TWICE continues to dominate the Japanese market with a fresh platinum certification. The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) awarded the group platinum status for streaming, adding to their growing list of accolades in Japan. The certification marks yet another milestone for TWICE in one of their key overseas markets, where they've built a dedicated fanbase over the years.

Meanwhile, TWICE's influence on the next generation of K-pop artists is on full display. JYP Entertainment's rookie boy group KickFlip recently released a dance practice video covering TWICE's "Dance The Night Away," showing off their take on the infectious track. The video, dropped on August 19, captures KickFlip in a playful mood—the group leans into their cute appeal with plenty of aegyo throughout the performance, giving the cover its own personality while staying true to the original's fun energy.

KickFlip had previously performed this cover at the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer earlier in the month, but the practice video gives fans an up-close look at the group's chemistry and their lighter side. The cover highlights how "Dance The Night Away" remains a go-to track for artists looking to capture that bright, summer energy TWICE perfected when they released it back in 2018.

For TWICE, the Japan platinum certification is part of a larger pattern of success in the region. The RIAJ's streaming certification system, introduced in 2020, measures chart performance and listener engagement for digital streams—a metric that has become increasingly important as the music industry shifts toward streaming platforms. TWICE's continued certifications show the group's enduring appeal across multiple formats and markets, cementing their status as one of K-pop's most consistent global acts.

Both developments underscore TWICE's lasting influence: established groups like them continue racking up achievements, while newer acts like KickFlip look to their playbook for inspiration and creative direction.