'Never Forgetting His Roots': Fans Praise BTS' Jin As He Revisits Iconic Restaurant From Training Days

BTS’ Jin recently visited Yoojung Sikdang, a restaurant that holds special memories for the group from their trainee days. Dressed in a Gucci tracksuit, his appearance sparked excitement among fans, who felt a wave of nostalgia. The restaurant, which was reportedly a favourite for the boys during their early days, remains close to the hearts of both BTS and their fans, especially due to the kind treatment they received from the owner.

Fans were thrilled by Jin’s visit and took to social media to express their admiration for the idol, who has stayed grounded despite his global fame. One fan on X highlighted this, saying, “Someone saw Seokjin eat in yujeong ssikdang, BTS’ fave restaurant to eat since trainee, wearing the Gucci tracksuit. a superstar that never forgets his roots.”

This sentiment resonated with many others, who praised Jin for staying true to the people and places that supported him during his early career. They also eagerly pointed out that his solo album debut was on the horizon.

“I am so happy to see him there visiting memories … and that reminds me of his album HAPPY that will be out 15/11 And the pre-release ‘I’ll be there’ out this weekend,” another fan shared.

Fans were also moved by the fact that BTS members still visit the restaurant owner, who played a role in their early journey. One fan expressed: “I’m just so happy that they still visit the old lady she is so nice to them back then.”

Imagining how surreal it would be to run into Jin at Yoojung Sikdang, another fan commented: “He revisits places and people that helped him to become who he is now. His school, this resto, the place near his military base in Run Jin, what next?”

The excitement surrounding Jin’s visit to the restaurant was also fueled by anticipation for his upcoming solo project. On October 16, BIGHIT MUSIC revealed the tracklist for Jin’s much-awaited album, HAPPY, which is set to release on November 15. The pre-release single I’ll Be There will drop on October 25.

The album consists of six tracks, including collaborations with well-known artists. The tracklist includes: Running Wild (featuring Gary Barlow), I’ll Be There, Another Level, Until I Reach You (featuring Taka and Toru), Heart On The Window (featuring Wendy), and In Longing. Fans are counting down the days to hear the new music and continue to celebrate Jin’s meaningful connections to his past.