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👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ① 💫 “I’m home” — a promise fulfilled after ten years The fan meeting opened with a letter written by T.O.P himself in Japanese. Looking back on the years he had spent away from the stage, he spoke honestly about the loneliness he had carried and the promise that had kept him moving forward. Even during the long period when he could not stand before his fans, he never stopped making music. He continued working quietly, holding on to the belief that one day, he would return and say: “I’m home.” Standing before his Japanese fans again after ten years, T.O.P finally fulfilled that promise. However, he said that he did not want to describe this moment simply as a “reunion.” Because for him, the connection between himself and his fans had never truly disappeared. It was not the beginning of something that had once ended. It was the continuation of a bond that had remained alive throughout all those years. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #REUNION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ② 💫 Why he invited every fan for free One of the biggest surprises of RE:UNION was that every seat was offered free of charge. T.O.P explained that this was his way of expressing gratitude to the fans who had continued to believe in him throughout the years. Rather than asking fans to support him once again, he wanted to be the one giving back first. To him, this fan meeting was never about profit. It was about creating a moment where he and his fans could smile together again after such a long time apart. He said he wanted everyone to come without worrying about the cost, simply enjoy the day, and leave with happy memories. For T.O.P, RE:UNION was not just an event. It was his heartfelt “thank you” to the people who never stopped waiting for him. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #REUNION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ③ 💫 Ten years apart, yet never forgotten Reflecting on the past decade, T.O.P shared that Japan had always remained a special place in his heart. Even while he was away from the spotlight, he often thought about the fans who had continued to wait for him. He admitted there were times when he questioned whether he would ever be able to stand on stage again. But the unwavering support from his fans gave him the strength to keep moving forward. Returning to Japan after ten years was more than simply coming back to perform. For T.O.P, it felt like returning to a place that had always welcomed him with warmth. Looking out at the audience once again, he smiled and said that seeing everyone together made him truly happy. It was a moment that reminded both T.O.P and his fans that some bonds never fade, no matter how much time passes. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #REUNION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ④ 💫 A reunion with MC Furuya Masayuki after ten years Joining T.O.P on stage was MC Furuya Masayuki, who has hosted many BIGBANG events in Japan over the years. The two greeted each other warmly, as if no time had passed. Their familiar chemistry quickly put both T.O.P and the audience at ease, filling the venue with laughter. Throughout the talk session, Furuya skillfully drew out stories that only someone who had known T.O.P for many years could ask. T.O.P responded with honesty, sharing memories from the past as well as his thoughts on the present and the future. Their conversation felt less like a formal interview and more like two old friends catching up after a long time apart. It became one of the most heartwarming moments of RE:UNION. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #REUNION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑤ 💫 Why he chose to join Squid Game T.O.P revealed that accepting the role in Squid Game was one of the most difficult decisions he had ever made. At first, he turned down the offer. He questioned whether he was truly ready to return to the public eye. After spending years away from the spotlight, he struggled with fear, doubt, and the weight of his past. However, after many conversations with the production team, he decided to challenge himself once again. Rather than seeing it as simply another acting role, he viewed it as an opportunity to take the first step toward a new chapter in his life. Looking back, T.O.P said he was grateful that he found the courage to accept the role. It became the beginning of his journey back to the people who had continued to believe in him. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 🎥 cr. 186814676 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #SquidGame #REUNION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑥ 💫 His first solo album, TOP SPOT – ANOTHER DIMENSION During the talk, T.O.P shared new details about his first solo album, TOP SPOT – ANOTHER DIMENSION. He explained that the album reflects the journey he has taken over the past ten years. Rather than looking back, it represents moving forward into a new chapter. The title, ANOTHER DIMENSION, symbolizes stepping beyond familiar boundaries and exploring a completely new creative world. He described the project as deeply personal, saying it contains his thoughts, emotions, and experiences that have accumulated over the years. More than just a comeback album, he hopes listeners will experience it as the beginning of a new era for T.O.P as an artist. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSPOT #ANOTHERDIMENSION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan “RE:UNION” Report ⑦ 💫 Facing the Past and Overcoming It Through Music — The Resolve Behind “TOP SPOT” “TOP SPOT - ANOTHER DIMENSION” features powerful expressions and direct, unfiltered words. Explaining why, T.O.P said: “I created it with a new determination to expose my shame and overcome it.” Rather than hiding his past, he chooses to accept everything and express it through music. Behind it lies a strong resolve: “I will not go back to who I was in the past.” He also shared: “If you listen to tracks 1 through 11 in order, I think you’ll be able to understand the process of how I reorganized my identity.” Throughout the album, a story unfolds of a man confronting himself, coming to terms with who he is, and taking a new step forward. At the venue that day, behind-the-scenes footage from the “DESPERADO” and “Studio54” music videos was also revealed for the first time, making it a special moment that allowed fans to feel the thoughts and emotions behind the work even more deeply. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSPOT #ANOTHERDIMENSION #TOPSXJAPAN

