Overview
- BigHit Music revealed ARIRANG as BTS’s fifth album, marking the group’s first major release since members completed mandatory military service.
- The release is set for mid-March, with BigHit and U.S. retail materials citing March 20 KST while another outlet reports March 19 pending final confirmation.
- Global preorders begin Jan. 16 at 11:00 a.m. KST, with availability through Weverse Shop, Korean and Japanese music retailers, and major streaming platforms worldwide.
- Coverage details a broad rollout featuring 16 versions including physical albums, vinyl and a special box set with photobooks, photocards and other collectibles.
- Target announced exclusive preorders offering ten vinyl editions and two CD versions with collectible photo cards as BTS readies a 2026–27 world tour.