KARA:
Twenty Years of History

KARA begins with four members

Gyuri, Seungyeon, Sunghee, and Nicole made their Korean debut as a quartet. KARA's journey began with their debut release, the First Bloooooming, and “Break It.”

Show! Music Core: “Break It” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “Break It” on MBC's Show! Music Core. The official archive identifies this as their debut appearance on this programme, dated March 31, 2007.

The debut quartet models for LEMONA

The debut lineup—Gyuri, Seungyeon, Sunghee and Nicole—was selected for LEMONA. June 11 coverage reports a commercial shoot near Yangsuri, Gyeonggi-do, and a one-year contract.

Show! Music Core: “If U Wanna（맘에 들면）” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “If U Wanna（맘에 들면）” on MBC's Show! Music Core. MBC’s episode listing names KARA and the song “맘에 들면.”

“Fighting”: a drama soundtrack in the debut year

KARA contributed “Fighting” to the soundtrack of SBS drama Catch a Kang Nam Mother. Released during the group’s debut year, it extended their recorded work beyond the first album into television drama.

Hara and Jiyoung join, creating a five-member lineup

After Sunghee's departure, Hara and Jiyoung joined, bringing KARA to five members. They released 1st Mini Album and continued with their new lineup. The five members' voices and performances would lead to breakthroughs in both Korea and Japan.

“Rock U” introduces a new side of KARA

“Rock U” appeared on their first mini album as a five-member group. A departure from their debut-era image, its bright, buoyant pop sound helped define KARA's early years.

Show! Music Core: “Rock U” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed Rock U on MBC’s Show! Music Core, a comeback stage for the five-member lineup with Hara and Jiyoung.

Star King #86: Hara and Seungyeon join a magic special

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

Hara and Seungyeon joined the panel for the second Amazing Magic Festival special, featuring international magicians.

“Good Day Season 2” for the KAMILIA

The digital single reworked “Good Day” from the first mini album. Its bright arrangement carried the energy of the “Rock U” period into the interval before Pretty Girl, with the release presented as a gift for KAMILIA.

“Pretty Girl,” an early signature song

KARA released the mini album Pretty Girl. The title track became essential to any look back at their early years and later appeared on the 2013 Korean–Japanese compilation BEST GIRLS. It captures the five-member lineup finding its way forward.

“Honey” emerges from a special edition

KARA released Honey, a special edition of Pretty Girl. A newly arranged version of the existing track “Honey” became the title song, leading to their first music-show win the following month.

Star King #104: Panel guests for a Boys Over Flowers special

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

SBS lists KARA among the panel guests in the second Boys Over Flowers special, featuring contestants and selection segments.

“Honey” earns their first music-show win

“Honey” took first place on Mnet's M Countdown. After working steadily since their 2007 debut, KARA reached the top of a music show for the first time. Contemporary reports also recorded the members' tears of joy.

“Love Is Fire” joins Boys Over Flowers

KARA’s “Love Is Fire,” written by Han Jae-ho and Kim Seung-soo, appeared on Boys Over Flowers OST Part 2. The digital catalog dates it March 16; the physical CD followed on March 23, a distinction preserved here.

Come to Play: Girls’ Special with Girls’ Generation

TV appearanceMBC / Come to Play

KARA and Girls’ Generation joined Girls’ Special for conversation, talents and stories about stage mishaps. KARA also performed “Honey.”

The five members host Idol Show

TV appearanceMBC every1 / Idol Show

The five members took the hosting role on MBC every1’s Idol Show. The opening episode tested their reactions and humor through games, giving the group a sustained variety-show setting beyond music performances.

MTV launches KARA’s Meta Friends

TV appearanceMTV Korea / KARA’s Meta Friends

ソウル · MTVスタジオ

MTV’s group program centered on finding friends. A mini-concert was recorded at its Seoul studio on May 30, combining group performances with solo singing and piano segments that revealed other sides of the members.

KARA models for rhythm game iMusician

Com2uS announced KARA as advertising models for mobile rhythm game iMusician. In-game photographs, advertising and promotion connected the group’s music activities with gaming.

“Same Heart” connects music and mobile games

“Same Heart” became the theme of Com2uS rhythm game iMusician. Released as a digital single, the song also reached players inside the game, linking KARA’s recording activity with the mobile entertainment market.

Revolution is released

KARA released the Korean album Revolution, featuring “Wanna” and the Korean version of “Mister”; both later appeared on best-of compilations. It is also an important introduction to KARA before they expanded into Japan with “Mister.”

