Kim Jae-joong recalls his stingy early days in Japan: "We sang on wooden planks laid out on the ground" [Chef's Table][★Night TV]

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Singer Kim Jae-joong recalled his difficult early days of activities in Japan.

On the 27th, the KBS 2TV variety program 'Shin Sang-chulsi Pyeonseuristang' (hereinafter 'Pyeonseuristang') featured Kim Jae-joong's story about his activities in Japan.

That day, while walking through the neighborhood where he lives in Tokyo, Japan, Kim explained, "This is the neighborhood I stayed in when I first entered Japan 20 years ago."

Kim said, "That was 2005. I was 19 years old by Korean age," recalling his first entry into Japan. He added, "At that time, our recognition in Japan was zero. Culturally as well, the atmosphere was like 'Who are you guys?'"

Kim shared his difficult days back then: "I wanted to come back to Korea every day. Conditions were poor. We performed not only on proper stages but also elsewhere. Sometimes we laid wooden planks on the ground and sang there. We kept wearing the same clothes over and over. Our primary goal was simply to succeed here."

Additionally, while walking along the Meguro River, Kim explained, "Back then, once I returned to my accommodation, I couldn't go outside. When the manager wasn't around, I would sneak out to get some fresh air. It was a space that gave me a sense of liberation."

Following this, many fans who saw Kim requested photos and autographs, and Kim smiled contentedly, saying, "This is what the taste of success feels like, isn't it?"

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