LE SSERAFIM Drops a New Spin on a Japanese Classic
K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM is bringing a fresh twist to a Japanese favorite. On September 26 at 1 p.m. JST, the group will release a special track titled “the NOISE (Contains a Sample of 夜に駆ける)” in partnership with Japanese fashion e-commerce giant ZOZOTOWN, celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Sampling YOASOBI’s Viral Hit—with a Y2K Spin
The track samples YOASOBI’s mega-hit “Yoru ni Kakeru” (roughly “Racing into the Night”), which took Japan’s music scene by storm. But this isn’t a simple remix. Tokyo Coffee Break handled production, layering in fresh lyrics, dreamy synths, and an unapologetically retro Y2K city-pop vibe. Think glittery nostalgia meets LE SSERAFIM’s sharp vocals and cool charisma.
An accompanying music video is slated for mid-October, bound to deliver the group’s signature fashion-forward visuals and artsy twists.
All Eyes on ZOZOFES—and the Only K-pop Act Invited
LE SSERAFIM isn’t stopping with just the single. They’re also taking the stage at ZOZOFES, the official anniversary festival happening on October 13 at K-Arena Yokohama. This stylish fusion of fashion and music will feature some of Japan’s biggest names—but when it comes to K-pop, LE SSERAFIM is the only group invited. Mic drop.
LE SSERAFIM’s Rising Star in Japan
From album certifications to arena tours, LE SSERAFIM’s popularity in Japan isn’t just hype—it’s measurable. Their March release “EASY” earned a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ), making them the only 4th-gen girl group whose Korean albums consistently surpassed 100,000 shipments — four releases in a row.
Then came their latest Japanese EP, “CRAZY”, which hit another 100K milestone in just one week after its June drop. Add to that a Japan tour that attracted over 110,000 fans, and it’s no surprise they’re booked for an encore concert at Tokyo Dome this November—their first ever.
What’s Next?
Between cross-cultural collabs, stage takeovers, and global chart power, LE SSERAFIM is shaping up to be one of K-pop’s most versatile exports. One thing’s certain: their Japanese fans are loud, loyal, and growing stronger by the day.
Anyone else hearing “Yoru ni Kakeru” in their head already?