Star King #128: All five members join the panel

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

The official cast list names Gyuri, Nicole, Seungyeon, Hara and Jiyoung. The episode featured aerial straps, strength acts and sibling performers.

Show! Music Core #180: “Mister” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “Mister” on MBC's Show! Music Core. A Korean weekend music-show performance of “Mister” during the Revolution era.

Thai–Korea friendship concert in Bangkok

バンコク · Parc Paragon

KARA joined SHINee, Ryan and Thai artists at a friendship concert at Parc Paragon in Bangkok. They also appeared at the Thailand Entertainment Expo opening gala the previous day.

Strong Heart #2: Hara and Nicole in the talk battle

TV appearanceSBS / Strong Heart

Hara and Nicole appeared as guests in the programme’s early talk-battle format, under the theme of hiding or revealing stories.

A live collaboration on Music Travel LaLaLa

TV appearanceMBC / Music Travel Lalala

On MBC’s autumn special pairing girl groups with indie bands, KARA performed Nami’s “Round and Round” with No Brain and sang g.o.d’s “Road.” The set highlighted their vocal harmonies in a live-studio format.

Star King #137: Gyuri, Seungyeon, Hara and Jiyoung appear

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

Gyuri, Seungyeon, Hara and Jiyoung joined the panel in an episode featuring Bob Sapp and young dance performers.

Star King #138: Four members join the autumn special

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

SBS names Gyuri, Seungyeon, Hara and Jiyoung in the panel for an autumn special featuring cooking and contestant performances.

KARA Bakery: appearance or broadcast announcement

Appearance / broadcast announcementMnet / KARA Bakery

Official information lists an appearance or broadcast for 2009-11-25. Independent evidence of the actual broadcast has not been found; this entry documents the announcement.

KARA characters arrive in FreeStyle

KARA characters joined online basketball game FreeStyle. The first release on November 27 featured Hara, Gyuri and Seungyeon, alongside black-cat-themed “KARA CAT” promotion.

Pizza Etang: music and deadpan dancing

Pizza Etang’s five-member commercial combined a short ordering jingle with deliberately deadpan dancing. Repeated movement across changing outfits and locations made the film distinctive.

Strong Heart #13: Gyuri and Hara in the New Year special

TV appearanceSBS / Strong Heart

Gyuri and Hara appeared in the New Year special. Gyuri joined Bada in a conversation about their goddess personas, while Hara addressed rumours about herself.

The theme song for Stars Falling From the Sky

KARA released the title theme of SBS drama Stars Falling From the Sky as OST Part 1. The song accompanied the drama’s themes of hope and love; its January 12 digital release is distinct from the show’s January 4 premiere.

Quiz! Sixth Sense #135: Seungyeon and Hara: school-life quiz

TV appearanceSBS / Quiz! Sixth Sense

Seungyeon and Hara joined a school-life-themed quiz alongside fellow idols and entertainers.

Pre-debut showcase at Akasaka BLITZ

東京 · 赤坂BLITZ

KARA First Showcase in JAPAN 2010 brought the group to Akasaka BLITZ before the Japanese single debut. HMV’s on-site report documented “Honey,” “Wanna,” “Mister” and a “Pretty Girl” encore at the daytime performance.

A more powerful expression with “LUPIN”

KARA released the Korean mini album Lupin, containing five tracks including “Lupin” and “Rollin’.” Alongside their bright pop sound, the release introduced a stronger musical sound and stage presence.

M COUNTDOWN: “Lupin” performance

TV appearanceMnet / M COUNTDOWN

KARA performed Lupin on Mnet’s M COUNTDOWN for the mini album’s first comeback broadcast.

Show! Music Core #201: “Lupin” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “Lupin” on MBC's Show! Music Core. The comeback episode also included “Umbrella.”

Lupin signing in Daejeon

Ppuri Hall, Daejeon Jung-gu Cultural Center

The five members met Lupin buyers at Daejeon Jung-gu Cultural Center on White Day. The signing was separate from the same-day concert at Hanbat Stadium.

Lupin signing in Busan

HOTTRACKS Busan, main entrance of the Kyobo Life building

Rescheduled from March 21 to March 27, the outdoor Busan signing celebrated Lupin. A same-day fan blog records receiving autographs from all five members and includes photographs of the signed album.

Mistine cosmetics promotion in Thailand

KARA promoted Mistine BB Wonder Compact in Thailand. A local press interview records the five members discussing the product and songs including Lupin, extending their local presence through advertising.

