I-OK Unleashes 3rd Album “We Are Serious!!” with High Stakes and Fan-Centric Events

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A 15-Track Symphony of Determination

The album showcases 15 tracks, including individual member-penned center songs that reflect their unique voices and artistic contributions. The lead track, “ONE MIRAI,” is a grand ballad sung by all I-OK members, making its debut performance at an in-store release event on December 24, 2025. The album’s striking jacket art, featuring the members in their signature blue attire, visually captures the essence of their collective ambition.

I-OK 3rd Album "私たち、本気です!!" Jacket Photo

Unprecedented Fan Engagement: Online and In-Store

I-OK is embarking on an ambitious “90-day continuous release event” marathon, commencing with an online stream on December 22, 2025. Fans can look forward to a plethora of new and exciting pre-order bonuses and event opportunities.

Exclusive Online Pre-order Perks

Starting December 29, 2025, online pre-orders for the album will offer unique benefits:

  • Signed Horse Cosplay Cheki: A special instant photo (known as “cheki” in Japan) of a member in a horse cosplay, signed, tying into the 2026 zodiac year.

  • Signed Member Center Song Lyric Card: A lyric card for each member’s center song, featuring their handwritten lyrics and title.

I-OK 3rd Album "私たち、本気です!!" Online Pre-order Bonus

Online signing sessions for these special cheki photos are scheduled for January 5 and 7, 2026, where members will sign the cheki live on YouTube while calling out customer names. Further online pre-order options, available from December 22, 2025, include Talkport sessions (online video calls), signed Christmas cheki photos, and even private online performances.

Engaging In-store Release Events

From December 24, 2025, I-OK will host a series of in-store release events across various locations, including major music stores and event venues. Attendees will receive 特典券 (tokutenken, or special benefit tickets) and stamp cards for every 1,000 yen spent on the album. These tickets can be exchanged for a range of interactions, from signed instant photos (cheki) and high-fives with all attending members to digital two-shots and even TikTok collaborations.

I-OK 3rd Album "私たち、本気です!!" In-store Release Event Benefits

A loyalty program through stamp cards rewards dedicated fans with increasingly exclusive benefits. Accumulating points from album purchases and event attendance can lead to personalized video messages, signed personal items, special posters, and for the most dedicated, a full group video message, signed items from all members, or even a special I-OK performance. Those who attend all release events will be honored on stage at the tour final.

Nationwide Tour and Pivotal Live Performance

In support of their new album, I-OK will embark on the “アイオケツアー2026『私たち、本気です!!』” (I-OK Tour 2026 ‘We Are Serious!!’), visiting seven cities across Japan from February to March 2026. Tickets for this tour are currently available through eplus.

The culmination of this journey will be the “マジで！？アイオケ♪３ determination -卒業かリベンジか-” (Seriously!? I-OK 3 Determination -Graduation or Revenge-) live performance at Toyosu PIT on April 22, 2026. This event, with its dramatic title, underscores the high stakes of their Oricon challenge.

Seriously!? I-OK 3 Determination -Graduation or Revenge- Live Performance

Tickets are available for both domestic and international fans.

The Unique World of Idol Orchestra I-OK

I-OK is not your typical idol group. Comprising 12 members—seven vocalists, a violinist, a saxophonist, a flutist, and two performers—they blend classical music elements like “Ode to Joy” and “Can-Can” into their original pop songs. This fusion of vocal, instrumental, and dance performance creates a uniquely elegant and powerful stage presence. Since their debut in March 2021, I-OK has steadily grown their fanbase, performing at major venues like Toyosu PIT and Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall.

I-OK Group Photo

Their “Idol Orchestra” concept brings a refreshing twist to the Japanese idol scene, much like a vibrant musical theatre production meeting a pop concert. With “私たち、本気です!!” I-OK is not just releasing an album; they are making a bold statement, aiming to carve their legacy in the competitive music industry. Their journey, fueled by passion and a leader’s profound resolve, will certainly be one to watch for fans of kawaii culture and innovative music.

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