2xFE
2xFE (read as "Two-F-E") is a five-member Japanese male vocal and dance group. Their fan name is 2xME (Two-Me).
Overview
The name 2xFE stands for "Future From East End," representing their vision of spreading music from Japan to the world.[1][2]
On August 31, 2023, they held a self-produced live event called "PENTATONIC PARTY" at CHIC HALL SHIBUYA in Tokyo and officially announced the start of their group activities.[3][4]
Although a debut showcase was scheduled for December 29, 2023, it was postponed to March 25, 2024 due to three members (Ayumu, Rio, Rui) contracting influenza.
On September 21, 2024, the group held their largest one-man live concert at an undisclosed location in Tokyo.
The group name is often stylized as "2xFE" (with a lowercase x), but some platforms like Apple Music display it as "2×FE." Both stylizations are used interchangeably on their social media.
Members
| Name | Real Name | Birthdate | Hometown | Height | Blood Type | Show Appearance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikari | Hikari Inayoshi | July 27, 2000 | Kanagawa | 183 cm | A | PRODUCE 101 JAPAN (Rank 74)[5] | His mother is actress Azusa Watanabe[6] |
| Rio | Rio Oshima | June 28, 1999 | Tokyo | 175 cm | A | YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X[7] | |
| SYOGO | Shogo Mukaiyama | March 15, 2002 | Tokyo | 175 cm | A | PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SEASON2 (Rank 82)[8] | |
| Ayumu | Ayumu Owada | July 13, 2000 | Chiba | 177 cm | AB | PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SEASON2 (Rank 36)[9] | |
| Rui | Rui Iiyoshi | October 25, 1998 | Niigata | 180 cm | B | PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SEASON2 (Rank 37)[10] |
Discography
Singles
"Pentatonic Vibe" – October 27, 2023 (Digital release, ending theme for TBS/MBS program "Prebat!!")[11]
"Don't let me down" – February 28, 2024 (Digital release)
"Pentatonic Vibe (English Ver.)" – February 28, 2024 (Digital release)
"Timeline" – June 19, 2024 (Digital release)
"Puzzle" – July 24, 2024 (Digital release)
"My Love" – August 28, 2024 (Part of EP/CD album)
"Alternative" – August 28, 2024 (Part of EP/CD album)
EP/Albums
"Future From East End" – August 28, 2024 (PONY CANYON)
Billboard JAPAN Peak: #41 (Top Album Sales)[12]
Oricon Peak: #43 (Charted for 3 weeks)[13]
"Buri and Kawauso" Video Incident
On March 27, 2024, a video of Rui and Hikari playing Super Smash Bros. was uploaded to 2xFE's official TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. The video sparked controversy due to its resemblance to content by TikToker/YouTuber "Buri and Kawauso." However, on April 1, it was revealed via a video on Buri and Kawauso's channel that the similarity was due to a planned collaboration.
Hikari's Global Audition Challenge
In January 2025, Hikari participated as a contestant in the large-scale audition show "Chuang Asia: Season 2," produced by Tencent Video in China. The show features 60 international contestants competing. On his personal SNS, he shared videos performing 2xFE songs with contestants from various countries.[14]
References
- ↑ https://www.barks.jp/news/?id=1000239256
- ↑ https://kelly-net.jp/enjoytoday/20241015120014121602.html
- ↑ https://www.barks.jp/news/?id=1000239256
- ↑ https://realsound.jp/2023/09/post-1421472.html
- ↑ https://1st.produce101.jp/profile/?id=012_inayoshihikari
- ↑ https://nlab.itmedia.co.jp/nl/articles/2410/17/news105.html
- ↑ https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2251684/full/
- ↑ https://2nd.produce101.jp/profile/091_mukoyamasyogo
- ↑ https://2nd.produce101.jp/profile/018_owadaayumu
- ↑ https://2nd.produce101.jp/profile/005_iiyoshirui
- ↑ https://news.ponycanyon.co.jp/2023/10/90700
- ↑ https://billboard-japan.com/artists/detail/1064318
- ↑ https://www.oricon.co.jp/prof/928550/products/
- ↑ https://x.com/2xFE_official/status/1891625038882758816
External Links
https://2xfe.com – Official Website
https://twitter.com/2xFE_official – Official X (Twitter)
https://instagram.com/2xfe_official – Official Instagram
https://www.tiktok.com/@2xfe_official – Official TikTok
https://www.youtube.com/@2xFE – Official YouTube Channel
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