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<Added on Wednesday, August 13th> A lottery will be held exclusively at the venue of the "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I"" for those who pre-order or purchase the new CD!
2025.08.13
NEWS
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[Important] System maintenance notice
2025.08.13
NEWS
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ME:I will be appearing at "Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER"!
2025.08.05
NEWS
IS:SUE
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[Important] System maintenance notice
2025.08.13
NEWS
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IS:SUE "Koe (☆Taku Takahashi Remix)" will be available for streaming starting Friday, August 8th!
2025.08.07
NEWS
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Advance ticket sales for "2025 IS:SUE 1ST TOUR" have been announced on ticket board!
2025.08.05
NEWS
<Added on Wednesday, August 13th> A lottery will be held exclusively at the venue of the "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I"" for those who pre-order or purchase the new CD!
2025.08.13
A lottery for those who preorder or purchase the new CD will be held at each venue of the "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I"" which will be held from Saturday, July 26, 2025. Please be sure to check the details below before participating.
[New CD purchase lottery]
If you reserve (purchase) one of the designated new CDs at any of the venues of the "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME: ME:I"," you will receive a "scratch lottery ticket" that will give you a chance to win luxurious prizes, as well as one "venue-limited trading card (one of nine types with solo illustrations of each member, chosen at random)" as a participation prize!
* Tickets for each performance are not required. Those who do not have tickets for the performance can also participate.
*The maximum number of tickets that can be purchased per transaction is 30.
[Lottery items]
Release date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
ME:I 1st Album "WHO I AM"
<First Limited Edition A>【CD+DVD】¥4,400 (tax included)
<First Limited Edition B>【CD+DVD】¥3,850 (tax included)
<Normal Edition>【CD ONLY】 ¥3,300 (tax included)
*Please note that the <FC Limited Edition> is not included.
*Each edition includes limited bonus items exclusive to the first press.
<First Limited Edition A>①Raffle ticket (serial number)/②Trading card/③Polaroid-style trading card/④Bookmark
<First Limited Edition B>①Raffle ticket (serial number)/②Trading card/③Unit cel trading card/④Postcard
<Standard Edition>① Application lottery ticket (serial number)/② Trading card/③ Die-cut sticker set (set of 3)
*Please note that no other benefits, such as first-come, first-served specials for purchasers from each chain, will be included.
[Raffle Prizes]
<Prize A> Invitation to "farewell party" by ME:I members / 50 people each day
<B Prize>ME:I member's "solo autographed polaroid" / 1 of each member's design per performance, total of 8 winners *Member can be selected
<Participation prize> A venue-exclusive trading card (one of nine solo designs of each member, chosen at random)
COCORO, RAN and TSUZUMI are not scheduled to participate in <Prize A> and <Prize B>.
*The venue-exclusive trading cards (<Participation Prize>) do not include COCORO or TSUZUMI.
※<Prize B> You can choose the design of the “solo autographed Polaroid” of ME:I member, but it will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
* The <Participation Prize> will be given to you by the staff when you reserve (purchase) the product. Please note that you cannot choose the member design.
*<Participation Prize> The venue-exclusive trading cards will have different designs for the first half of the tour (Nagano, Hokkaido, Aichi) and the second half (Kanagawa, Hyogo, Hiroshima).
■ Overview of the “farewell party” by ME:I members ■
Farewell from all ME:I members: held after each show of "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I""
*This event does not include any opportunities to meet ME:I members, have autographs, or take commemorative photos. Please note that you will also not be able to receive gifts.
*Details about the event, such as meeting time and location, will be provided separately to successful applicants only.
*This event will be held after each performance of the 2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I".
* ME:I members will see off the winners. Please note that the time to communicate with ME:I members will be shorter than the "Meet & Greet" in the first online shop reservation campaign for the 1st album "WHO I AM".