ShowKing M in Bangkok

バンコク · Rajamangala National Stadium

KARA performed at ShowKing M Bangkok, a joint concert organised by ADAMAS and Mnet, alongside 2PM, 2AM and Brown Eyed Girls. It added to their Southeast Asian appearances before their Japanese debut.

Korean Music Festival at the Hollywood Bowl

ロサンゼルス · Hollywood Bowl

At the eighth Korean Music Festival in Los Angeles, KARA performed Lupin, Honey and Mister and shared a stage with Joo Hyun-mi. Nicole co-hosted and addressed the audience in English.

“We’re With You” cheers on Korea

The group released a cheering song for Korea’s football team ahead of the South Africa World Cup. The bright Han Jae-ho/Kim Seung-soo production, issued with a remix, brought KARA’s music into the national sporting occasion.

Gyuri becomes a regular DJ on Shimshimtapa

Radio appearancesMBC / Shindong and Park Gyuri’s Shimshimtapa

KARA members appearing：Gyuri

Gyuri became a regular co-DJ with Shindong. MBC’s schedule first names her on the May 5 programme date; this is an after-midnight slot, so the date follows the station’s programme-day convention.

Return event in Akasaka and Japanese debut announcement

東京 · グランドプリンスホテル赤坂 五色の間

KARA held an event at the Grand Prince Hotel Akasaka’s Goshiki room, announced their summer Japanese debut, and met KAMILIA through handshakes and songs.

Strong Heart #29: Seungyeon and Jiyoung talk about their group

TV appearanceSBS / Strong Heart

Seungyeon and Jiyoung joined the talk special. Jiyoung shared everyday stories about interacting with the older members as the youngest in the group.

A World Cup cheering stage at COEX

ソウル · メガボックスCOEX

On the day of Korea’s match against Greece, KARA joined Samsung’s cheering event at Megabox COEX. They performed “We’re With You,” “Pretty Girl,” and “Mister,” bringing their World Cup song directly to spectators.

SWEET MUSE GALLERY documents early performances

The three-disc Japanese release MBC DVD COLLECTION: KARA–SWEET MUSE GALLERY assembled the Tokyo showcase, MBC television footage, music videos and behind-the-scenes material for LUPIN.

Hara becomes an A’PIEU model

Hara became a model for cosmetics brand A’PIEU. The announcement describes skincare, BB cream and smoky-makeup shoots for print and online promotion.

Japanese debut with Mister

KARA made their Japanese debut on 11 August 2010 with a Japanese-language version of Mister. Around 3,000 people gathered for their surprise performance outside SHIBUYA109 that day. The release, street event and television appearances together marked a new stage in reaching audiences in Japan.

ASK autumn/winter campaign with Joo Won

KARA and actor Joo Won modelled for ASK’s 2010 autumn/winter campaign, presenting denim-led fashion imagery distinct from the group’s performance costumes.

“2Me” for the We Online soundtrack

KARA recorded the second theme for MMORPG We Online: Secret Expedition. Joo Young-hoon wrote “2Me,” released alongside music-video and instrumental versions, adding a Korean game soundtrack during their Japanese debut period.

Hallyu Dream Concert in Gyeongju

慶州 · 慶州市民運動場

KARA appeared at the Visit Korea Year concert at Gyeongju Civic Stadium with four members while Seungyeon recovered from injury. SBS aired the recording on September 19; the concert itself was held on September 12.

KARA BEST 2007–2010 introduces the Korean catalog

Soon after the Japanese debut, a Japanese compilation assembled 12 Korean-language tracks, including “Mr.,” “LUPIN,” “Honey” and “Break It,” giving new listeners a route into KARA’s earlier catalog.

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed ミスター.

Asia Song Festival brings six countries together

ソウル · 蚕室オリンピック主競技場

KARA appeared at Asia Song Festival at Jamsil Olympic Main Stadium. The international charity concert marked the Seoul G20 summit and brought artists from Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, Thailand, and Malaysia onto a shared stage.

BEARPAW winter boot campaign

All five members modelled winter fashion for boot brand BEARPAW. October 26 coverage identifies the shoot as October 20 at an Apgujeong studio in Seoul.

Jumping is also released in Korea

KARA released the Korean-language mini album Jumping, including “Love Is,” “Jumping,” and “Burn.” A separate Korean release from the Japanese single, it added to their growing musical activities in both countries.

