Artist Profile
- Full Name: Myoui Mina
- Native Name: 名井 南
- Nicknames: Black Swan
- Birthday: Mar 24, 1997 (28 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height/Weight: 163 cm (5'4") / 46 kg (101 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Debut: Oct 20, 2015
- MBTI: ISTP
- Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas, USA
- Nationality: Japanese
- Profession: Singer, Dancer
- Languages: Japanese, English, Korean
- Group: TWICE
- Years Active: 2015–present (11 years)
Mina Myoui (Japanese: 名井 南, born March 24, 1997), known mononymously as Mina (Korean: 미나), is a Japanese singer and dancer based in South Korea. She is a member of the South Korean girl group TWICE, formed by JYP Entertainment in 2015. Known for her background in ballet and elegant performance style, she serves as a main dancer and sub-vocalist within the group.
Early life
Mina was born in San Antonio, Texas, and raised in Nishinomiya, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. She holds Japanese citizenship. Her father, Akira Myoui, is an orthopedic surgeon at Osaka University Hospital, and her mother is Sachiko Myoui (née Terao). Mina was scouted by JYP Entertainment in Japan in 2013 and officially became a trainee on January 2, 2014.
Career
Mina began her career in the entertainment industry as a trainee under JYP Entertainment in 2014. In 2015, she participated in the reality survival show Sixteen and was selected as a member of the final lineup for TWICE.
On October 20, 2015, Mina officially debuted with TWICE through their first extended play (EP) The Story Begins and its lead single “Like OOH-AHH.” Since her debut, she has served as a main dancer and sub-vocalist. Throughout her career with TWICE, she has contributed to numerous hits, including “Cheer Up,” “TT,” “Likey,” “Fancy,” “Feel Special,” “I Can’t Stop Me,” and “Set Me Free.” Due to her frequent center positions in dance performances and her sophisticated image, she is often nicknamed “Black Swan” by fans.
In 2019, Mina briefly took a hiatus from activities due to mental health concerns. She returned to the group in early 2020 to resume her participation in TWICE’s promotions.
In 2023, Mina debuted in TWICE’s first sub-unit, MISAMO, alongside members Sana and Momo. The trio released their Japanese debut EP Masterpiece and held a promotional showcase tour.
In August 2024, Mina was appointed as the Japan brand ambassador for Boucheron, representing the Quatre collection in celebration of its 20th anniversary. Earlier that year, in January, she attended the Fendi Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2024 show during Paris Fashion Week.
In January 2025, Fendi officially appointed Mina as its brand ambassador in Japan. In May of the same year, she attended the 78th Cannes Film Festival as an ambassador for Boucheron. Later in the year, Mina appeared at the opening ceremony of the Omotesando Fendi Illumination 2025 in Tokyo in her capacity as a brand ambassador.
Fun Facts
- Mina is a Lego enthusiast, capable of building intricate “castles” for hours.
- She’s known as the “ketchup queen,” adding it to almost every dish, especially fried eggs.
- Fans call her “Black Swan” for her blend of grace and strength.
- She’s an APEX Legends gamer, sometimes surprising fellow members with her skills.
- Mina loves Harry Potter, especially Hermione for her intelligence and courage.
- Her favorite colors are purple and indigo, symbolizing mystery and depth.
- Japanese fans affectionately call her “Mina-chan,” while Korean fans use “Mina-unnie.”
- She shares a close bond with Sana and Momo, forming the “galaxy trio” MiSaMo.
- Shopping for cute accessories is one of her favorite pastimes.
- She once had a cat in Japan but now prefers plush toys due to her busy schedule.
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