Filipino Pop Icons SB19 Wow Tokyo Crowd in Sold-out Concert
Philippine Embassy in Japan Consul General Mary Joy B. Ramirez and Embassy personnel congratulated SB19 members (from left to right) Ken, Stell, Justin, Josh and Pablo after the group’s sold out concert at Zepp Haneda on 24 September 2025.
TOKYO, 25 September 2025 – Filipino pop icons and Youth Ambassadors of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) of the Philippines and Sentro Rizal Ambassadors, SB19, wowed the local audience during the Tokyo leg of their “Simula Sa Wakas” World Tour at Zepp Haneda.
The group, composed of Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin, sang their hits, including “Mapa”, “Gento” and “What”, showcasing their vocal and dance prowess, during the sold-out concert to the crowd’s delight.
“Thank you for being the pride of the Philippines in Japan. Your standout concert has not only brought joy and excitement to the fans of SB19 and the eventgoers but is also a symbol of the vibrant and enduring people-to-people ties between the Philippines and Japan,” stated Philippine Embassy in Japan Consul General Mary Joy B. Ramirez, on behalf of Ambassador Mylene J. Garcia-Albano, during her brief exchange with SB19.
SB19’s popularity not only stems from its music and choreography, but also because of its advocacies, especially in promoting Philippine culture, heritage and artistry, thus earning their recognition as NCCA Youth and Sentro Rizal Ambassadors.
The group’s “Simula Sa Wakas” World Tour kicked off in May 2025, with performances in the Philippines, Asia, North America, Australia and the Middle East.
SB19 during their sold out concert at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo.
