Japanese idol group Phantom Siita held their first show in the Philippines and thanked fans for their support.
“Thank you, Manila, for coming to our show and showing us all your support! We had an amazing time!” the girl group wrote on Instagram.
Phantom Siita had their first world tour “Moth to a flame” in Manila at the Samsung Hall of SM Aura in Taguig,
Composed of Mona, Miu, Rinka, Hisui, and Moka, Phantom Siita, produced by Japanese superstar Ado, made their debut in the music scene in June last year.
Japanese idol group Phantom Siita in Manila
At the Manila show, Phantom Siita opened the concert with “Kimito xxxx Shitai Dake” (“Just Wanna ×××× With You”) followed by “Masho Shoujo” (“Devilish Girl”). They also performed “Hanabami,” “Otome Shinjyu,” “Sukisuki Daisuki,”
The members also had their solo performances. Mona performed “Aoi Sangosho” and Rinka with “”Fantasy.” Miu performed “Kick Back,” Hisui with “One Last Kiss” and Moka with “Friday Chinatown.”
They continued their set with “4:00 A.M,” ”Hanagatami,” “Mayonaka no Door-Stay With Me,” “Otomodachi,” “Tot musica,” “Moon Light Densetsu” and “Zoku Zoku.”
If modern-day idols were 'butterflies,' Phantom Siita would be a heretical presence in the industry akin to 'moths,'” according to the show’s promoter. .
The five members were chosen through an audition that had over 4,000 participants.
Their debut single “Otomodachi” was featured on Spotify’s “Idol Pop Japan” playlist cover and sparked a trend on TikTok.
Phantom Siita became the opening act for Ado’s nationwide arena tour “Ado Japan Tour 2024: Profile of Mona Lisa.”
They held their first solo concert “Phantom Siita 1st Live 2024 ‘Haine’” at the Nippon Budokan.
Phantom Siita told Manila Bulletin last December they were excited to have “our first world tour and our first visit to the Philippines. We have received many comments from our fans in the Philippines so I’m happy that we are able to perform live for you all.”
According to Miu, the title of the world tour “Moth to a flame” came “from a Japanese proverb ‘飛んで火にいる夏の虫’ which reflects the idea that, even knowing of the potential risks, fans are still drawn to Phantom Siita, like moths to a flame.”
The Phantom Siita first world tour “Moth to a flame” in Manila was presented by AEG Presents Asia and Ovation Productions.
Phantom Siita (Photos: Kris Rocha / Phantom Siita's Instagram account)