JO1 Announces U.S. Debut and 2026 North American Tour

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JO1 Umumkan Debut Amerika dan Tur Amerika Utara 2026
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Overseasidol.com — Japanese boy group JO1 delivered a major surprise to fans during the final day of their Osaka concert at Kyocera Dome on April 23.

The group officially announced their upcoming U.S. debut, set to take place this fall.

The announcement was revealed dramatically on the venue’s big screen, displaying the words “U.S. Debut” which immediately sparked excitement among the audience.

Alongside this, JO1 confirmed plans to release a U.S.-original EP featuring newly recorded tracks tailored for the international market.

In addition, the group unveiled their 2026 North American tour, scheduled from October 2 to October 11.

The tour will cover five major cities: Toronto, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, marking a significant step in their global expansion.

Back in Japan, JO1 also announced additional concerts at Vantelin Dome Nagoya on July 19 and 20.

For Nagoya-born members Sato Keigo and Kimata Shoya, performing in their hometown holds special meaning, and both expressed their excitement on stage.