Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT is bringing their rising global presence and electrifying energy to Manila for a special showcase across Asia.
Following the success of their first-ever ONE OR EIGHT 1st LIVE TOUR -GATHER- across North and South America, Japanese act ONE OR EIGHT is ready to embark on its next chapter. The eight-member group is coming to Manila this October 23 at Samsung Hall in SM Aura Premier through their Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8-, meeting Filipino 1DERZ for the first time.
ONE OR EIGHT is a Japanese boy group driven by ambition, individuality and courage to take risks, composed of eight members—MIZUKI, NEO, REIYA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA. The group’s name draws inspiration from the Japanese idiom “ichi ka bachi ka,” which represents an all-or-nothing gamble. Staying true to its tagline, “BET ON YOURSELF,” the group embodies the determination to pursue dreams fearlessly and take on the world together.
Their Global Journey
ONE OR EIGHT debuted in August 2024 and has made notable strides in the international music scene. Their track “TOKYO DRIFT”, which they sampled from one of the main soundtrack of the 2006 action film The Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift entitled “Tokyo Drift” by Japanese hip hop group Teriyaki Boyz, has took off across social media, reaching more than 300 million views and generating over 200,000 user-generated content on TikTok. The song also entered the Mediabase Top 40, further strengthening the group’s presence in the U.S. market.
Their growing impact has earned them several recognitions by winning the Upcoming Dance & Vocal Group award at the MTV VMAJ 2025 and the New Artist of the Year title at the 2025 Music Awards organized by China’s NetEase They also extending their presence by collaborating with fellow global sensations like FELIP of P-pop group SB19, Vietnamese-American R&B artist thủy, pH-1, and Big Sean with different versions of their song “KAWASAKI.”
Beyond their releases, the eight-member group has also worked with acclaimed creators such as Ryan Tedder and David Stewart, further demonstrating its drive to explore new creative possibilities. With their current global success and rapid expand of international following, ONE OR EIGHT continues to establish itself as a Japanese act to watch on the global stage.
Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8- in Manila
ONE OR EIGHT’s Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8- is set to take place on October 23, 2026, at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 8:00 PM.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster Philippines, priced at ₱4,500 for VVIP Standing, ₱3,500 for VIP Standing, and ₱2,500 for General Admission Standing, excluding booking fees.
As ONE OR EIGHT continues to bring its music beyond Japan, the Manila stop marks another opportunity for the group to connect with fans across Asia. Filipino fans can look forward to experiencing the group’s performances live as the showcase makes its way to the Philippines.
Source: SOZO LIVE, ONE OR EIGHT Official X,
