B1A4 announces Japanese debut, strikes deal with Pony Canyon

Although it hasn't been too long since their Korean debut, rookie group B1A4 has just announced that they'll be extending their act into Japan with an official overseas debut! "B1A4 has struck a deal with Japan's Pony Canyon," revealed an industry representative. Pony Canyon is a company under Japanese media giant Fujisankei Communications Group, and is also the current management for Hallyu star Jang Geun Suk. "We're very proud that they are going into Japan so shortly after their debut." A representative from Pony Canyon stated,�"We were struck by their debut album, which featured high-quality music, smooth choreography, and instinctive fashion." They continued,�"Although they are rookies, we struck a deal based on their future potential as the best Hallyu stars. Jang Geun Suk was also complimented B1A4 on their future potential." B1A4 is scheduled to kick-start their Japanese activities with their first showcase, to be held on December 9th at the Sinagawa Stellar Ball in the heart of Tokyo. They will release their Japanese album in January of 2012. Stay tuned for more updates! Source: TV Report via Nate