EBiDAN is the Japanese idol group collective comprised of actors and entertainers under Stardust Promotion.
The EBiDAN lineup consists of nine popular groups: BULLET TRAIN, M!LK, SUPER★DRAGON, Sakura Shimeji, ONE N' ONLY, GNJB, BUDDiiS, ICEx, and Lienel.
Formed in 2011, BULLET TRAIN is uniquely known for their main dancer, back vocal structure. In 2022, the team invited four new members to commemorate their 10-year anniversary, making BULLET TRAIN a nine-member group. Their sold-out shows showcase their refined performances, colorful personalities, and love for their fans, otherwise known as 8 gousha (Train No. 8). Aside from music, the individual members challenge themselves through variety programs, acting in TV dramas and films, and fashion and cosmetics collaborations. Don’t miss out on BULLET TRAIN’s 12th year!
Just like how milk can be blended with any flavor or color, M!LK continues to evolve and adapt over time. Exploring acting, modeling, and content creation, M!LK can range from funny to being radiant prince-like idols. Always following their three pillars of happiness, energy, and smiles, M!LK continues to speed towards their goal of a dome tour.
SUPER★DRAGON aka SupaDra is a 9-member team who mixes rap, songwriting, and beatboxing into their unique mixture color. In 2024, the team signed with Pony Canyon to further their artist presence and vows to make 2024 a “SupaDra Year.” Don’t blink or else you’ll miss their dramatically changing formations and catchy dance moves!
Sakura Shimeji is a folk duo who sings about the wavering emotions of the sunlit cherry blossoms and the shimeji mushrooms in the shadows. Formed in 2014, the duo has continued to sing about the real emotions of their same-aged peers. Aside from singing, the duo’s artistic endeavors include Hyoga Takada’s acting career and Gaku Tanaka’s venture in novel writing. The duo is always challenging the boundaries of performance by performing at camp sites and blending acting into their music.
ONE N’ ONLY is a six-member group who boasts their unique ability to blend genres, starting with JK-POP. They have since evolved to Jatin Pop, a blend of Japanese and Latin pop, after finding international TikTok success. As the No. 1 followed Japanese male music artist on TikTok, they are always working hard to reach new fans.
GNJB (Genin wa Jibun ni Aru., “The Cause Lies With Me”) works to redefine what it means to be a Japanese idol. By embedding elements of Japanese internet culture, such as music produced by prolific Vocaloid producers and interacting with 2D characters, into their concept, the team aims to bridge the gap between the second and third dimension. In their performances, the team tactfully wields both extremes of their cynical worldview as well as their 1000% perfected facial expressions. The individual members have also ventured into acting, including being casted into the Kamen Rider series, a classic first step for Japanese actors.
The 2020 formation of BUDDiiS is a new force in the boy group scene. The 10-member team dropped their first single, “CLICK ME,” in 2021 and continues to wow audiences with their chart-topping tracks and nationwide tours. Their 2024 nine-city, 13-show tour gathered nearly 30,000 fans. The team vows to make everyone that encounters them their “buddy.
“To love all love” is the motto of one of EBiDAN’s newest groups, ICEx. With an average age of 18, the 8-member team is full of love. Despite only debuting in March of 2023, they have already sold out their first tour and their 3rd single “Bilimi” has been chosen as the ending song for Fuji Television anime, Run for Money: The Great Mission.
The newest addition to the EBiDAN lineup, Lienel is a 6-member team whose name is an abbreviation of “Lien éternel” or “eternal bond” in French. The team was formed by the EBiDAN AUDITION. Just like their name says, the team vows to protect the sacred bond between them and their fans. Their second single “kimito” topped the Oricon chart. The team successfully complete their first show and have sold out all the shows on their first-ever tour.
