Stray Kids keep proving they’re a global force! The K-pop group just earned a major honor in Japan, and their massive world tour is making waves. Here’s everything you need to know about their latest achievements.
A Big Win in Japan
The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) handed out a shiny Platinum certification to Stray Kids on April 10, 2025. Their second Japanese single, Scars/Thunderous – Japanese ver., released back in October 2021, crossed the 250,000 units shipped mark.
This single was a hit from the start. It swept the top four spots on Tower Records’ daily sales chart in Japan when it dropped. The main track, Scars, also soared to number one on iTunes charts in 32 countries. It even claimed the top spot on the iTunes USA K-pop chart and Line Music Japan’s Weekly Top 100.
RIAJ certification details:
Gold: 100,000 units shipped
Platinum: 250,000 units shipped
Double Platinum: 500,000 units shipped
This isn’t their first Japanese success. Their second full Japanese album, GIANT, released in November 2024, already snagged a Double Platinum certification for over 500,000 units shipped. That’s a huge deal!
Felix Shines with a Global Collab
Felix from Stray Kids is making his own mark. He teamed up with Japanese singer LiSA for her track ReawakeR (feat. Felix of Stray Kids), released in March 2025. The song has been unstoppable.
It’s been number one on Billboard Japan’s Global Japan Songs Excluding Japan chart for six weeks straight. It also hit number one in seven countries, including Germany, UK, and Malaysia. In Germany, it held the top spot for nine weeks in a row.
On March 8, 2025, it reached number one on Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart in the U.S. Fans everywhere are loving this powerful collab.
Fan reaction on X:
“Felix and LiSA together? This is EVERYTHING! #ReawakeR is on repeat!”
“So proud of Felix topping charts worldwide! Stray Kids never stop winning.”
Dominating the World Tour Stage
Stray Kids are taking their dominATE world tour to new heights. They just wrapped up two electrifying shows in Mexico City on April 12 and 13, 2025. Next up, they’re heading to Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa in Japan for four solo concerts on May 10–11 and 17–18.
Last year, they drew 315,000 fans to their dome concerts in Tokyo and Osaka. This year, their tour is even bigger. It spans 55 shows across 34 cities, aiming to pull in 2.2 million fans.
If they hit that number, it could be the largest audience for a K-pop tour ever. The group’s energy and connection with fans, called STAYs, keep these shows unforgettable.
Tour highlights:
55 shows in 34 cities
Expected to draw 2.2 million fans
Includes stadium venues in Japan, North America, and Europe
Why This Matters for Stray Kids
This Platinum certification is more than a trophy. It shows Stray Kids’ staying power in Japan, one of the world’s biggest music markets. Their ability to blend hard-hitting tracks like Thunderous with emotional ones like Scars keeps fans hooked.
Felix’s global collab with LiSA proves the group’s reach goes beyond K-pop. They’re building bridges with artists worldwide. Plus, their record-breaking tour plans show they’re not slowing down.
Fans on X are buzzing with excitement:
“Platinum for Scars/Thunderous?! Stray Kids are unstoppable! #STAYProud”
“2.2 million fans on tour? That’s history in the making!”
