American superstar The Weeknd is currently spending time in Japan, and fans have quickly noticed that his trip includes some meaningful pop-culture moments. Among his outings, the singer was seen attending a Lady Gaga concert, enjoying the show as a fan while taking in Japan’s vibrant live music scene.
But for Michael Jackson fans, the highlight of his visit came with a stop that felt like stepping straight into MJ history.
A Visit to Sega with MJ Connections
While in Japan, The Weeknd visited the headquarters of Sega, the legendary video game company with long-standing ties to Michael Jackson. During the visit, he was photographed being shown Sega’s classic Michael Jackson video game Moonwalker, along with vintage promotional posters from the era.
Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker was originally released in 1990, becoming one of the most iconic music-inspired video games of its time. The game brought MJ’s signature style, dance moves, and music into arcades and home consoles, creating a unique fusion of pop culture and gaming that remains beloved today.
Seeing The Weeknd, one of today’s biggest global artists, revisiting that piece of MJ legacy was a full-circle moment that didn’t go unnoticed by fans.
Posing with Sonic, Just Like MJ
Adding another layer of nostalgia, The Weeknd also posed with Sonic the Hedgehog, Sega’s world-famous mascot. Longtime fans will remember that Michael Jackson himself had a friendly relationship with Sega during the early ’90s, and photos of him with Sonic became part of that era’s pop culture imagery.
Now, decades later, one of MJ’s most vocal musical admirers has recreated a similar moment, a subtle but meaningful tribute that connects generations of artists through shared inspiration.
An MJ Fan Through and Through
The Weeknd has never hidden his admiration for Michael Jackson. From vocal style to stage presence and visual storytelling, MJ’s influence has been evident throughout his career. His visit to Sega and interest in Moonwalker only reinforce what fans already know: this is an artist who deeply respects the King of Pop’s legacy, not just musically, but culturally.
Whether attending concerts or exploring pieces of entertainment history, The Weeknd’s Japan trip is turning into a memorable journey and for MJ fans, seeing him embrace another chapter of Michael Jackson history makes it even more special.
AloJapan.com