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• Boyfriend gathers 40,000 fans for their Japanese showcase at the Budokan
• Boyfriend woos Japanese press way before debut
• My Name introduces itself in Japan
• A-jax’s debut rocks Japan
• B1A4 fans treats band to debut present

Idol group Boyfriend took to the streets of Gangnam, southern Seoul, yesterday to meet and greet its fans.

The event held at M Stage celebrated the launch of the group’s first EP, “Love Style.”

Boyfriend’s agency announced on Friday that putting together the showcase in the bustling area of southern Seoul was a difficult feat, but the band was determined to thank and connect with its fans living in the area.

“Love Style” was released on Thursday and quickly secured the No. 1 spot on Cyworld’s music Web site in addition to coming in at the fifth and ninth spots on Bugs.co.kr and Melon.com, respectively.

The six-member boy band made its debut last year and began promoting its music across the East Sea from May.

On May 28, the band rented a submarine and held a press conference in it to mark the launch of its Japanese debut.

On June 30, the band will hold its premiere Japanese showcase at the famed Budokan in Tokyo.

By Carla Sunwoo

Source: Korea Joongang Daily

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