Hearts2Hearts Releases 'ICONIC HEART' Digitally Ahead of Japan Debut

Hearts2Hearts has released the digital version of their first Japanese single, 'ICONIC HEART,' ahead of their official debut in Japan. All three tracks from the single became available on global streaming platforms at midnight on August 10. The physical single is scheduled for release in Japan on August 12, marking Hearts2Hearts’ official entry into the Japanese music market. The release features the title track 'ICONIC HEART' alongside Japanese versions of 'Lemon Tang' and 'RUDE!' The title track expresses the excitement of moving toward a wider world together, combining Hearts2Hearts’ bright energy with a lively and confident sound. The Japanese versions of 'Lemon Tang' and 'RUDE!' present two of the group’s previously released songs with newly adapted Japanese lyrics. The three-track single is designed to introduce both Hearts2Hearts’ current musical identity and familiar material to listeners in Japan. One day before the digital release, Hearts2Hearts attended the '2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer' at KINTEX in Goyang on August 9. The group performed during the event, while member Ian served as one of the three hosts alongside RIIZE’s Sungchan and NCT WISH’s Sion. Ian and Stella also participated in the special collaboration unit SUMMER ANJELS. The unit brought together Ian and Stella of Hearts2Hearts, Anna and Ella of MEOVV, and Bang Jeemin of izna for a special summer performance. With their SBS festival appearance completed and 'ICONIC HEART' now available digitally, Hearts2Hearts is beginning an important new stage of their international activities. The physical release on August 12 will formally launch the group’s Japanese debut while they continue their activities in Korea.