{
  "id": 18222695,
  "title": "Stray Kids score 3rd Japanese platinum certification ahead of Tokyo Dome concerts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/stray-kids-score-3rd-japanese-platinum-certification-ahead-of-tokyo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T01:37:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20261105/stray-kids-score-3rd-japanese-platinum-certification-ahead-of-tokyo-dome-concerts"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Stray Kids have achieved a notable milestone in Japan, securing their third streaming platinum certification ahead of their upcoming Tokyo Dome concerts. The title track from their third full-length album, \"Special,\" has amassed over 100 million cumulative streams in Japan, earning the group the prestigious platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). This accomplishment marks Stray Kids' third Japanese streaming platinum, following the recognition for \"MANIAC\" and \"CASE 143\" from their previous albums. The certification arrives in time for the group's Tokyo Dome performances, which are part of their \"RUN IT\" world tour. The first of these three shows is scheduled for November 7 and will be broadcast live in cinemas worldwide, in collaboration with global event cinema distributor Trafalgar Releasing. Stray Kids' Japan tour has already included a concert at the Tokyo National Stadium in August.",
  "summary": "Stray Kids have added another milestone in Japan, earning their third streaming platinum certification as the group prepares to launch three nights of concerts at Tokyo Dome on Friday. “Special,” the title track of the group's third full-length album, “★★★★★ (5-STAR),” surpassed 100 million cumulative streams in Japan as of September 2026, earning platinum certification from the Recording…",
  "key_points": [
    "Stray Kids secure third Japanese streaming platinum for 'Special'",
    "Title track 'Special' surpasses 100 million cumulative streams in Japan",
    "Tokyo Dome concerts part of Stray Kids' 'RUN IT' world tour"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Securing a third streaming platinum certification reinforces the group's massive commercial dominance in Japan as they transition from stadium tours to high-profile performances at the Tokyo Dome.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}