HEARTS2HEARTS Impresses Japanese Fans with Special Stages of "The Chase" and "Butterflies"

On March 30, 2025, SM Entertainment’s rookie girl group Hearts2Hearts (H2H) delivered a stunning debut performance in Japan on TV Asahi – The Performance at K‑Arena Yokohama. This marked their first official Japanese stage and immediately captured attention from fans and local media.

🎤 Iconic Performance: “The Chase” & “Butterflies”

• The Chase kicked off with grand visuals and high‑energy choreography. This synth‑pop track evoked an Alice in Wonderland‑like mystical adventure, enhanced by neon purple lighting and dynamic visual effects.
• Butterflies followed as a gentle contrast—the R&B mid‑tempo ballad delivered with mature vocal harmonies that drew silence and emotional immersion from the audience.

The show balanced energetic dynamics with refined aesthetics. Fast tempo with modern electronic arrangements, smooth vocal transitions, and expressive synchronized choreography made H2H a standout highlight. Their dance movements conveyed technical skill and reinforced the songs’ themes of courage and pursuing one’s dreams, adding emotional depth beyond literal lyrics.

Dramatic stage visuals, immersive lighting, and meticulously designed costumes supported the artistic narrative. Performing songs in both Korean and Japanese enhanced their global appeal and widened their multilingual audience. Cheers and applause from the crowd echoed throughout, reflecting strong connection and enthusiasm.

📸 Fanmeeting & Interaction Session

One day before, H2H held a limited fan event in Tokyo with official Japanese fans from their fandom, S2U. The members played interactive games, answered fan questions, and handed out signed polaroid photos—showing warm and fun chemistry.

🗾 Japanese Media & Fan Enthusiasm

Japanese entertainment outlets like Oricon, Modelpress, and Nikkan Sports featured special coverage, calling H2H a “rookie monster” stealing the spotlight from their debut. Hashtags like #ハチュ and #Hearts2HeartsJapan trended on Japanese Twitter.

👗 Fashion Event Appearance: GirlsAward Spring/Summer 2025

On May 3, 2025, H2H also performed “The Chase” on the main runway at Rakuten GirlsAward, wearing a special collaboration outfit with Musinsa and the character Hachuping—marking their first official fashion collaboration in Japan.

🏆 Recognition & Awards

• Awarded “Rookie of the Year – Japan Asia Focus” at the Asia Star Entertainer Awards in Yokohama on May 28.
• Their performance—especially “Butterflies” with open‑air staging and cherry blossom lighting—was called one of the most emotional moments of the ceremony.

📈 Global Footprint & Expansion

Their success in Japan reinforced Hearts2Hearts’ position as a promising international rookie group. After touring Korea, they were set to perform at SMTOWN Live 2025 in Los Angeles and Mexico City in May. Their debut album The Chase also landed in the top 10 of Japan’s weekly Oricon album charts.

🔍 Artistic Insights & Global Strategy

• 🎶 Musical Dynamics: H2H combined high energy, complex harmonies, and modern arrangements for emotional impact.
• ✨ Visual Aesthetics: Dramatic lighting, impressive visual effects, and detailed costumes created a theatrical and immersive experience.
• 👯 Choreography as Narrative: Dance movements communicated themes of courage and adventure.
• 🎤 Vocal Quality: Individual voices blended with harmonies show high-level training and professionalism.
• 🗣️ Meaningful Lyrics: Themes of dreams, courage, and new journeys delivered inspirational messages.
• 🌍 Global Language Strategy: Performing in Korean and Japanese signaled their international orientation.
• 🎉 Audience Connection: Enthusiastic applause showed deep emotional resonance between performers and audience.