WakeOne Entertainment Reports Record-breaking Sales for K-pop Act's First Release in Japanese Market

Courtesy of RBW Entertainment

▲ Courtesy of RBW Entertainment

According to WakeOne Entertainment, Zerobaseone's debut single in Japan, titled "Yurayura – Unmeinohana," secured the top spot on Oricon's daily single ranking, as indicated by the latest chart published on Wednesday. The single achieved remarkable sales of over 187,000 copies on its release day, setting a new record for debut albums by K-pop acts in Japan.

Comprising three tracks, the single includes the titular track, a spin-off of "In Bloom," and Japanese-language versions of "In Bloom" and "Crush," focusing on tracks from the band's previous albums. Both of Zerobaseone's first and second EPs, titled "Youth in the Shade" and "Melting Point," respectively, attained the second position on Oricon's weekly album ranking.

In anticipation of the single album's release, the rookie band is scheduled to hold its inaugural fan concert in Yokohama this weekend, marking their first live event in the country to commemorate the milestone achievement.

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