“THE Madan Festival” will be held on October 12th to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea! AK-69 and GADORO will also be appearing! Don’t miss the third part (starting at 5pm)!

October 12th: “THE Madan Festival,” an event celebrating the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea! AK-69 and GADORO will also be appearing! Don’t miss the third part (starting at 5 PM)!
​ Osaka Prefecture Headquarters of the Korean National Association in Japan Press release: October 12, 2025 October 12th: “THE Madan Festival,” an event celebrating the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea, will be held! AK-69 and GADORO will also be appearing! Don’t miss the third part (starting at 5 PM)! XII After Ours and ARTISTREET will also be performing! This year marks the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea. To commemorate this memorable year, we will be holding “THE Madan Festival,” a commemorative event for the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea, on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Yamato University in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture. “Madang” means “garden” or “square” in Korean, and this event will be themed around this word, providing a special day where you can enjoy cultural exchange between Japan and Korea through food, music, and fashion. This event will be divided into three parts. The third part in particular will feature a dream collaboration of some of Japan’s most prestigious artists, including AK-69, GADORO, n.SSign, XII After Ours, and ARTISTREET! We’re bringing you a powerful and captivating third stage performance! [Event Overview] Event name: Event commemorating the 60th anniversary of the normalization of Japan-Korea diplomatic relations “THE Madang Festival” Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 Time: Part 3 (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) ※Total festival hours: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM ※On the day of the festival, there will be a variety of booths set up in the “Forest and Lawn Square” that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. We hope you’ll come! Venue: Yamato University (Yamato Arena) 2-5-1
Katayama-cho, Suita-shi, Osaka 564-0082 Host: THE Madang Festival Executive Committee Main Administration: Osaka Prefecture Headquarters of the Korean People’s Association in Japan Support: Republic of Korea Overseas Korean Affairs Agency, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Suita City, Yamato University Supported by KIS (Korea International School), music information program Baki Baki Beat! II Produced by Creative Farm Inc. Operated by Realm Inc. Admission Fee: Paid [Where to buy tickets] Part 3:THE Madang Music Festival (Performers) Japanese Artists 1. AK-69 (AK Sixty Nine)
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AK-69 (AK Sixty-Nine) [Genre] Hip-hop artist (dual-wielding rapper and singer) [Composition] Solo artist (from Komaki City, Aichi Prefecture) [Characteristics] ・Began activities as a pioneer of the one and only “dual wield of rap and singing” – During their time in Nagoya, despite being an indie band, they performed 180 shows a year at clubs across the country. – Thanks to the support of their fans at their live shows, they won two gold discs and reached number one on the Oricon DVD chart. Awarded – After moving to the United States, he became the first Japanese person to be interviewed on America’s No. 1 hip-hop radio station, “HOT97,” hosted by the station. Also appeared at events. – Signed with the legendary label Def Jam Recordings. – Numerous collaborations with international artists (DJ Khaled, Fabolous, Fat Joe) and top Japanese artists (UVERworld, Koda Kumi, Kiyokiba Shunsuke, ToshI, Shimizu Shota, Tosaka Hiroomi, AI, KAT-TUN and more) – Total YouTube views: Over 350 million views 【Special Video Message】 AK-69 (AK Sixty Nine)Dear 2.GADORO
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170584/15/170584-15-fd6bf8ef5464e33ccb2dd64715c43076-1200×1800.jpg GADORO [Genre] Hip-hop artist (rap, MC battle) [Composition] Solo artist (from Takanabe Town, Koyu District, Miyazaki Prefecture) [Features] – He distinguished himself in the MC battle scene and achieved success in numerous tournaments. – He is known as the “King of the Battle Scene” for his overwhelming improvisational skills and competitive spirit. Special Video Message GADORO 3.XII After Ours
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170584/15/170584-15-1f52678eb4694c2cfc2793929117a3e9-1200×800.jpg XII After Ours [Genre] Breaking (Breakdance) Team [Composition] Formed in 2024, led by world-renowned dancer Shigekix An elite team of Japan’s top athletes [Features] – High level of skill and
expressiveness that can compete at world competitions – Top dancers with solo achievements – The team’s unity and powerful performances are appealing (Performer) Korean artist 1.n.SSign
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170584/15/170584-15-037d3cc21ceb00dbe9fb2cd925a4c675-1200×799.jpg n.SSign [Genre] K-POP artist [Composition] 7-member Korean boy group [Members] KAZUTA, DOHA, SUNGYUN, HANJUN HUIWON, ROBIN, LAURENCE Special Video Message n.SSign (Ensign) 2.ARTISTREET
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/170584/15/170584-15-23007840c6a4a315e101562a709b4d4a-1200×814.jpg ARTISTREET [Genre] K-POP Artist [Features] ・A performance group based in Korea ・Performs a variety of performances, including dance, vocals, and rap – Popular primarily among young people, active both
domestically and internationally