Due to the skyrocketing influence of K-pop and hallyu around the world, Being a K-pop idols are not limited to South Korean nationalities only; but in fact, foreign artists such as Japanese are also ruling the game.
Japanese girls in the K-pop scene have been noted to achieve a spotlight despite being foreigners.This is just a proof that the music genre of K-pop is not limited for Koreans only, but is a genre that the mainstream can also explore, and eventually, giving them the opportunity to enter the K-pop industry.
With proper training, these ladies have claimed a seat on their journey to achieving their aspirations as KPOP idols who are now rocking the industry with their fame.
(IZ*ONE)Nako
The 19-year old Japanese ballerina and vocalist ranked 6th during the Produce 48 reality survival show but it took her 4 years and 10 months of training before she was officially launched. She admitted that she admires TWICE Jihyo a lot.
(NATURE)Haru
Another Japanese in the KPOP scene is Haru who is also skilled in dance sport and actually won 3 different competitions. She looks up to TWICE Momo as her role model.
(IZ*ONE) Sakura
Admittedly, Japanese girl, Sakura has these mesmerizing visuals. However, she did not slay the stage in a flash, as it took her six years and 11 months to become one. She is IZ*ONE's vocalist, visual, and rapper.
(TWICE) Mina
Recently hailed as one of the beautiful women in the world according to a survey, Mina proved everyone that being Japanese will never hinder her from owning a spot in the KPOP scene. She was actually from Texas but moved to the home of the rising sun (Japan)while she was a toddler. She is also a great ballet dancer.
(TWICE) Sana
Another TWICE member hailed from Japan is Sana. She actually went shopping when JYP Entertainment noticed her and eventually passed the audition in 2012.
(CHERRY BULLET) Remi
DoReMi is her nickname and this rookie idol is actually a cousin of Sana of Twice. She is a great dancer and was lauded for her dance cover of TWICE's 'More and More."
(TWICE) Momo
It all started when the Japanese girl Momo and her sister were scouted by her label through a dance video. Although her sister did not move further, she grabbed the opportunity of owning her stardom. She is now currently dating another male idol, Kim Heechul of Super Junior.
(IZ*ONE) Hitomi
Another IZ*ONE on the list is Hitomi. She is the lead dancer, rapper and vocalist of her group. She was a trainee for more than four years. Aside from singing and dancing, she is also good at basketball and a certified cheerleader.
(Cherry Bullet) May
The beautiful May has been noted for her gorgeousness and height. She is even ranked as one of the tallest female idols who are currently active. Surprisingly, she is the mankae of Cherry Bullet as she is turning 17 in the coming months.
Aside from Japanese, other nationalities such as Thai and Chinese have been dominating the KPOP world. One example is BLACKPINK's Lisa and Secret Number's Dita. This proves that the KPOP industry is breaking barriers when it comes to scouting exemplary talents in the world.
