BTS’s V Dominates Japanese Popularity Rankings Across Multiple Categories
V, the multifaceted star from global K-pop sensation BTS (Bulletproof Boy Scouts), has once again proven his unrivaled popularity across Japan’s top idol and actor ranking platforms. From May 5 to 11, 2025, V maintained his #1 position for the 215th consecutive week on NEHAN, Japan’s leading idol ranking site.
Simultaneously, on BIHAN—an idol chart that reflects public popularity in the acting sphere—V remained the top Korean actor in his 20s for an astounding 211 consecutive weeks. These back-to-back victories highlight both his vocal and acting prowess.
V also continues to dominate K-board, Japan’s go-to source for Korean entertainment, placing first in the “K-Pop Idol Popularity Rankings” for 171 consecutive weeks. Additionally, he ranked first continuously in all periods for “Most Handsome K-Drama Actors” and “Korean Male Drama Election.”
On K-pop Juice, another K-culture information site tailored for Japanese fans, V has also consistently topped all ranking periods, further proving his deep-rooted influence in Japan’s popular culture scene.
Remarkably, V once reached the highest position in Japan’s “Most Famous Personality” ranking on X (formerly Twitter), even surpassing local Japanese celebrities as an individual—unmatched even among fellow Korean artists, aside from his BTS groupmates.
Ever since BTS debuted in June 2013, V has been among the most searched K-pop artists on Google Trends Japan, maintaining the highest visibility over the years based on objective search metrics.
V’s unparalleled charm as a singer, actor, and entertainer resonates beyond K-pop fandoms, tapping into the hearts of the Japanese general public. His birthday regularly garners coverage by Japan’s major national broadcaster NHK, with commemorative videos and feature segments highlighting his impact.
Recently, a top headline on LINE News, Japan’s most-used news service with over 77 million users, described V as “the most influential influencer in the world,” applauding his global relevance even during his mandatory military service. His exposure on LINE surpasses platforms like Yahoo! Japan, consolidating his status as a household name across demographics.
