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| Membership Reopens, But No Concert Access: Arashi’s Final Year Begins |
— Newbies welcome ‘til Nov 2025, but no concert perks this round
Japanese supergroup Arashi has flung open the doors of their official fan club once more — but it’s bittersweet news, as the group also confirmed the entire fan club will officially wind down by the end of May 2026.
The announcement was quietly posted on 2 June via the Johnny’s Family Club website, catching many fans off guard. After all, Arashi had previously paused new sign-ups to prioritise current members ahead of their final concert tour in spring 2026 — a tour that will mark the official end of their group activities (for now, at least).
In a heartfelt message, the group apologised for the sudden update but explained the reasoning behind the re-opening: to give those who’ve supported them from afar a final shot at becoming part of the community, even if just for the closing chapter.
🗓️ New registrations will be accepted until 30 November 2025, with a flat membership fee of ¥3,000 (plus a ¥1,000 enrolment fee and ¥140 admin charge).
⚠️ But there’s a catch: new members won’t be eligible to apply for concert tickets or get birthday cards.
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Still, there's a decent list of perks for those joining late. New members can look forward to:
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An official membership card (the real deal!)
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Exclusive newsletters and member-only videos
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Entry access to the Family Club exhibit space
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Eligibility for media programme collaboration applications
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Message board email updates
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Some discounts for Family Club Online ticketed content
So, while you won’t be waving your penlight in person at their final shows, you’ll still be looped into the legacy — a nice option for those who just want to be part of the moment before the curtain closes.
This move follows Arashi’s formal announcement last month that their activities as a group will come to a close after their 2026 tour. The fan club, long considered one of the most dedicated in Japan’s entertainment scene, has played a huge part in building and preserving their connection with fans throughout the years.
And now, with just under a year to go until everything wraps up, this final invitation feels like a farewell letter with a membership card tucked inside.