*Those who have been selected to be invited to the "farewell party" by ME:I members will participate at the same time as the winners of the "Meet & Greet" event in the first online shop reservation campaign for the 1st album "WHO I AM". Please note in advance.
*If you have already won the "Meet & Greet" event in the first online shop reservation campaign for the 1st album "WHO I AM" and you also win the raffle invitation to the "farewell party" hosted by ME:I members on the same day, you can participate in both events.
*Participation in the "Send-off Party" on each date is limited to one per person. Please note that even if you win the A Prize multiple times, you can only participate once.
[About the lottery]
If you reserve (purchase) one copy of the 1st album "WHO I AM" at each tour venue, you will receive a "scratch lottery ticket" where you can win luxurious prizes, as well as one "venue-limited trading card (one of nine types with solo illustrations of each member, chosen at random)" as a participation prize!
Please scratch off your scratch card on the spot, and if you win <A Prize> or <B Prize>, please come immediately to the exchange window at the CD sales booth.
・If you win the <A Prize>, a staff member will put a wristband on your arm as a participation ticket on the spot. The wristband will be attached to you as proof that you are the winner.
If you win <Prize B>, you will receive a "signed autographed solo photo" by a member of ME:I on the spot. You can choose any member. Please note that the autographs may have small scratches or creases due to the process of making the photo, but they cannot be returned or exchanged.
Even if you do not win any of the prizes, you will still receive a venue-exclusive trading card (one of nine random designs featuring each member's solo illustrations) as a participation prize.
*If you win the scratch lottery, please exchange it for a bonus at the CD sales booth immediately. Please note that if you leave the sales booth even once, you will not be able to exchange the bonus. Even if you bring a scratch lottery ticket from another performance, it will be invalid.
*Even if you win <Prize A> or <Prize B>, if you cannot see the prize or the date on the scratch card, your prize will be invalid.
Scratch raffle tickets for <Prize A> and <Prize B> will be collected after the redemption.
*Scratch tickets cannot be reissued if lost.
*The number of "scratch lottery tickets" and "special offers" is limited. Applications will close once the planned number has been reached.
*If <A prize ><B prize >all come out, only the participation prize will be given. Please note that if the participation prize runs out, the acceptance will be terminated.
*It is strictly prohibited to sell or transfer your winning rights to a third party, including family members or friends. If such a practice is discovered, your winning rights will be invalidated. In addition, winnings made by proxy will not be accepted.
Please be sure to read the important information regarding the raffle and the "farewell party" by ME:I members at the back of the page.
[About CD reservations and purchases]
You can reserve and purchase CDs with cash or credit cards (VISA, JCB, Master card, Diners Club, DISCOVER, American Express).
The name of the store where you receive the item may differ, so please check the details at the venue on the day. Point cards and discount coupons cannot be used.
*If you choose delivery, an additional shipping fee of ¥900 (tax included) will be charged. If you make an additional reservation, an additional shipping fee of ¥900 (tax included) will be charged.
*Pre-ordered items can be picked up at Tower Records stores from the evening of the day before the release date.
*If you choose delivery, your order will be delivered sequentially from Friday, September 5th onwards.
*Reservations and purchases made at the venue are not eligible for other external benefits.
[Lottery and CD sales booth location and sales date and time]
●Nagano Performance | Nagano Big Hat CD sales special area
Scheduled for Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 12:00 to 17:30
Scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 10:00 to 15:30
● Hokkaido Performance | Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena CD sales special area
Scheduled for Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 12:00 to 17:30
Scheduled for Sunday, August 3, 2025 from 10:00 to 14:30
●Aichi Performance | Port Messe Nagoya 1st Exhibition Hall CD Sales Special Area
Scheduled for Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 10:00 to 15:30
Monday, August 11, 2025 (National Holiday) 10:00-15:30 (scheduled)
●Kanagawa Performance | K Arena Yokohama CD sales special area
Scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12:00 to 17:30
Scheduled for Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10:00 to 15:30
●Hyogo Performance | GLION ARENA KOBE CD sales special area
Scheduled for Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 12:00 to 18:00
Scheduled for Friday, August 22, 2025 from 12:00 to 18:00
Scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10:00 to 15:30
●Hiroshima Performance | Hiroshima Green Arena CD sales special area
Scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 12:00 to 17:30
Scheduled for Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 10:30 to 14:30
*Please note that sales times may vary depending on the situation on the day.
