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Haru NEXZ Profile
- Birth name
- Inoue Haru (井上 陽)
- Birthday
- January 23, 2006
- Age
- 20
- Zodiac
- Aquarius
- Nationality
- Japanese
- MBTI
- ENTJ
- Blood type
- A
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Short bio
Haru (ハル) is a Japanese singer, dancer, songwriter, and member of NEXZ under JYP Entertainment. Learn about his age, birthday, height, MBTI, Nizi Project Season 2 journey, dance career, songwriting credits, fun facts, and more.
Background
Born on January 23, 2006, in Osaka, Japan, Inoue Haru developed a passion for dance at an early age thanks to his older sister. Watching her practice inspired him to begin dancing himself, and by elementary school he was already training seriously in popping. Over the years, Haru participated in dance competitions, earned recognition for his skills, and built a strong foundation as a performer long before entering the idol industry. His natural talent, combined with years of practice, eventually caught the attention of JYP Entertainment.
Interestingly, Haru was street-cast by JYP not once but twice. Although he passed the company's audition the first time, he initially declined the opportunity before later accepting and joining the agency in January 2022. After only six months of training, he competed on Nizi Project Season 2, where his dance ability and stage presence quickly made him a fan favorite. He ultimately finished second in the finale and debuted as a member of NEXZ. Since debuting, Haru has expanded his role beyond performance by contributing to songwriting and helping shape the group's artistic identity.
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FAQ
- How old is Haru?
- Haru is 20 years old.
- Where is Haru from?
- Haru is from Japanese.
- What group is Haru in?
- Haru is a member of NEXZ.
- What is Haru's MBTI?
- Haru's MBTI type is ENTJ.
- What is Haru's position?
- Haru's position is Lead Dancer, Vocalist.
- What is Haru's real name?
- Haru's birth name is Inoue Haru (井上 陽).
Fun facts
Haru was born as Inoue Haru on January 23, 2006, in Osaka, Japan, making him an Aquarius with a Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rooster. He serves as NEXZ's Dance Leader and is widely recognized for his performance skills. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Fandom
His family includes his parents and an older sister born in 2000. Haru has often credited his sister for inspiring his love of dance after watching her practice at home throughout his childhood. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Fandom
He also has two bulldogs named Sugar and Ralph, both of whom have become familiar names among dedicated NEX2Ys. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Fandom
Haru began dancing in fourth grade and eventually specialized in popping. Before becoming an idol trainee, he even earned a Best 8 finish in dance competitions, proving he was already a serious dancer. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Kpop Singers / Fandom
One of the most unusual parts of Haru's story is that JYP Entertainment street-cast him twice. Although he passed the audition the first time, he turned the opportunity down before later deciding to join the company. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Fandom
Haru officially joined JYP Entertainment on January 12, 2022, and trained for only six months before competing on Nizi Project Season 2. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / MyDramaList / Fandom
His training was split between two months of online lessons and four months of in-person training in Korea, making his rapid development on the survival show especially impressive. Source: Kpop Singers / KProfiles
For his Nizi Project Season 2 audition, Haru performed Stray Kids' God's Menu (Japanese Version), immediately showcasing his strengths as a performer. Source: Kpop Singers / Kpop Profiles / KProfiles
During the individual-level test, he chose 2PM's Again & Again, another performance-focused song that highlighted his dance abilities. Source: Kpop Singers / Kpop Profiles / KProfiles
Haru ultimately finished second overall in the Nizi Project Season 2 finale, securing his place in NEXZ and establishing himself as one of the standout contestants of the season. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / MyDramaList
Beyond dancing, Haru has begun building a résumé as a songwriter. As of late 2025, he held KOMCA songwriting credits on multiple songs alongside fellow NEXZ members Tomoya, Yuki, and Hyui. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom
His hobbies include fashion, listening to music, taking walks, and discovering new artists. He also keeps a daily to-do list on his phone to stay organized. Source: Kpop Singers
Haru's favorite food is pizza, though he has admitted that nothing beats his mother's home cooking. Source: Famous Birthdays / Kpop Singers / Wikipedia
He also has a sweet tooth and enjoys visiting scenic locations, two interests that fans often see reflected in his social media recommendations and interviews. Source: Famous Birthdays / Kpop Singers / Wikipedia
Fellow member So Geon nicknamed him "Bear," and the nickname quickly caught on among fans, who now regularly use bear-themed emojis and artwork when celebrating Haru. Source: Kpop Profiles / Spotify
Haru is known for his stylish fashion sense and distinctive eyebrows, both of which have become signature parts of his visual image within NEXZ. Source: KiwiPop Media / Kpopping
When asked about his ultimate goal for the group, Haru gave a simple but ambitious answer: he wants NEXZ to become the coolest group in the world. Source: KiwiPop Media / Kpopping
Why Fans Love Haru
Born on January 23, 2006, in Osaka, Japan, Inoue Haru developed a passion for dance at an early age thanks to his older sister. Watching her practice inspired him to begin dancing himself, and by elementary school he was already training seriously in popping. Over the years, Haru participated in dance competitions, earned recognition for his skills, and built a strong foundation as a performer long before entering the idol industry. His natural talent, combined with years of practice, eventually caught the attention of JYP Entertainment.
Interestingly, Haru was street-cast by JYP not once but twice. Although he passed the company's audition the first time, he initially declined the opportunity before later accepting and joining the agency in January 2022. After only six months of training, he competed on Nizi Project Season 2, where his dance ability and stage presence quickly made him a fan favorite. He ultimately finished second in the finale and debuted as a member of NEXZ. Since debuting, Haru has expanded his role beyond performance by contributing to songwriting and helping shape the group's artistic identity.
