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HYBE Latest — October 23, 2026

Selected October 23 updates: &TEAM announced four themed café locations and a Shinjuku campaign; BOYNEXTDOOR’s Universal Studios Japan video was published; and ILLIT announced BREAK EVEN retail events and merchandise preorders.

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Here’s your roundup covering October 23, 2026 news. We’re checking in with &TEAM, BOYNEXTDOOR and ILLIT. &TEAM announced four cafés, with Shinjuku opening November 12. Its separate Shinjuku campaign runs November 12 to December 25. BOYNEXTDOOR’s October 23 video features Universal Studios Japan. The park is credited for filming cooperation. ILLIT’s BREAK EVEN retail promotion starts October 27 in Japan. Eligible CDs receive random photocards, while supplies last. Designated promotion pages are required for HMV and Amazon online orders. ILLIT’s Japan-only merchandise preorders start October 26, with limited stock. Shipping is planned from mid-December. Check the original notices for store dates, eligibility and purchase limits.