Japan and South Korea Leaders Conclude Summit with K-Pop Drum Session

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung concluded their summit in Nara with a surprise drum session playing K-pop hits like BTS's "Dynamite" and "Golden" from K-pop Demon Hunters. The event, planned by Takaichi after Lee expressed his dream of drumming, symbolized their intent to deepen bilateral cooperation amid regional tensions. Both leaders highlighted the moment's personal and diplomatic significance, emphasizing efforts to build a forward-looking relationship through cultural exchange and continued dialogue.