The final busking journey of 'Change Street,' which opened a new chapter in Korea-Japan cultural exchange, unfolds.
On the 20th, ENA will broadcast episode 12 of the mega project marking the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan normalization of diplomatic relations, 'Change Street (Change Street, directed by Oh Jun-seong)'.
'Change Street' is a new-concept cultural exchange program in which artists representing Korea and Japan immerse themselves in each other's streets, language and sensibility and communicate through music. In the final episode, the moments of exchange accumulated so far bloom most passionately.
The stage is filled with golden songs that span generations in both countries. From nostalgic OSTs such as Taeyeon's 'A Poem Titled You' from the drama Hotel del Luna and T-MAX's 'Paradise' from the drama Boys Over Flowers to representative songs by Official HIGE DANDism and Seiko Matsuda, the lineup finely touches the audience's emotions.
On that day's broadcast, Korean team members KARA's Heo Yeong-ji, ASTRO's Yoon San-ha, PENTAGON's Hui, HYNN (Park Hye-won), and RIIZE Autograph Collection Hotel rooftop in Seoul's Hongdae—Japanese team members Miwa and Kanou Miu—will each continue busking from their respective spaces.
First, Heo Yeong-ji reinterprets Kim Jong Kook's 'Lovely,' which has also been a hot topic in Japan, in her own bright and upbeat style, showcasing her 'human vitamin' side. Seeing this, Kangnam joked, "I think Kim Jong Kook should yield this song to Heo Yeong-ji," and Shin Dong-yeob also praised it, saying, "A classic has no expiration date. I sense a reverse chart run."
In the studio, special guest Takahashi Ai and MC TVXQ!'s Yunho present a 'Lovely' challenge stage. The perfect synchronized choreography of the Korea-Japan legendary idols creates another memorable scene and adds more fun. In response to Yunho's question, "When does your wife look lovely?" Kangnam confessed, "I once found my wife, Lee Sang-hwa's back muscles lovely," which is expected to cheerfully color the scene.
Finally, Hui closes the show with T-MAX's 'Paradise.' The choral moment created as the entire Korean youth team sang together conveys the hot energy of youth and brings deep emotion.
The Japanese team responds with beloved J-pop classics that have been loved in Korea. Miwa refreshingly delivers Seiko Matsuda's 'Blue Coral Reef,' Kanou Miu adds a surprise dance to Miwa's song to complete an even more refreshing atmosphere, and Kanou Miu presents a romantic stage with Miki Matsubara's 'Stay With Me,' getting both the audience and the band session excited.
At the end of the broadcast, a concert featuring Korean and Japanese artists making a full appearance is announced. Shin Dong-yeob raised expectations, saying, "The performances to be held in both Korea and Japan will be a true cultural exchange."
Ahead of the final busking, 'Change Street' promises a moment when different languages and sensibilities become one through music, leaving a deep aftertaste of Korea-Japan cultural exchange.
Meanwhile, the soundtrack of 'Change Street,' the global music variety program jointly produced by Forest Media Co., Ltd., Hangangpore ENM Co., Ltd., and ENA, can be enjoyed on major music sites, and the full versions of the busking videos are available on the official Change Street YouTube channel.
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