In all honesty....
Before i start, let me just clarify that it is not my intention to speak ill of other kpop groups. I just want to state my honest opinion, and please feel free to correct me if i am wrong. These are group that i vaguely know, so there is a big possibilty that i am wrong, and of i know its true that have no right to judge any of them. But like i said before its just my opinion, and in fact im looking forward to someone proving me wrong. So here is the question~ Is there any new kpop groups that actually know japanese language/culture? I am talking about the new rookies that have debuted in japan, and seem to basically re-release their korean singles in japanese. From my opinion, all i see is them promoting their song for a short while, and they leave. And repeat this process whenever they have new singles to translate. (i hope i dont sound too harsh....lol) i looked up B2ST, 2PM, Supernova, big bang, super junior, 2ne1, Shinee, After school, secret, T-ara, Infinite, KARA, 4minute, SNSD....hmmm i think thats all i got. (lol~) The only ones that i notice to actually notice to be able to speak it are: SNSD(though only one member can speak more fluently than the rest,but are supposedly learning), KARA (from what i can tell on interviews it looks like all the girls are at the same level, and seem to have a really good grasp of it.), Supernova (or choshinsung, I've seen that they are one of the longest kpop groups to have stayed in japan for a consistent time besides DBSK.) Lastly, Infinite( I have seen some of their behind the scenes footage and the boys look promising, but still are in the learning process) Do notice, i didnt mention DBSK, BoA, or the CSJH the grace. They are the few korean artist/groups that actually took the time to learm japanese. I know that idols have a busy schedule, so busy to the point that almost anyone cant be able to relate too. And i can imagine if i had very little resting time, i would use it to actually rest, but i hate to do this cause it sounds like im comparing, but there are other artists who work just as hard, or just as much.... but still take the time to learn. Like i said, i dont mean to hurt anyones reputation or bash someones idol but im just wondering if there is. I really want someone to prove me wrong, just because i want to believe that there are kpop artists who still take the time to appreciate other cultures and languages. Please leave your thoughts as well! I really want to see how others feel about this as well! Thanks for reading this super loooonnnggg post~! :D