Japanese Students’ Energetic Dance To ‘APT’ In Classroom Goes Viral; Internet Loves It

Japanese Students’ Energetic Dance To ‘APT’ In Classroom Goes Viral; Internet Loves It

Classroom viral video: A famous Instagram video of Japanese students dancing energetically in their classroom to a hit song called "APT" has gone viral, garnering more than 71 million views.

Sakshi GuptaUpdated: Sunday, March 30, 2025, 03:22 PM IST
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Classroom viral video | Instagram (eat_jinjin_dc)

Viral Video: A famous Instagram video of Japanese students dancing energetically in their classroom to a hit song called "APT" has gone viral, garnering more than 71 million views. Captured at Kawanoe High School in Shikokuchuo, Japan, the video shows students giving a coordinated but boisterous performance while their instructor pays attention towards the blackboard. ​

Kawanoe High School's viral video shows students deftly hitting choreographed moves, showing both the students' excitement and the global popularity of doing "APT." Individual or group "dance" videos to trending songs have been a pattern across peoples and places, where these videos are also posted on social media platforms as a means to show creativity and cultural expressions. ​

The massive reaction to the video shows the power of music and dance to unite us — and to reach people of all kinds. It also reflects how social media has enabled local manifestations to shift to a global stage, creating a common appreciation of different genres of art. ​

The performance's ongoing popularity and recognition are a testament to the enduring power of collaborative musical works like "APT" and the unquenchable enthusiasm of young performers everywhere.

Netizens reaction

Many users filled the comment section with lots of praising comments. One user said, "Outstanding student’s performance ishttayavar undo." Another user said, "Classic." A third user said, "Cool."

About APT

APT, by New Zealand-South Korean singer Rose and American artist Bruno Mars, became a smash hit after its 2024 debut. The "APT" in the game has two meanings: "Apartment" and "Apateu," the name of a drinking game popular among Korean students. Its catchy rhythm and infectious beat have led to many different dance versions around the world. ​

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