarded to “MANIAC,” from the mini album “ODDINARY,” and “CASE 143,” from “MAXIDENT.”

The certification comes ahead of Stray Kids' Tokyo Dome concerts, scheduled for Friday through Sunday as part of their “RUN IT” world tour.

The Nov. 7 performance, second of the three Tokyo shows, will also be broadcast live in cinemas worldwide in partnership with global event cinema distributor Trafalgar Releasing.

The group's Japan tour has included a concert at Tokyo's National Stadium in August, where Stray Kids became the first overseas male artist to perform a solo concert at the venue, followed by shows at Vantelin Dome Nagoya, Kyocera Dome Osaka and Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka.

The series of performances, including the three Tokyo Dome shows, is expected to attract approximately 520,000 people, according to JYP Entertainment.

Stray Kids are also maintaining their presence on the U.S. charts with their mini album “THIS & THAT,” released in August.

The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 dated Aug. 22 and has remained on the chart for 12 consecutive weeks as of the Nov. 7 edition.

It also extended the group's record of nine consecutive releases debuting at No. 1 on the chart, beginning with “ODDINARY” in 2022.

This article was published with the assistance of generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.

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