*There will be no raffle or CD sales after the show.
【Notes】
*Please refrain from lining up early in the morning as it will cause inconvenience to the surrounding area. Please follow the instructions of staff to line up. Other actions such as staying up all night around the facility from the day before, sitting in the area from early in the morning, blocking passageways, or waiting for visitors to enter or leave the facility are also strictly prohibited.
*Please refrain from cutting in line or running when lining up or sales begin, as this is extremely dangerous. We are not responsible for any troubles between customers.
*Any queues that are formed before the start of lining up will be invalid. Staff will guide queues.
*Sales times and entrance lines/waiting locations may change depending on the weather and other conditions on the day. In addition, depending on the operational situation, the entrance method may change or sales may end without notice. We ask for your understanding in advance. In that case, please follow the instructions of the on-site staff.
*The following actions are prohibited as they cause inconvenience to other customers.
* Product trading activities at the booth venue or in the vicinity of the facility
* Sit-ins around the facility
* Occupying benches etc. for long periods of time
If any of these actions are observed, staff will contact you.
*Please be sure to follow the instructions of the staff both inside and outside the venue. If you do not follow the instructions, not only will you not be able to participate in the event, but the event itself may be canceled. In that case, the organizers, venue, and performers will not be held responsible in any way.
*Due to unavoidable circumstances such as weather or operational reasons on the day, sales may end without notice or sales times may change. Please note that the contents may also be changed or sales may be canceled.
*CDs will only be sold to those who come to the booth. Advance reservations, phone reservations, and reservations over the internet will not be accepted.
*The number of "venue-exclusive trading cards," "scratch tickets," and "raffle prizes" is limited. Applications will close once the planned number has been reached.
*The products on sale will not come with any external bonuses other than the "scratch lottery" and "venue-exclusive trading cards." Please note that there are no other bonuses.
*Please note that we will not refund any purchased products. Defective products will be exchanged for good products.
*Please note that purchase restrictions may change depending on the sales situation on the day.
*Please refrain from any behavior that may cause inconvenience to other customers.
*You will be responsible for all expenses, including transportation costs to the venue and accommodation costs. This also applies if the event is canceled.
*The organizers, venue, and performers will not be held responsible for any accidents or thefts that occur inside or outside the venue.
*We will not accept any inquiries regarding the venue facility.
*If the organizers determine that an event participant is involved in any way with anti-social forces (gangsters, gang members, right-wing groups, anti-social forces, or similar entities; the same applies below) or is cooperating or involved in the maintenance, operation or management of anti-social forces through funding or other means, the organizers reserve the right to refuse that person's participation in the event or their purchase of any products.
*The temperature is expected to be high on the day of the event, so please be mindful of heatstroke prevention measures. Please take care of your health by drinking plenty of fluids (sports drinks, etc.) and replenishing your salt intake, taking regular breaks, etc. If you begin to feel unwell on the day of the event, please do not push yourself and speak to a nearby member of staff.
To prevent heatstroke, please pay attention to the following:
1. Drink plenty of fluids
Please take care of your health by making sure to drink water or sports drinks regularly before you get thirsty.
2. Dress appropriately
Please wear cool, breathable clothing and clothes that can withstand changing weather conditions. Also, be sure to use a hat or parasol to avoid direct sunlight.
3. If you feel unwell
If you feel unwell or experience any abnormalities in your physical condition, please do not push yourself and speak to a member of staff nearby.
