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Anna (안나) is a Japanese singer, actress, model, and member of MEOVV under The Black Label. Learn about her age, height, modeling career, family, trainee journey, favorite artists, fun facts, and more.
Born in Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture, Japan, Anna later moved to Tokyo during elementary school and spent most of her childhood there. Before entering the K-pop industry, she built an impressive career in Japan's entertainment industry as a successful fashion model and actress.
Anna began modeling in 2014 and quickly gained recognition through numerous fashion campaigns and magazine appearances. She won the Grand Prize at the 5th Nico☆Petit Model Audition, was named Miss Seventeen 2019, and worked as an exclusive model for Seventeen magazine for two years. Throughout her youth, she became one of Japan's most recognizable teen models.
In early 2023, Anna was contacted through Instagram and invited to audition for The Black Label. After successfully passing the audition, she moved to Seoul to begin training as an idol. She was officially revealed as the fourth member of MEOVV on August 27, 2024.
Known for her elegant visuals, extensive entertainment experience, and love of K-pop, Anna brings years of modeling and acting experience to MEOVV while continuing to pursue her dream as a performer.
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Anna was born in Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture, Japan, and began her modeling career at just 11 years old after winning the Grand Prize at the 5th Nico-Petit Model Audition in 2016. Source: Wikipedia
Remarkably, the Nico-Petit competition was Anna's very first modeling audition, launching a successful career in the Japanese fashion industry years before her K-pop debut. Source: Kpop Wiki
In August 2019, Anna won the prestigious Miss Seventeen 2019 title and became an exclusive model for Seventeen Japan magazine. Source: Wikipedia
She worked as an exclusive Seventeen Japan model from October 2019 until December 2021, building a strong reputation in Japan's teen fashion industry. Source: Kpop Wiki
Anna reportedly joined THEBLACKLABEL after being contacted through an Instagram direct message, becoming a trainee in 2023. Source: Famous Birthdays
She trained for approximately 18 months before debuting with MEOVV, a relatively short trainee period compared to many idols. Source: K-pop Universe Wiki
Before becoming an idol, Anna spent nearly a decade working professionally as a model in Japan. Source: Famous Birthdays
Anna is the shortest member of MEOVV at approximately 164 cm (5'5"), despite often being mistaken for one of the taller members due to her model-like proportions. Source: Kpop Singers
Fans often point out the contrast between Anna's height and fellow member Gawon's towering 173 cm frame. Source: Generasia
Her audition song for THEBLACKLABEL was BLACKPINK's "Lovesick Girls." Source: Grokipedia
Anna has shared that her love for K-pop inspired her to leave behind an established modeling career in Japan and pursue idol training in South Korea. Source: Herald Husky
Her MBTI type is ISTP. Source: Grokipedia
Anna's favorite color is white, reflecting the clean and elegant image many fans associate with her. Source: Herald Husky
Her representative Sanrio character is Cinnamoroll, adding a cute contrast to her calm and sophisticated stage presence. Source: Grokipedia
One of Anna's special talents is rope skipping. Source: Herald Husky
Her hobbies include visiting cosmetic shops and watching performances from other K-pop idols. Source: Grokipedia
Anna has said she enjoys studying idol performances at home, even after becoming an idol herself. Source: Herald Husky
Before debuting in Korea, Anna also gained acting experience in Japan. Source: Famous Birthdays
She appeared in the Japanese drama Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi (2022) and made appearances on Mezamashi TV. Source: K-pop Universe Wiki
In October 2025, Anna was named a global brand ambassador for luxury fashion house Chloé. Source: Kstar-Wiki
Her ambassador role was connected to Chloé's internationally promoted Paddington bag campaign. Source: Fandom
Anna's strong fashion credentials have made her one of MEOVV's most prominent luxury brand representatives. Source: Kstar-Wiki
Fellow member Narin gave Anna the playful nickname "Rin Satou." Source: Kpop Singers
Fans find the nickname especially funny because Anna is the group's native Japanese member, while Narin is known for her impressive Japanese language skills. Source: Generasia
Anna is widely recognized for successfully transitioning from one of Japan's most promising young fashion models into a K-pop idol under THEBLACKLABEL. Source: Wikipedia