日本第2弾シングル「ジャンピン」

KARA released their second Japanese single, “Jumping.” Following “Mister,” it further advanced their activities in Japan. The song also opens their Japanese-language full-length album Girl's Talk, released that same month.

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed ジャンピン.

初の日本語フルアルバム『ガールズトーク』

KARA released a Japanese-language full-length album featuring “Mister” and “Jumping.” Songs such as “SOS” and “Lupin” showed a range beyond their singles. First editions offered different extras, including video content and a photo book.

Gyuri hosts 2 O’Clock Date for FM4U Family Day

Radio appearancesMBC / Yoon Do-hyun’s 2 O’Clock Date

KARA members appearing：Gyuri

Gyuri and Shindong filled in on 2 O’Clock Date for MBC FM4U Family Day, when presenters swapped programmes. This was a special hosting appearance, not a regular appointment.

Happy Together 3: An idol special with 2AM

TV appearanceKBS2 / Happy Together 3

KARA appeared with 2AM and Jun Hyun-moo, sharing stories about living together and their members’ sleeping habits.

Happy Together 3: The idol special continues

TV appearanceKBS2 / Happy Together 3

The second part of the KARA and 2AM special. A 10 December report explicitly identifies the 9 December broadcast, all five members and Gyuri’s discussion of high heels.

Show! Music Core #238: “Jumping” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “Jumping” on MBC's Show! Music Core.

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed ジャンピン / ミスター.

Top newcomer sales in their Japanese debut year

In the year of their Japanese debut, KARA ranked first in Oricon's newcomer sales category. They also topped RecoChoku's annual newcomer artist Chaku-Uta Full category, showing support for both CDs and mobile music downloads.

Ministerial recognition for contributions to Hallyu

KARA received a Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism commendation at Seoul’s Content Industry New Year Gathering for helping spread Hallyu as their work in Japan expanded.

Their starring drama URAKARA premieres

TV programme recordTV Tokyo / URAKARA

URAKARA began airing in TV Tokyo's Drama 24 slot, with “Ima, Okuritai ‘Arigatou’” as its theme song. Alongside their music releases, the members also appeared for Japanese audiences in a continuing television drama.

TBC: “Kirei wa, TBC kara”

The five members fronted TBC’s campaign the year after their Japanese debut. “Jet Coaster Love” accompanied a dance-led TV commercial, alongside outdoor advertising.

KARA BEST CLIPS connects Korean and Japanese videos

The first BEST CLIPS DVD combined Korean videos from “Rock U” through “LUPIN” with Japanese “Mister” and “Jumpin’,” as well as Korean “JUMPING.” The limited edition added the five members discussing their older videos.

Palty: “Awa KARA Debut”

KARA joined Tsubasa Masuwaka in a foam hair-colour commercial. Dressed in white, the five members performed “Girls Be Ambitious!” with choreography incorporating a stirring motion.

First weekly No. 1 with “Jet Coaster Love”

KARA released their third Japanese single, “Jet Coaster Love,” earning their first No. 1 on Oricon's weekly singles chart. It also included URAKARA's theme song, “Ima, Okuritai ‘Arigatou’,” connecting their activities in Japan through one release.

Strong Heart #78: Stories from Japanese activities

TV appearanceSBS / Strong Heart

KARA appeared in the second part of the special. Seungyeon discussed a hospital stay, while Gyuri reflected on a family memory connected with their Japanese showcase.

Back on Korea’s big stage at Dream Concert

ソウル · ソウルW杯競技場

After agreement over the contract dispute, KARA returned to a Korean concert stage with “Lupin” and “Jumping” at Seoul World Cup Stadium. Hara also co-hosted the event with Kim Hee-chul and Song Joong-ki.

June 11 becomes KAMILIA DAY

ソウル · 蚕室室内体育館

At 6 p.m. on June 11, 2011, Gyuri, Seungyeon, Nicole, Hara and Jiyoung held the free “What We Want to Say Now” fan meeting at Seoul’s Jamsil Arena. They thanked KAMILIA for waiting, renewed their commitment to continue together, and designated June 11 KAMILIA DAY. Hit songs, new stage performances, playful video segments and tears over KAMILIA messages made the event a shared moment of renewed resolve for KARA and KAMILIA.

LG Optimus bright and “GO GO Summer!”

All five members appeared in LG’s smartphone campaign. The “Minivan” and “Dance” films were shot in Phuket, Thailand, with the summer single “GO GO Summer!”

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed ジェットコースターラブ / GO GO サマー！.

