Japanese Celebs Adopt Korean Styling…But Netizens Have Mixed Responses

Japanese hosts are taking on a new look. Ditching the hairstyles below that were once the most popular look in Japan, they are now opting for a trendier look.

They are incorporating a more popular style based on trends from Korea.

Hairstyles popularized by K-Pop idols, like the perms shown below, are all the rage.

Additionally, they’re trying out a modern fashion style that ranges from suits to casual clothes.

Netizens had mixed thoughts on the end results — Many thought the end result was a big improvement, however, there were still some changes that could be made to polish the style.

Netizens shared their thoughts in the comments.

• “The first hairstyle seems like it would be tougher to style.”
• “They tried hard, but it still has a strong Japanese vibe.”
• “As expected, hairstyle is important.”
• “It’s surprising that there is demand for the first one.”
• “Wow, much better than Japanese male idols.”
• “You can’t trust their photos; they edit them more than anyone else.”
• “They have some like this and some who aren’t like this. LOL It was like this in the past too.”
• “Yare yare~~”
• “Much better, Japanese guys.”
• “It is much better. LOL”

Check out more photos of the style below.