Published 2026.03.05
By Cely Editor
On Saturday, February 21, 2026, three Korean QWER fans (known as 'Bwuigame') visited various locations in Osaka to trace the footsteps of QWER's vocalist Xiaomin, who was previously a member of NMB48 before joining the K-pop group. The pilgrimage included stops at the maid café 'At Home' where Xiaomin worked, where staff were notably playing QWER's song 'Worried Addiction' (Gominjungnok). The fans also visited 'Café Anon,' her favorite spot for chocolate parfaits, and the NMB48 theater where she performed for several years. They completed their journey by dining at 'Wanaka,' a takoyaki chain that Xiaomin had strongly recommended during a recent concert. The article reflects on how this pilgrimage became more than just visiting famous locations; it became a meaningful experience of walking through peaceful Osaka streets with fellow fans. The writer also noted that Japan's well-developed regional culture contributes to strong local idol fandoms, with many older NMB48 fans having attended Xiaomin's recent QWER concert in Osaka rather than traveling to Korea to support her.
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