We prioritize your safety and health, and ask for your cooperation so that you can enjoy a fun concert. On the day of each performance, please follow the announcements made in the venue.
<Notes regarding the lottery>
*The number of "scratch lottery tickets" and "special offers" is limited. Applications will close once the planned number has been reached.
*Please scratch the scratch card immediately after receiving it, and if you win, please exchange it for the bonus at the CD sales booth right away. Please note that you will not be able to exchange the bonus if you leave the sales booth even once.
*Unfortunately, even if you have any remaining winning tickets, they will not be carried over to the next performance. Please only participate if you understand this.
*We cannot answer inquiries regarding the lottery method.
*For customers who have pre-ordered products at each venue, please note that depending on the date of your reservation, you may not be able to make it in time for the application period for the enclosed lottery campaign.
*It is strictly prohibited to sell or transfer the winning rights of any prize to a third party, including family members or friends. If such a thing is discovered, the winning rights will be invalidated. In addition, winning by proxy will not be allowed.
<Notes regarding the "farewell party" by ME:I members>
*Details about the event, such as meeting time and location, will be provided separately to successful applicants only.
*This event will be held after each performance of the "2025 ME:I 1ST ARENA LIVE TOUR "THIS IS ME:I". If your child is a minor, please participate with the consent of their guardian in accordance with local regulations.
*Please check the time of the "farewell party" before participating in the lottery.
*The location of the event will vary depending on the venue.
*If you are late for the meeting time, you may not be able to participate in the "farewell party." In that case, your winning will be invalidated, so please be careful.
*Please note that the number of people invited to the "farewell party" may change on the day.
*Depending on the situation on the day, the start time may change at short notice or it may take some time before the tour begins. Please note that we are not responsible for your return journey (last train time, etc.).
*We cannot compensate for transportation costs, accommodation costs, etc. if the start of the event is delayed.
*Due to various circumstances, the event content or members may change or be canceled. In such cases, the event will not be rescheduled. In addition, we cannot cancel or refund any products that have been reserved or purchased due to changes or cancellations. Please be aware of this in advance.
*Even if you are unable to attend for personal reasons, reservations and purchased items cannot be canceled, returned, or refunded.
*The right to win the "farewell party" is only valid on the day of the draw. It cannot be used on any other dates.
*The "farewell party" will be attended only by the winner. Companions will not be allowed to attend under any circumstances.
*If you are a winner, a staff member will attach a wristband directly to your arm as your participation ticket on the spot.
*Please note that if your wristband comes off for any reason, your winnings will be invalidated and you will not be able to participate in the farewell party.
*Only those who have a wristband can participate in the farewell party.
*The transfer or sale of wristbands is prohibited. Wristbands obtained through resale or other means will be invalid. Furthermore, fraudulent activities such as counterfeiting and duplication are crimes. If such conduct is discovered, we will collect your wristbands on the spot, refuse you participation in the event and future ME:I related events, and report you to the police.
*If any fraud is discovered, the winnings will be void.
*Even if you have a wristband, you may not be allowed to participate in the farewell party after the final announcement.
*If you are coming in a wheelchair, please speak to a venue staff member on the day.
*If any prohibited behavior is discovered, you may be asked to leave the event at the discretion of staff and may be barred from participating in future related events.
・Contacting members or handing over gifts, etc.
・If inappropriate behavior is observed during the event (defamation of members, forcing certain poses, expressions or statements, behavior that violates public order and morals, etc.)
・Bringing dangerous items, alcoholic beverages, or being under the influence of alcohol
・Recording, filming, or taking photographs using mobile phones, video cameras, etc.
(Winners are strictly prohibited from recording or taking pictures with mobile phones, video cameras, etc. Please note that you will be asked to turn off your mobile phones before the farewell party begins.)
*The safety of our customers and artists is our number one priority, and for security reasons we may conduct baggage inspections and temporarily hold baggage.
