NiziU to release second Japanese EP Too Bad on April 1; arena tour to kick off full-scale activity in 2026

NiziU has officially announced that their second Japanese EP Too Bad will be released on April 1. The title track is said to depict the group proactively carving out their own future, while the release will include three tracks in total: a member-written song Light it Up that marks the group’s five-year debut in Japan and expresses love for WithU, the fans, and a cover song. JYP Entertainment announced the news on the morning of the 2nd via its official website and SNS channels, along with a group image for the second EP. Fans can first sense the mood of Too Bad and look forward to a new release showcasing the members’ diverse colors. Before the release, NiziU will embark on a five-city arena tour in Japan. The 12-show tour, NiziU Live with U 2026 NEW EvoNUtion, will start in Aichi on February 14–15, then visit Hokkaido on February 27–28, Osaka on March 7–8, Tokyo on March 18–19 and 21–22, and Fukuoka on March 28–29. The tour is expected to heighten local fans’ anticipation ahead of the new release and serve as a warm-up for performances that match the album’s mood. This EP carries special meaning as well. To mark the five-year anniversary of their local debut, Light it Up, a track known for expressing affection for WithU, will be included, with a member contributing to the lyrics. It is one of the three tracks. Through the new album, NiziU shows musical maturity and a deeper connection with fans. Additionally, one cover song will be included, signaling the group’s ability to adopt diverse flavors of the local music scene. A representative said the title track Too Bad will demonstrate how NiziU proactively carves out their own future, and fans, in step with the fifth-anniversary season, are eagerly awaiting the release. The arena tour kicking off in April will be another chance to feel the album’s mood live. From early 2026 onward, these activities are expected to confirm NiziU’s Nizi Power to fans around the world.