TWS continues growing popularity in Japan with refreshing summer single

TWS is continuing its rise in Japan with additional concept content including a film and photos for its second Japanese single, capturing the group's refreshing youthful spirit.

The six members shared a concept film on June 24 and Version B of the official concept photos on June 26 through the group's official social media accounts for their second Japanese single 'SODA SODA'. The content features the members as employees at a seaside snack shop, highlighting their bright and refreshing charm.

The members are seen enthusiastically taking on various roles, from preparing shaved ice to serving customers, naturally conveying TWS's signature youthful energy. Everyday props such as soda drinks, aprons, and menu boards, combined with the members' genuine expressions, vividly capture the carefree atmosphere of midsummer youth.

Set for release on Aug. 4, 'SODA SODA' will feature three tracks, including an original Japanese song. The title track of the same name expresses TWS's desire to cherish the irreplaceable, shining moments of youth while continuing to move forward. The song has also been selected as the theme song for ABC-Mart's TV commercial in Japan. A portion of the track was recently revealed through the television commercial, further building anticipation among fans.

TWS's fifth mini album 'NO TRAGEDY' has also performed strongly on Japan's major first-half music charts. According to the Oricon Half-Year Ranking 2026, released on June 25 and covering the period from Dec. 8, 2025, to June 7, 2026, the album ranked No. 10 on the Combined Album Ranking and No. 9 on the Album Ranking. It also placed No. 10 on Billboard Japan's 2026 first-half Top Album Sales chart. All three rankings mark the highest placements achieved by a fifth-generation K-pop group album.

TWS kicked off its first Asia tour in Seoul, with concerts held June 27–28 at KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, selling out completely — including restricted-view seats — on the first day of ticket sales. The eight-city tour will continue to Fukuoka, Hyogo, Kanagawa, Macau, Bangkok, Singapore, and Kaohsiung, where the group will meet fans, known as 42.