Summary of Japanese members who have been active or debuted in the K-POP scene
The K-pop scene has countless groups making it big worldwide, and it’s incredibly popular in Japan too!
Recently, there’s been a rise in Japan–Korea joint projects and auditions, and it’s no longer uncommon to see Japanese members selected for K-pop groups.
Seeing them, many fans may feel, “I want to support the Japanese artists working hard in the K-pop scene!”
So in this article, we’ll introduce all the Japanese members who are active in the K-pop world.
Let’s dive right in!
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- A J-POP song highly popular in South Korea [with a Korean-language cover too!]
- Hugely popular in Japan too! Ranking of Stray Kids’ most popular songs
- [List of New Korean Songs] Latest & Trending K-POP Roundup [May 2026]
- Cool Dance Moves! A Roundup of Popular Girl Idol Groups
- K-POP Popularity Rankings [2026]
- [K-POP] A Special Feature on Korean Artists’ Debut Songs: Iconic Tracks That Marked Their Start
- [Johnny's Medley] A selection of popular songs that continue to captivate many fans!
- Ranking of popular songs by IZ*ONE, a limited-time idol group
- Born from a mega-project! Ranking of ENHYPEN’s popular songs
- Trendy songs in South Korea: A roundup of hit songs
- Nothing but famous and hit songs! K-pop tracks recommended for Gen Z
- Today's recommendation! K-pop songs
Summary of Japanese Members Who Are Active or Have Debuted in the K-pop Scene (11–20)
Do It Like ThisSouru (P1Harmony)
P1Harmony, who debuted in 2020 under FNC Entertainment—the company that produced artists like CNBLUE and AOA—includes rapper Soul, the younger-brother figure to Cherry Bullet.
Born in 2003 to a Korean father and a Japanese mother, he’s a Korean-Japanese mixed heritage idol who drew attention for being from Japan.
Some say his facial expressions resemble SHINee’s Key.
Although known to have a quiet personality, he excels in martial arts and stands out for the coolness of his dance skills and choreography, which he has honed since childhood.
BAZOOKA!Miya (Kōen Shōjo)
Miya from GWSN, the first girl group launched by KIWI Media Group, is a Japanese member known within the group for her boyish look with short hair.
Alongside her mysterious charm, she also has strong dance skills, and she drew buzz from debut for being “too handsome.” In addition to dancing, she also handles rap, so she may occupy a role similar to Amber from SM’s group f(x), who was supported for her musicality and performance.
She’s the oldest in the team, but she leads the group with a freshness and energy that makes you forget it.
Oh MAMAMarin（Bling Bling）
Bling Bling debuted in 2020 as the first girl group from MAJOR9, a label known for powerhouse vocalists like BEN.
One of the two Japanese members is Marin.
Born in 2001 and hailing from Osaka, she leaves a striking impression with her cool, impactful presence as the main dancer.
She brings to mind TWICE’s Momo, partly because they both attended the same dance school, A-STAR artist actors studio.
It’s no surprise, as Marin was inspired by the audition program SIXTEEN.
Beyond her powerful dancing, she captivates with an oriental allure.
Hands UpRemi (Cherry Bullet)
Cherry Bullet is a girl group that debuted in 2019.
Remi, one of the Japanese members, was born in 2001 and serves as the main dancer.
She has experience belonging to Avex Proworks and became FNC Entertainment’s first Japanese trainee—an impressive achievement.
With her stylish dancing and charming expressions, Remi captivates audiences, and her love for Disney shines through.
She also plays the role of the group’s mood-maker.
I LOVE YOUHaruto (TUREJAA)
TREASURE is a large group from YG Entertainment that was born out of the survival show YG Treasure Box.
TREASURE is actually the first group from YG to include Japanese members! One of them, Haruto, is from Fukuoka and was born in 2004; in the group, he mainly handles the low-tone rap parts.
With his tall height and sweet looks, he enhances TREASURE’s smart yet cute charm.
His rap skills and performance ability are so impressive that even the CEO takes notice, and as he keeps refining them, he’s likely to become truly extraordinary!
Love So SweetMei (Cherry Bullet)
May, a Japanese member active in Cherry Bullet, was born in 2004.
She used to perform K-pop cover dances in a group called MRY-N✩, and moved to South Korea around the age of 13 to further hone her skills.
With her tall height of over 170 cm, she showcases stylish dancing as her strength and exudes a glamorous charm in Cherry Bullet as well.
Although she’s the youngest, she has a strikingly mature and elegant visual.
On the other hand, her vocals are characterized by a cute tone, and she has gradually been entrusted with more important parts.
She’s definitely someone to keep an eye on!
Summary of Japanese Members Who Are Active or Debuted in the K-POP Scene (21–30)
HOTLE SSERAFIM
LE SSERAFIM is a powerhouse five-member group produced by HYBE, a global music entertainment company.
Rooted in K-pop, their songs blend diverse musical styles such as pop and hip-hop, captivating listeners everywhere.
Since debuting in May 2022, the group has been making waves globally.
Their international acclaim continues to rise, with a confirmed appearance at the 2024 Coachella Festival.
Comprised of members from Japan and Korea, the group’s appeal lies in a lineup that allows each uniquely individual member to shine.
As leading artists of K-pop’s fourth generation, they are garnering attention for their commitment to powerful yet refined performances.
Continuing to take on new challenges on the global music stage, LE SSERAFIM’s charm transcends musical boundaries and resonates with a wide audience.
In conclusion
We’ve rounded up Japanese artists who are active on the K-pop scene. As the K-pop boom has spread, Japan–Korea joint projects and auditions have increased, and it’s no longer uncommon to see Japanese members being selected. Be sure to find your favorite member and take your time enjoying their songs and performances!