Koda Kumi brought sparkle, nostalgia, and high-energy performance to Best Hit 2025 on November 13, delivering a special collaborative stage that instantly became one of the night’s highlights.

The J-pop queen performed her beloved classic “Koi no Tsubomi”, this time joined by a vibrant squad of cheerleaders, transforming the TV performance into a festive, full-scale celebration of joy and positivity.

From the moment she stepped on stage, Kumi radiated charm—her vocals warm and steady, her presence playful yet perfectly polished. The cheerleaders added dynamic formations, colorful pom-pom choreography, and bright harmonies that elevated the track’s hopeful, spring-like energy.

The arrangement leaned into the song’s uplifting message, pairing its sweet melody with a visually rich performance full of smiles, synchronized moves, and youthful excitement. Viewers praised the collaboration online, calling it “the perfect blend of nostalgia and freshness”, “an instant mood-booster”, and “classic Kumi with a modern twist.”

With this performance, Koda Kumi once again proved her skill for transforming television stages into memorable, joy-filled spectacles—reaffirming why she remains one of Japan’s most versatile and enduring entertainers.