Launch alert: Onew’s first solo light stick opens today at 12 p.m. KST
The Onew solo light stick 2025 drops right on time for the holidays. After a playful animated teaser at midnight KST on December 22, SHINee’s leader officially starts pre-orders today, December 23, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. KST.
Fans can pre-order through January 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. KST via the official link. Stock is expected to be limited, so set alarms — 12 p.m. KST is 3 a.m. UTC.
“Onew also teased that his upcoming light stick will be released on December 23 at 12 p.m. KST.” — Soompi
What’s confirmed and where to buy
- On-sale moment: December 23, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. KST (set alarms; early sell-outs are likely).
- Official pre-order window: now through January 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. KST via the official link: https://bit.ly/49n6m6p.
- International help: Kfriday recommends its OFM (Order For Me) service for buyers facing language or payment barriers. Details: Kfriday.
- Alternative retailer: Cokodive lists a pre-order with a January 27, 2026 release and one photocard bonus, first-come, first-served: Cokodive.
- Heads-up: No separate agency/shop notice appears in our sources at the time of writing; information comes from Onew’s teaser and K-pop outlets like Soompi, Kfriday, and KpopAngel.
The teaser vibe and what it hints at
The animated preview feels warm, gentle, and a little cheeky — very Onew. It frames the light stick as a marker of his solo era while still nodding to SHINee roots.
Language about an “ocean of light” suggests a distinct color and glow that fans can bring to concerts and fan events. Full specs — materials, battery type, any app/sync support, and lighting modes — are slated for the 12 p.m. KST reveal. Pricing was not shown in the teaser, but recent official K-pop light sticks suggest a standard mid-range KRW price bracket.
Why this launch matters
- Milestone for Onew: His first official solo light stick helps cement a standalone brand identity alongside SHINee activities.
- For collectors: Another piece in the SHINee light stick collection. Fans are already considering how the solo stick will sit next to the iconic group version.
- Holiday timing: A December 23 release taps gift season and year-end shows, which could push first-week demand.
- Industry trend: Continues the rise of member-specific merch that treats solo activities as micro-brands within K-pop fandoms.
How to secure one (domestic vs. international)
- Official store (Korea): Go straight to the pre-order page at launch. Pre-orders close January 4, 2026.
- International workaround: Use Kfriday’s OFM to handle checkout and shipping if you can’t order directly. Note service fees and estimated delivery windows via Kfriday.
- Alternative retailer: Cokodive lists a January 27, 2026 release and includes one photocard. Quantities are marked “super limited.”
- Pro tip: Save your payment info, refresh at launch time, and remember time zones (12 p.m. KST = 3 a.m. UTC).
What fans are saying so far
Early comments on X/Twitter threads and Soompi’s post praise the “gentle” tone and call it “very Onew.” Others want clearer tech specs and brighter contrast in the final design. Collectors are lining up comparisons with the SHINee group stick and prior member items, while international fans on Kfriday ask about OFM shipping timelines and restocks.