BTS’s V Dominates Japan’s Pop Culture Rankings

V’s Unprecedented Popularity

Since May 2025, BTS’s V has been unchallenged in Japanese popularity polls, gathering recognition from fans worldwide.

Record-Breaking Achievements

– NEHAN Idol Rankings: V has held the top spot for 217 consecutive weeks.

– BIHAN Actor Rankings: V tops the charts for 213 weeks in the `20s Korean actor category`.

– K-Board and KPOP JUICE: V’s popularity remains unrivaled in K-pop and drama rankings.

Celebrity Admiration

Not only fans but celebrities from various sectors like politics, economy, and sports express admiration for V.

– Yusaku Maezawa: The billionaire entrepreneur avidly supports V, exhibiting BTS memorabilia.

– Famous Figures: This includes Sakura Koiwai, Rino Matsuike, Kyoko Koizumi, Ryoma Takeuchi, mentioning V as their favorite.

V’s Cultural Impact

Japanese calligrapher, Aoki Yoshimi, continues to showcase art featuring V, even at international venues like the Salon Art Shopping Paris.

V’s influence extends beyond music, deeply embedding in various facets of popular culture, proving his impact is both vast and enduring.