Stray Kids and Other K-pop Artists Recognized at Japan Gold Disc Awards 2026

At the 40th Japan Gold Disc Awards 2026, Stray Kids emerged as prominent winners, securing titles such as Best Asian Artist and Album of the Year for their Japanese mini-album "Hollow." Other K-pop acts like BLACKPINK's Jennie, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, SEVENTEEN, TWS, ILLIT, and PLAVE also received awards. The event, organized by the Recording Industry Association of Japan, honors artists based on album sales and includes both Japanese and Western performers.