izna, official Jung Sik release of 1st Japanese mini album on September 2nd

izna partners with Sony Music, aiming directly at the Japanese archipelago

izna, the global girl group formed through Mnet's 'I-LAND2 : N/a', has made a decisive move to enter the Japanese market. They will officially meet local fans by releasing their first Japanese mini-album 'HANDLE WITH CARE' on September 2nd. This activity is a strategic move to solidify their position in the global market by utilizing the local infrastructure of the Sony Music label, going beyond simple overseas expansion.

izna has already demonstrated a significant presence in Japan. Starting with their performance on the stage of 'SUMMER SONIC 2025', Japan's largest music festival, before their Jung Sik debut last year, they built recognition by being selected as the vocalists for a TV CM song of a famous local beverage brand. In January this year, they proved their powerful fandom strength by selling out all seats for their first Japanese fan concert. Furthermore, they expanded their local media touchpoints by launching their own variety show 'izna's first Japanese variety show! What is N/a?' through ABEMA.

The upcoming Japanese mini-album 'HANDLE WITH CARE' will include songs that capture izna's unique color. A total of 5 tracks will be released to fans, including the title track 'DUMB HOT!' and the new song 'HEADACHE', as well as Japanese versions of their existing representative songs 'IZNA', 'SIGN', and 'Mamma Mia'. The theme of the album contains an independent attitude of believing in and valuing oneself.

The second narrative of the '5th Generation Tempo Setter' begins in Yokohama

izna has continued its unrivaled journey in domestic activities as well. Starting with the debut EP 'N/a', they secured first place on music shows through 'SIGN' and 'BEEP', and through their recently released 3rd mini-album 'SET THE TEMPO', they earned the moniker '5th Generation Tempo Setter' by showcasing 'powerful dreamy' performances. Their street sensibility, sophisticated choreography, and explosive live skills are the unique identity they have built.

The specific schedule for local activities in Japan will lead to a debut showcase held in Yokohama on September 6th. This Japanese expansion is expected to serve as an opportunity to maximize the characteristics of izna, which has a multinational member composition. Japanese members Mai and Coco will play a role in narrowing the emotional distance with local fans, completing the global identity together with the Korean members.

izna has already proven their capabilities as global rookies by winning awards at major award ceremonies such as 'MAMA', 'Golden Disc Awards', and 'Seoul Music Awards'. The Japanese project, which began with the Japanese single 'Love All' released in March 2026, will serve as a bridgehead to expand beyond Asia into the global market starting with this first Japanese mini-album release. They are unfolding their independent attitude—that they will become the standard themselves rather than following the standards set by the world—into a musical narrative.

Programming and Release Information

izna's first Japanese mini-album 'HANDLE WITH CARE' will be released on September 2nd. This will be followed by a debut showcase in Yokohama on September 6th.

The Japanese local variety show 'izna's first Japanese variety show! What is N/a?' was released through ABEMA.

From 1st place on music shows to winning major awards

izna took their first steps with the debut EP 'N/a'. They then demonstrated their presence by recording first place on music shows through 'SIGN' and 'BEEP'. Having expanded their musical spectrum with 'Not Just Pretty' and 'SET THE TEMPO', they have achieved award-winning results at major ceremonies such as 'MAMA', 'Golden Disc Awards', and 'Seoul Music Awards'.

In March 2026, they released the Japanese single 'Love All'.

Background and Context

izna was formed through Mnet's 'I-LAND2 : N/a' in 2024. Born with the support of fans from 217 regions worldwide, they began their activities with the debut EP 'N/a'.

The move targeting the Japanese market began with the Japanese single 'Love All' released in March 2026. This song targeted the local market by combining Japanese lyrics with K-POP performance.