"Kore de Iinoda!" (これでいいのだ!) by WEST. is a playful, chaotic, and surprisingly thoughtful song built around the idea of embracing imperfection and living freely in the moment. Written, composed, and choreographed by member Daiki Shigeoka, the track, which leads the group's 12th album "唯一無二," already establishes its main theme on its title: life does not … Continue reading WEST.’s “Kore de Iinoda!”: It’s okay to be just the way you are!
Dumpling Box tuned into the livestream of Yokoyama Expo from across the world. What follows may include spoilers, but more than anything, it’s an honest experience of enjoying Kansai’s warm chaos from the other side of the earth. On September 11, 2025, Osaka’s EXPO arena “Matsuri” was supposed to host a celebration of Kansai’s warmth … Continue reading Livestream Report: Yokoyama Expo
The popular webtoon "Itaewon Class" by Cho Kwang-jin is set to become the world's first musical adaptation. The musical will kick off in June at Tokyo Tatemono Brillia Hall, followed by a tour starting in July. The lead role of Park Saeroyi will be played by WEST.'s Nozomu Kotaki, whose singing and acting skills have … Continue reading Nozomu Kotaki Stars in Itaewon Class Musical
Tokyo, June 21, 2024 — It has been announced that Kotaki Nozomu from the popular group WEST., will star in the upcoming musical "DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY." The production is set to open on September 28 at the Tokyu Theatre Orb in Shibuya, Tokyo, running until October 20, and will feature Kotaki in the challenging … Continue reading Kotaki Nozomu Stars in “DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY” Musical
