Jimin's 'Muse' certified gold by Japanese recording industry

K-pop boy group BTS Jimin / Courtesy of BigHit Music "Muse," the second solo album from Jimin of K-pop boy group BTS, has earned gold certification in Japan, the group's agency said Friday. The album, released on July 19, has achieved this recognition by exceeding 100,000 units in sales in the country as of July, according to BigHit Music. The Recording Industry Association of Japan awards certifications based on cumulative sales, with gold awarded at 100,000 units, platinum at 250,000 units, double platinum at 500,000 units and triple platinum at 750,000 units.

Last year, Jimin received platinum certification for his first solo album "Face." (Yonhap).