*On the day of the event, we will ask the winners to present a valid ID (original). Your identity will be verified before you can participate. Please check the "valid ID" at the end of the page beforehand. If you do not have a valid ID, you will not be able to participate. Please prepare it beforehand before participating.
*In addition, the personal information you provide will be shared between LAPONE GIRLS, YOSHIMOTO KOGYO, and Universal Music. In addition, the personal information will not be used for any purpose other than this campaign.
*Please note that we may take photos of the "farewell party" on the day.
*When participating in the "farewell party", name tags and name plates must be business card or palm-sized and can be attached to clothing such as pin badges. Please note that in some cases, staff may ask you to refrain from wearing them at their discretion.
* Regarding luggage: Please leave large luggage in a coin locker at an external facility in advance. The venue will not provide luggage storage or luggage storage. If you use public facilities or stations near the venue, please refrain from any behavior that may cause inconvenience to the facilities.
*Please follow the instructions of the staff on the day. If you do not follow the instructions, we may refuse your participation or we may be forced to cancel the "farewell party."
*The organizers will not be held responsible for any accidents that occur within the venue due to failure to follow the instructions and precautions of staff.
*If you appear to be feeling unwell, our staff may contact you and restrict your participation in the "farewell party." If you begin to feel unwell during the party, please do not push yourself and immediately inform a nearby staff member.
*If you have any symptoms such as fever, cough, or body pain, please be sure to contact a medical institution before coming to the venue and receive treatment at a designated medical institution.
*Participation may be refused at the discretion of the event staff. In such cases, we will not refund the product price or compensate for transportation/travel expenses. We will also not reschedule the event to another date. Thank you for your understanding.
[Notes if your child wishes to participate in the event]
*Even small children will need to provide identification documents. Please be sure to check "About identity verification when participating in events." Even small children can obtain a passport or My Number card. Please allow plenty of time to prepare identification documents issued by a public institution that can be used to participate by the day of the event. We will also be conducting identity verification of parents on the day of the event, so we appreciate your cooperation.
▼ "Valid ID" (all with photo / no copies / valid)
1. Passport
2. Driver's License/International Driver's License
3. Official photo license (maritime, aviation, architect, etc.)
4. Basic Resident Registration Card
5. Physical Disability Certificate
6. Residence card or special permanent resident certificate
7. My Number Card (notification cards are not accepted)
8. Welfare Handbook
9. Student ID with photo
*Please note that student ID cards of people aged 19 or over will not be accepted, even if they have a photo.
10. Rehabilitation record book
*Please bring all official certificates in the same condition as they were officially issued.
*My Number notification cards (without photo) are also not acceptable.
*If you are a foreign national, please make sure to bring your passport so that we can clearly identify you.
※I want to know more about this.
*Foreign customers will need valid passport for identification.
*In all cases, copies, handwritten documents, documents that have expired, or have been tampered with to make them unusable will not be accepted.
*Tampering with or forging identification documents, and using forged identification documents are all criminal acts.
[Important] System maintenance notice
2025.08.13
ME:I will be appearing at "Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER"!
2025.08.05
ME:I has been confirmed to appear at Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER, one of Japan's largest fashion and music events, which will be held at Makuhari Messe Halls 9-11 on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER
■Schedule
Saturday, October 18, 2025 Doors open at 13:00 / Performance begins at 14:30 (scheduled)
■ Venue
Makuhari Messe Halls 9-11
■Event official website
■Official SNS
TikTok: @girlsaward.official
X (old Twitter): @GirlsAward
Instagram: @girlsaward_official
LINE: @girlsaward
YouTube: @GirlsAward_official
Threads: @girlsaward_official
[Important] System maintenance notice
2025.08.13
IS:SUE "Koe (☆Taku Takahashi Remix)" will be available for streaming starting Friday, August 8th!
