Japanese and South Korean leaders bang out surprise K-pop drum duet
The leaders of Japan and South Korea surprised the public by playing a drum set duet to popular K-pop songs during a summit in Nara, Japan. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung performed together after their official talks, showing an unusual level of harmony between the two countries, which have had strained relations in the past.
Wearing matching athletic jackets, the two leaders drummed to songs including BTS’s “Dynamite.” The performance was a surprise prepared by Takaichi, a longtime heavy metal fan and former drummer, after Lee mentioned during a previous meeting that he dreamed of playing the drums. A video of the moment was later shared on social media, drawing public attention.
Both leaders said the performance symbolized cooperation and mutual respect. President Lee compared the shared rhythm to the hope that Japan and South Korea could work together more closely, while Prime Minister Takaichi praised Lee for learning quickly. She emphasized that cultural exchange and continued communication would help strengthen relations between the two governments.
Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/japan-south-korea-leaders-lee-jae-myung-sanae-takaichi-play-drums/
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