The Bomb Idol? Sakura (Le Sserafim) surprises fans by wearing Reze's necklace from Chainsaw Man

K-Pop superstar Sakura Miyawakimember of the group LE SSERAFIMhas gone viral again. But this time it was not because of a presentation, nor because of his charisma on stage, but because of a unexpected detail in her outfit that the most observant fans detected instantly.

In a recent video shared on social networks, Sakura appears with a black choker with a metal ring in the center. At first glance it might seem like just another fashion accessory, but fans of the anime immediately recognized the reference: It's the same necklace that Reze wears.the “Bomb Demon” of Chainsaw Man.

What seemed like a simple style choice quickly transformed into a explosive cultural crossover between K-Pop and anime.

The Unexpected Crossover: What is that necklace?

For those who are not familiar with Chainsaw Man, Pray He is one of the most iconic figures in manga and anime. Its characteristic choker with central ring It is not only an aesthetic accessory, but a symbolic part of your design. In the story, this necklace represents the “pin” that activates his explosive powers, similar to the ring on a grenade.

The fact that sakura using an almost identical replica did not go unnoticed. The precision of detail, from the type of leather to the position of the ring, is such that It doesn't seem like a coincidence.

On networks, fans commented that only someone who really knows the character would choose such a specific accessory. Within hours, the hashtag #SakuraReze began to circulate among fan communities of both LE SSERAFIM as of Chainsaw Mangenerating thousands of comments and fanarts that merged both universes.

Is Sakura Miyawaki a fan of anime?

Although this connection may seem surprising to some, veteran fans of sakurathe FEARNOTofficial fandom name of LE SSERAFIMthey know that his love for otaku culture is not new.

Since his days as a member of IZ*ONE, sakura He has openly spoken about his passion for anime and video games. In interviews, he mentioned being a fan of Hunter x Hunter, One Piece and Attack on Titan. He has even participated in video game streams where he showed off his impressive skill in Apex Legendswith a level close to competitive.

Therefore, see sakura wear an accessory Chainsaw Man Not only does it fit her personality, but it reinforces her authenticity as an idol who does not hide her tastes.. In an environment where K-Pop stars tend to carefully take care of every detail of their image, Sakura has built a special connection with her fans precisely by appearing genuine.

The “Reze Effect”: The power of an icon

Choosing the necklace does not come at any time. The character of Pray is experiencing a global renaissance thanks to recent “Bomb Arc” movieofficial adaptation of his story in the manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto.
The film has been acclaimed for its tragic tone and impeccable animation, which fueled a boom of interest in Reze as a symbol of strength, mystery and sensuality.

In parallel, fashion inspired by anime characters, especially those with dark or rebellious aesthetics, is booming in the Korean scene. Gothic necklaces, chain belts and garments with visual nods to manga have appeared in fashion editorials and idol shoots such as hyunjin (Stray Kids) or Karina (aespa).

That sakura adopt the Reze necklace in full wave of popularity not only demonstrates its attention to trends, but also how the anime has naturally merged with K-Pop. Two previously separate creative industries are now they mutually feed their aesthetics and narratives.

Verdict: A Culture Idol!

In conclusion, we love to see when two worlds as massive as K-Pop and Anime collide in this way. sakura of Le Sserafim proves once again that he has incredible taste (and that Pray is the 'Best Waifu' for many!).

What did you think of this crossover? Which other K-Pop idol is secretly a super anime fan? Leave us your opinion in the comments!