KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 14 -- Malaysia has become a sought-after destination for international music artists, and Japanese acts are high on that list.

Following their performances at the Cos-Mic 2025 event last month, several Japanese artists shared their heartfelt and sometimes surprising impressions of Malaysia in an interview with Malay Mail, praising everything from the food to the fans.

HAG: A welcoming crowd

For the duo HAG, known for channelling themes of teenage angst, it was their Malaysian debut.

Vocalist Chiho was touched by the warm reception, noting even though many in the audience may not have been familiar with HAG, Malaysians were "very welcoming and showed passion" for their music.

Her bandmate, guitarist Yuta, observed t...