Korean Actor Cho Byeong Kyu Opens Official Fan Club 'Arta club' on Fanicon

THECOO Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Masato Taira; Stock Code: 4255) announced the launch of the official fan community 'Arta club' for popular Korean actor Cho Byeong Kyu on its membership-based fan community platform 'Fanicon' on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM JST.

'Fanicon' is a membership-based fan community app that aims to enhance the 'oshi-katsu' (fan activity) experience by fostering engagement between talents, artists, and influencers (referred to as 'icons') and their core fans.

Furthermore, the Japanese fan meeting 'CHO BYEONG KYU 2026 JAPAN FAN MEETING -Welcome to CAFÉ BK-' has been scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, 2026, at PLUSWIN HALL OSAKA in Osaka. General ticket sales (first-come, first-served) will commence on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM JST via eplus.

◆ Community Overview

Arta club (Monthly Fee: ¥1,000)

▼ Content Details ▼

- Live streaming, radio (partially archived)
- Member-exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and videos
- Scratch events
- Group chats
- Digital membership card
- Early ticket access (planned)
- Member-exclusive merchandise (planned)
- Member-exclusive events (planned)

We plan to offer a variety of content for everyone to enjoy!

◆ Special Campaign for First-Time Members! ◆

As a special campaign for first-time members, we will present a benefit to the following eligible individuals!

＜Eligible Participants＞

Those who join 'Arta club' from its opening until Friday, July 31, 2026.

＜Benefit Details＞

Three winners, selected by lottery, will receive a 1:1 video call directly from Cho Byeong Kyu himself using Fanicon's 1:1 video call feature.

◆ Download Information ◆

App Name: Fanicon

Supported Devices: iPhone / Android

Availability: App Store / Google Play

URL: https://fanicon.net/fancommunities/7242

◆ Cho Byeong Kyu Profile ◆

Born on April 23, 1996. He debuted in 2015 with the drama 'Who Are You—School 2015—'. Subsequently, he steadily built his career by playing supporting and child roles in numerous popular works such as 'Beautiful Mind,' 'The K2,' 'Seven Day Queen,' and 'Money Flower.'

In 2018, he delivered a standout performance as Cha Ki-joon in the hit drama 'SKY Castle.' He followed this with an appearance in the drama 'Stove League,' consecutively appearing in hit productions.

In 2020, his first leading role in the Netflix drama 'The Uncanny Counter' became a record-breaking hit. It surpassed the highest viewership ratings since the channel's inception, earning him a large global fanbase and a major breakthrough. He reprised his leading role in Season 2 in 2023, meeting fans' expectations.

Recently, his starring film 'BOY' was selected for international film festivals, solidifying his position as a prolific actor who seamlessly navigates both drama and film.

■ About Fanicon

Fanicon is gaining popularity as a tool that strongly supports 'oshi-katsu,' which serves as a source of emotional support for many. The total number of paying members across all icons exceeds 345,000.

With the concept '“With fan, More fun” A fan community connecting you and your fans,' we are committed to strongly supporting communication between icons and their fans.

Official Page: https://service.fanicon.net/

Official Media: https://service.fanicon.net/fanimedia

■ About THECOO Inc.

Since its founding in January 2014, THECOO Inc. has operated under the motto 'Challenging the impossible.' The company provides the 'Fan Business Platform Business,' which includes the membership-based fan community platform 'Fanicon' for general users, and the 'Digital Marketing Business,' which supports marketing initiatives using influencers and provides online advertising consulting for client companies. As a platformer focusing on 'individuals' within the entertainment market, THECOO is dedicated to building a win-win-win ecosystem connecting clients (advertisers), users (fans), and influencers (icons).

■ Company Overview

Company Name: THECOO Inc.

Representative: Masato Taira, Representative Director and CEO

Location: Sumitomo Fudosan Harajuku Building 11F, 2-34-17 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Established: January 20, 2014

URL: https://thecoo.co.jp