2025.08.07
The Thursday drama "Renai Kinen" is currently airing on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV. IS:SUE 's first drama theme song, the ballad "Koe prod. ☆Taku Takahashi (m-flo)," has been remixed by the song's producer, ☆Taku Takahashi (m-flo), with a new interpretation, to form "Koe (☆Taku Takahashi Remix)," which will be available on various music streaming services from 00:00 on Friday, August 8th.
The Jersey club-style remix evokes the image of a DJ set, creating an impressive sound that will give you a cool, refreshing feeling in the middle of summer. Please look forward to the release.
■ Song information
Song title: Koe (☆Taku Takahashi Remix)
Distribution start date: August 8, 2025 (Friday) 0:00
▶Streaming (starts August 8th): https://IS-SUE.lnk.to/koe-remix
▶TikTok (released on August 8th): https://www.tiktok.com/music/-7534534931605047313?_r=1
Advance ticket sales for "2025 IS:SUE 1ST TOUR" have been announced on ticket board!
2025.08.05
Advance ticket sales for the "2025 IS:SUE 1ST TOUR" have been decided and are now open on ticket board!
We look forward to receiving your applications.
<Advance ticket schedule>
[Ticket Board Pre-sale]
◾️Application period: 8/5 (Tue) 12:00 ~ 8/18 (Mon) 23:59
◾️Announcement of results: August 26th (Tue) 20:00~
◾️Payment period: 8/26 (Tue) 20:00 - 8/31 (Sun) 23:59
[Applicant] Those who are registered as members of Ticket Board (free of charge)
[Accompanying person] No registration required, anyone can apply
<Performance details>
2025 IS:SUE 1ST TOUR
[Kanagawa, KT Zepp Yokohama]
2025/12/6 (Sat) Doors open 17:00 / Performance starts 18:00
For inquiries regarding the performance: DISK GARAGE https://info.diskgarage.com/
[Hokkaido, Zepp Sapporo]
2025/12/14 (Sun) Doors open 16:00 / Performance starts 17:00
For inquiries regarding the performance: WESS https://wess.jp/contact/
[Osaka・Zepp Osaka Bayside]
2025/12/20 (Sat) Doors open 17:00 / Show starts 18:00
For inquiries regarding the performance, please contact Kyodo Information at 0570-200-888 (12:00-17:00, excluding weekends and holidays)
[Fukuoka・Zepp Fukuoka]
2025/12/26 (Fri) Doors open 17:30 / Performance starts 18:30
For inquiries regarding the performance, please contact Kyodo Nishi Nippon at 0570-09-2424 (Monday to Saturday 11:00 to 15:00 / Closed on Sundays and holidays)
[Aichi, Zepp Nagoya]
2026/1/4 (Sun) Doors open 16:00 / Performance starts 17:00
For inquiries regarding performances, please contact Kyodo Tokai at 052-972-7466 (Monday to Friday 12:00-18:00/Saturday 10:00-13:00 *Closed on Sundays and public holidays) / info@kyodotokai.co.jp
[Tokyo, Zepp Haneda (TOKYO)]
2026/1/8 (Thursday) Doors open 17:30 / Performance starts 18:30
For inquiries regarding the performance: DISK GARAGE https://info.diskgarage.com/
*Please note that the performance content, performance schedule, performers, etc. may change without notice.
[Ticket price]
<Performances in Hokkaido, Osaka, Fukuoka, Aichi and Tokyo>
◾️Reserved seat: 8,800 yen (tax included)
<Kanagawa Performance>
◾️1F Standing: 8,800 yen (tax included) *1F standing admission will be in the order of ticket numbers.
【Notes】
*Only "reserved seats" and "1st floor standing (Kanagawa performance only)" are available for reception.
*A separate ticket agency fee will be charged.
*A separate drink fee is required upon admission.
*Ticket limit: Each person can apply for up to 4 tickets per performance.
*Age restrictions: Fee applies for ages 3 and over, children under 3 not allowed
For details, please check the special page "TICKET".