Artist Profile
- Full Name: Hokazono Iroha
- Native Name: 外園 いろは (Hokazono Iroha), 이로하 (Iroha)
- Nicknames: Roha, Iroppongkopping, Roha-chan, Baby Chick
- Birthday: Feb 04, 2008 (17 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height/Weight: 158 cm (5’2″) / N/A
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- MBTI: INFJ
- Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan
- Nationality: Japanese
- Profession: Singer, Dancer
- Language Skills: Japanese, Korean
- Current Agency: Belift Lab (HYBE)
- Debut: Mar 25, 2024
- Years Active: 2024–present (2 years)
- Group: ILLIT
Iroha (born Hokazono Iroha on February 4, 2008) is a Japanese singer based in South Korea. She is a member of the girl group ILLIT under the label Belift Lab. Within the group, Iroha serves as the main dancer, sub-vocalist, and maknae (the youngest member).
Early life
Hokazono Iroha was born in Tokyo, Japan. She began dance training at an early age. At age 11, she moved to South Korea to become a trainee at JYP Entertainment. Following her departure from JYP Entertainment, she joined Belift Lab. In 2023, Hokazono participated in the survival audition program R U Next? and was selected as a member of the group ILLIT.
Career
In June 2023, Iroha competed in the survival show R U Next?, where she placed fourth overall in the final rankings, securing her position in the debut lineup of ILLIT.
On March 25, 2024, Iroha officially debuted with ILLIT with the release of the mini album Super Real Me. The lead single, “Magnetic,” reached number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100. On October 21, the group released their second mini album, I’LL LIKE YOU, featuring the single “Cherish (My Love).” Iroha subsequently performed at year-end ceremonies, including the Melon Music Awards and MAMA Awards, where the group appeared as rookies.
In March 2025, Iroha and ILLIT released the digital single “Almond Chocolate,” followed by their third mini album, bomb, in June. During the same year, she participated in the fan concert GLITTER DAY in Japan in August and November. She made her official debut in the Japanese market on September 1 with the single “Toki Yo Tomare.”
Fun facts
- She often moves rhythmically even in the absence of music.
- She has expressed a desire for the power of invisibility to move objects and prank others.
- She frequently smiles while engaging in serious conversations.
- She refers to her group members as her second family.
- She enjoys tiramisu and mint chocolate chip ice cream.
- She gained viral attention on TikTok for her “mochi” pose.
- She taught the “jellyous” choreography, though fans noted its high level of difficulty.
- She often appears smaller in stature when wearing oversized blazers.
- She frequently puffs her cheeks in a manner characteristic of a maknae.
- She had a notable interaction with Sakura of LE SSERAFIM that fans compared to a “stray cat” dynamic.
- She reacted with shyness when called “cutie” by Chaewon.
- A video of her engaging in a playful “fight” with Wonhee became a popular clip online.
- She is recognized for her rounded cheeks and distinct, soft vocalizations.
- She recently debuted a new hairstyle featuring full bangs for the first time in a significant period.
- An animated GIF of her dancing has achieved viral status on Tenor.
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