Every once in a while, MTV Iggy throws a super secret live show, 
inviting lucky fans to a private performance 
by the most exciting artists from around the world.

On November 20th, we presented the Japanese superstar 
Jin Akanishi live in our Times Square studio in New York City. 
His live performance was broadcast simultaneously 
on the MTV jumbo-tron outside the studio…and wow, did it draw a crowd!! 
Some people were fans who heard about the show, 
and others were passing by and stopped to watch the J-pop sensation’s mesmerizing moves.

What happened during the day? Stay tuned for the live performance video, 
behind the scenes footage, slideshows, interviews, and much much more. 
But until then, here’s a sneak peek at Jin’s day with MTV Iggy —  
from our first meeting at Jin’s hotel to his final performance!

Did we mention he was funny? 
He made our camera guy start laughing before they even got into the car!

Never mind rehearsal — Jin takes a quick coffee break while going through the setlist.

His friendly nature was apparent throughout the day and the backup dancers 
even got away with teasing him by dropping a water bottle in his hood. 
Here, Jin and the dancers debate fist pounds versus peace signs:

With the cameras almost ready to roll, Jin takes a minute to relax:

It’s almost time for the show! This is what it looked like on the street as fans took over three sidewalks 
in Times Square just to watch Jin’s performance on the MTV jumbo-tron outside the studio. 
Some even traveled all the way from Japan!

Jin quickly flipped the switch for his alter-ego, Aquaneesha, and got ready to take the stage for MTV Iggy:

With backup dancers echoing his every move, the J-Pop star tore up the stage 
with a performance that had everyone inside (and outside!) the studio dancing along:

During the interview segment with host Angela Sun, 
Jin answered the questions thoughtfully and was occasionally really silly. 
(He even mentioned that he missed his family, awww.)

A few lucky audience members got to ask questions too. What would you have asked him?

Are you wondering “is this IT?!!” Of course not, silly! 
This is just the tiniest, sneakiest taste of the mega day 
we spent with the J-pop megastar…stay tuned to MTV Iggy for LOTS more.