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed GO GO サマー！.

Running Man #49: Hara in the protect-the-queen race

TV appearanceSBS / Running Man

Hara guest-starred with Noh Sa-yeon in the protect-the-queen race, completing missions with her bodyguard team around Seoul’s Dream Forest and other locations.

“GO GO Summer!” reaches television commercials

KARA released the summer single “GO GO Summer!” Its title track accompanied an LG Electronics smartphone commercial featuring the members. “Girls Be Ambitious!” also appeared in a Dariya Palty commercial, expanding the places where audiences could hear their music.

Outdoor LOVE-1 FESTIVAL in Chiba

千葉 · 千葉ポートパーク野外特設会場

KARA joined FTISLAND, 4Minute, SUPERNOVA and others at the outdoor LOVE-1 FESTIVAL in Chiba Port Park. The organizer’s post-event release recorded around 20,000 attendees and reported the event’s support activities.

Paris visit for fragrance development and photography

パリ

KARA visited Paris for fragrance development and photography. Jiyoung later recalled how all five members selected a scent together, a process that led to the K5J fragrance presented the following year.

What We Want to Tell You fan meeting in Yokohama

横浜 · 横浜アリーナ

At Yokohama Arena, KARA JAPAN COME BACK 2011 brought KAMILIA together for songs, conversation and messages of thanks. Invited KAMILIA-club members had purchased “GO GO Summer!”; footage later appeared in BEST CLIPS II & Shows.

Meeting international KAMILIA at Incheon Korean Music Wave

仁川 · 仁川文鶴W杯競技場

KARA joined nineteen acts at Incheon Korean Music Wave at Munhak World Cup Stadium. Organized by the city and its tourism body, the concert welcomed international visitors alongside Korean KAMILIA during KARA’s expanding Japanese activities.

Hongcho’s “Bi BODY” Japanese commercial

The five members appeared in the Japanese campaign for Korean drink Hongcho. After a launch event in red-and-white costumes, the “Bi BODY” film began airing in Kanto, Tokai and Kinki on August 29.

STEP, their third Korean album

KARA released their third Korean album, STEP. Its title track, an uptempo dance song sung entirely in Korean, was also distributed in Japan. It became a defining song of a period when they were releasing music in Korea and Japan in parallel.

STEP showcase looks toward the next stage

ソウル · SBS公開ホール（登村洞）

KARA held the third-album showcase at SBS Open Hall in Deungchon-dong. Alongside the new performances, the press conference included their wish to perform at Tokyo Dome—a goal realized roughly sixteen months later.

Happy Together 3: The uncle-fan special

TV appearanceKBS2 / Happy Together 3

KARA appeared with Son Byung-ho and other guests, discussing airport fashion, their stay in France and life in their shared accommodation.

Star King #234: Four members in the 30-second show special

TV appearanceSBS / Star King

The official panel list includes Gyuri, Seungyeon, Nicole and Hara in the second 30-second show special.

Gyuri’s departure from Shimshimtapa announced

Radio appearancesMBC / Shindong and Park Gyuri’s Shimshimtapa

KARA members appearing：Gyuri

Her agency announced her departure as a Shimshimtapa DJ after about one year and five months to focus on overseas work and musicals. The final broadcast was announced for October 2.

“STEP” becomes the first Korean-language song to top RecoChoku's weekly chart

“STEP” reached No. 1 on RecoChoku's weekly Chaku-Uta ringtone chart. It gained support after its September 21 download release, becoming the first song sung entirely in Korean to top that chart and showing growing interest beyond Japanese-language versions.

KARA’s Boom’s Young Street clip published

Radio appearancesSBS / Boom’s Young Street

SBS released a radio clip celebrating KARA’s number-one win. The date is the video’s publication date in Korea.

Kia Pride: five-member online campaign

The five members featured in online advertising for the new Kia Pride. Comic scenes built around their different personalities introduced the car’s features.

Taiwan editions of STEP released

Warner released Taiwan editions of STEP, including a CD+DVD edition with a photo and lyric booklet and Chinese-subtitled video. The Korean album was packaged specifically for local listeners.

Show! Music Core #279: “STEP” performance

TV appearanceMBC / Show! Music Core

KARA performed “STEP” on MBC's Show! Music Core.

Music Station — TV appearance

TV appearanceTV Asahi / Music Station

TV Asahi: Music Station. Performed ウィンターマジック.

PON!: appearance or broadcast announcement

Appearance / broadcast announcementNippon TV / PON!