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑧ 💫 Music comes first. Everything else comes after. T.O.P shared that, after returning, his greatest wish is for people to focus on his work rather than his personal life. He hopes listeners will experience his music without prejudice and judge him solely through what he creates. For him, music has always been the most honest way to express himself. He also revealed that he has spent years quietly writing and producing, pouring everything he has experienced into his songs. Instead of explaining himself with words, he wants his music to tell his story. More than anything, he hopes people will remember him not for the past, but for the artist he continues to become. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSPOT #ANOTHERDIMENSION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑨ 💫 “My second and third albums are already finished.” One of the biggest surprises of the talk came when T.O.P revealed that not only his first solo album, but also his second and third albums are already complete. He shared that the upcoming projects will each have their own distinct identity. One will explore social themes through his own perspective. Another will lean more heavily into hip-hop and performance. Rather than repeating the same style, he wants every album to represent a different side of who he is as an artist. For T.O.P, this is not simply a comeback. It is the beginning of a long-term artistic journey he has been quietly preparing for over the past ten years. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSPOT #ANOTHERDIMENSION

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑩ 💫 A more natural side of T.O.P — and a new YouTube challenge T.O.P shared that he wants fans to see more of his everyday self, not just the artist on stage. He talked about launching his own YouTube channel, where he hopes to show a more relaxed and genuine side of himself. Laughing, he even joked about wanting to earn the Silver Play Button. He also mentioned filming content at his own creative space, PRE-STUDIO, and said he would love to try fun ideas, including a mukbang with MC Furuya Masayuki. Rather than keeping a distance, T.O.P hopes to connect with fans in a more casual and personal way through new content. It is another step toward opening a new chapter together with the people who have continued to support him. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #YouTube #PRESTUDIO

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑪ 💫 Building a warm community together with TOPSX JAPAN One of the most memorable moments came when T.O.P spoke about the future of TOPSX JAPAN. Looking at the audience dressed in red—the color of the official logo—he smiled and said, “You all look so beautiful.” He explained that he doesn’t want TOPSX JAPAN to be just another fan club. Instead, he hopes it will become a warm community where he and his fans inspire one another and create something meaningful together—almost like making a work of art. T.O.P also shared an update on his wine brand, T’SPOT. He revealed that preparations are underway to launch it in Japan, with the goal of making it as affordable as possible for TOPSX JAPAN members. Special packaging is also being planned. More than music alone, he hopes to continue creating new memories and experiences together with his fans. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #TSPOT

👻🇯🇵 ELLE Japan’s ‘RE:UNION’ Report ⑫ 💫 A promise to meet again. As the fan meeting drew to a close, a surprise video prepared by the fans was shown on the big screen. Moments later, the entire audience raised their slogan banners together. Deeply moved, T.O.P looked around the venue and said, “I never imagined this. I’m truly touched. I promise.” He then invited selected fans onto the stage, sharing selfies, hugs, dancing together, and even handing out roses. The venue was filled with smiles from beginning to end. For the finale, T.O.P stepped off the stage and walked through the audience, performing a special mash-up of “Studio54” and “Another Dimension Holy Dude !!!!!!!! (ADHD)” just steps away from his fans. Before saying goodbye, he left everyone with one final promise. “I’ll definitely see you again in November.” And with a warm smile, he added, “I love TOPSX JAPAN.” After ten long years, RE:UNION was more than a reunion. It marked the beginning of a brand-new chapter. 📍Pia Arena MM 📅 09.07.2026 📰 ELLE Japan｜16.07.2026 🎥 cr. 3864121763 #TOP #탑 #최승현 #TOPSXJAPAN #REUNION

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👻 × Yusaku Maezawa 🐶 前澤友作さんの愛犬・利休🐶ig up🐾 T.O.Pさんが遊びに来たことや、約10年ぶりの日本での再会を喜ぶ様子が投稿されています🤍 Rikyu is the beloved dog of Japanese entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa. The post shares that T.O.P came to visit and how happy they were to reunite with him during his first visit to Japan in about 10 years. 🐾🤍 🗓12.07.2026 🧵Eng･IG #CHOISEUNGHYUN #TTTOP #タプ