Summary of Korean female idols: Introducing popular K-pop girl groups
It’s no longer unusual to see idol groups from South Korea appearing on Japan’s music charts.
Even among “idol groups,” Korean groups are especially appealing for their high level of performance, and they’re gaining fans not only in Japan but all around the world.
In this article, we’ll focus on female groups among the many successful Korean acts and introduce them.
We’ve selected only super famous girl groups, so if there are any you don’t know yet, take this opportunity to check out their performances.
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Summary of Korean female idols: Introducing popular K-pop girl groups (11–20)
Nxde(G)I-DLE
(G)I-DLE is a five-member idol group.
Their name can look tricky to pronounce in writing, but in Japan they’re called “Ji Aidoru.” They debuted in Korea in 2018 with the mini-album “I am,” and made their Japan debut in 2019 with the mini-album “LATATA.” The cool, empowered female image that they project—exemplified by the lead track “LATATA”—is their greatest strength.
Their charisma is truly captivating!
Love Me Like ThisNMIXX
NMIXX is a six-member K-pop group.
In Japanese, it’s read as “Enmix.” Although member Jinni left the group and they are now a six-member lineup, their momentum shows no signs of slowing down, and they’re racking up astounding view counts on YouTube.
There’s no doubt they’ll be one of the artists representing the future K-pop scene.
While they focused mainly on dance-pop at debut, lately they’ve been centered on R&B and hip-hop, leading to an increase in cool tracks.
As they’re under JYP Entertainment, their performance level is outstanding—be sure to check them out.
CupidFIFTY FIFTY
FIFTY FIFTY is a four-member female idol group.
They debuted in 2022 with THE FIFTY, and that same year appeared on music programs from Korea’s major TV networks—SBS, KBS, and MBC—quickly becoming popular stars.
Their greatest appeal lies in their sweet vocals and sophisticated sound, exemplified by songs like Lovin’ Me and Cupid.
They’re not just poppy and cute—the members’ singing and expressive performances also convey a refined, mature allure.
Be sure to keep an eye on their vocals and facial expressions!
Feel My RhythmRed Velvet
Red Velvet, affectionately known as “ReVel,” is a five-member group famed for their poppy charm and cuteness.
Even among the major Korean music company SM Entertainment’s artists, they stand out with exceptional popularity.
Showcased by their 2019 release “Psycho,” their powerful vocals and charisma are among their key attractions.
Their cool choreography captivates not only men but women as well—why not check out their performances on YouTube and other video platforms?
LIMBO!NATURE
NATURE is a nine-member girl group.
They have a multinational lineup consisting of seven members from Korea, one from China, and one from Japan.
They debuted in Korea in 2018 with the single album “기분 좋아 (Girls and Flowers),” and made their Japan debut in 2020 with the single “I’m So Pretty -Japanese ver.-.” Their charm lies in highly addictive tracks like their signature song “LIMBO!,” and combined with their sharp choreography, you’ll find yourself captivated after just one performance!
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a whole range of Korean girl groups. The popularity of K-pop girl groups in Japan is tremendous, so I’m sure many of the groups were familiar to you. If there were any groups you didn’t know in this article, please take this opportunity to enjoy their performances at your leisure!