Official information lists a recorded comment for 2011-10-18. Independent evidence of the actual broadcast has not been found; this entry documents the announcement.

Mezamashi TV: appearance or broadcast announcement

Appearance / broadcast announcementFuji TV / Mezamashi TV

Official information lists an interview for 2011-10-18. Independent evidence of the actual broadcast has not been found; this entry documents the announcement.

Morning Bird: appearance or broadcast announcement

Appearance / broadcast announcementTV Asahi / Morning Bird

Official information lists an interview for 2011-10-18. Independent evidence of the actual broadcast has not been found; this entry documents the announcement.

ZIP! — TV appearance

TV appearanceNippon TV / ZIP!

In SHOWBIZ Culture, Erika Tokushima interviewed KARA about Japanese expressions they had recently learned. ZIP! described the segment in its official post that morning.

“Winter Magic,” an autumn–winter single

KARA released “Winter Magic,” with “Whisper” as its B-side. Following the summer release “GO GO Summer!,” they brought listeners new music with the changing season. First editions also included the music video and behind-the-scenes footage from its shoot.

Tensai! Shimura Dobutsuen — TV appearance

TV programme recordNippon TV / Tensai! Shimura Dobutsuen

Nippon TV: Tensai! Shimura Dobutsuen. Appearance.

MUSIC JAPAN — TV appearance

TV programme recordNHK / MUSIC JAPAN

NHK General TV: MUSIC JAPAN. Appearance.

Music Lovers — TV appearance

TV programme recordNippon TV / Music Lovers

Nippon TV: Music Lovers. Recorded comment appearance.

Sukkiri!!: appearance or broadcast announcement

Appearance / broadcast announcementNippon TV / Sukkiri!!

Official information lists an appearance or broadcast for 2011-10-25. Independent evidence of the actual broadcast has not been found; this entry documents the announcement.

Ichiban Song SHOW — TV appearance

TV appearanceNippon TV / Ichiban Song SHOW

Nippon TV: Ichiban Song SHOW. Appearance.

HEY!HEY!HEY! — TV appearance

TV appearanceFuji TV / HEY!HEY!HEY!

Fuji TV: HEY!HEY!HEY!. Appearance.

Yoshimoto Shinkigeki: stage appearance and TV announcement

TV appearance毎日放送 / Yoshimoto Shinkigeki

Yoshimoto’s report confirms the five members’ surprise appearance in Shiawase no Kiiroi Jumper at Namba Grand Kagetsu on 23 October. It announces an MBS broadcast for 12 November, 12:54–13:54; the stage appearance is confirmed separately from that television schedule.

K-POP Music Fest in Sydney

シドニー · ANZ Stadium

KARA appeared at the 2011 K-POP Music Fest in Sydney at ANZ Stadium. TBS's recording archive lists their performances of STEP, Mister and Lupin, documenting a group appearance in Oceania.

MJ presents KARA Special — TV appearance

TV appearanceNHK / MUSIC JAPAN

NHK General’s roughly 50-minute KARA special combined earlier MUSIC JAPAN appearances, live footage and backstage scenes with studio conversations by the five members. The November 16 late-night listing falls on November 17 by calendar date.

Sukkiri!! — TV appearance

TV appearanceNippon TV / Sukkiri!!

KARA took part in the WE News celebrity bowling segment. A viewing report posted at 23:17 that day identifies both the date and the bowling feature, corroborating the label’s announcement.

Super Girl also tops the weekly album chart

KARA released their second original Japanese album, Super Girl, which reached No. 1 on Oricon's weekly albums chart. It included that year's singles “Jet Coaster Love,” “GO GO Summer!,” and “Winter Magic.”

Best Hits Kayosai 2011 — TV appearance

TV appearance読売テレビ / Best Hits Kayosai

Yomiuri TV: Best Hits Kayosai 2011. Appearance.

Mecha-Mecha Iketeru! — TV appearance

TV appearanceFuji TV / Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!

KARA appeared in the Shibuya edition of Chikaku e Ikitai. A contemporary viewing account documents the Tower Records scene, supplementing the label announcement and 26 November programme listing.

Kayou Surprise — TV appearance

TV programme recordNippon TV / Kayou Surprise

Nippon TV: Kayou Surprise. Appearance.

Nationwide FamilyMart campaign

FamilyMart featured KARA in its nationwide Let’s Party campaign from November 29 to December 26, with member-related prizes. The retailer’s release documents the group’s presence in Japanese retail promotion alongside records and concerts.