“Mokpo Prince” Explained: Why It’s Trending After NCT WISH’s Japan Tour Merch Drop

When “Mokpo Prince” shot up to #3 on Korea’s trending list, fans knew exactly who everyone meant: Sion of NCT WISH.

The buzz flared up right after the group unveiled merchandise for their 1st Concert Tour “Our WISH” in Japan—and with it, a fresh wave of inside jokes, hometown pride, and cute nods that fans love to collect.

What’s the story behind the “Mokpo Prince”?

I want to call you mokpo prince to tease you and see your cutieful complain 😆 #시온 #SION #NCTWISH #엔시티위시

♬ original sound – Jeon_BORA💜🐋 – BORA

Sion’s roots are in Mokpo, and fans have long leaned into that identity with affectionate tags like “Mokpo Prince,” celebrating his gentlemanly visuals and leader aura.

Early fan chats and profiles often highlighted his roots, and over time, the community started calling him “Mokpo Prince”—a playful way to capture his polished visuals, calm leader energy, and the quietly regal way he carries himself on stage.

The name stuck because it feels true: he’s dependable without being loud, elegant without trying, and just a little bit old-school charming.

NCT WISH 1st CONCERT TOUR in JAPAN Official Merch

『NCT WISH 1st CONCERT TOUR INTO THE WISH : Our WISH in JAPAN』のグッズ販売が決定しました！
メンバーカラーのT-shirtやフリンジ付きマフラータオルをはじめNCT WISHのキャラクターを使用したミラーキーホルダーやエコバッグなどツアーをより一層楽しめるラインナップをご用意いたしました🩵🪽… pic.twitter.com/Yq25bRsqz4

— NCT_OFFICIAL_JP (@NCT_OFFICIAL_JP) October 27, 2025

The new Japan tour merch brought that identity back into the spotlight.

Whenever official drops line up with member lore—birthplaces, signature colors, little symbols—fans turn those details into conversation starters, captions, and yes, trending tags.

Final Thoughts

🌷Mokpo prince
🐿Like my life let's go slowly
⭐️Dancing cat
🌳Want to be the best singer
🦭My ryotese
🥐I'll go faster than the wind pic.twitter.com/L1ocCwxsac

— chris🍀 | 정祐천乐ᴺᶜᵀ (@woozenniee) October 27, 2025

If you’re new to NCT WISH, think of “Mokpo Prince” as fan shorthand.

It’s not an official title; it’s a love letter in nickname form—one that celebrates where Sion comes from and how he makes people feel when he performs.

And that’s the magic of fandom: a hometown becomes a headline, a leader’s presence becomes a story, and a small phrase turns into a nationwide trend the moment new merch gives everyone a reason to talk about it again.