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Iroha ILLIT Profile
- Birth name
- Hokazono Iroha (外園 いろは / 호카조노 이로하)
- Birthday
- February 4, 2008
- Height
- 158 cm
- Age
- 18
- Zodiac
- Aquarius
- Nationality
- Japanese
- MBTI
- INFJ
- Blood type
- A
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About
Short bio
Iroha (이로하) is a Japanese singer, dancer, and member of ILLIT under BELIFT LAB. Learn about her age, birthday, height, blood type, MBTI, JYP trainee journey, R U Next? ranking, debut story, fun facts, and more.
Background
Born on February 4, 2008, in Tokyo, Japan, Hokazono Iroha discovered her love for performing at an incredibly young age. She began attending dance classes when she was just three years old and later trained more seriously throughout elementary school, developing the strong technical foundation that would eventually make her one of the standout dancers of her generation. At only 11 years old, she moved to South Korea on her own to pursue an idol career, joining JYP Entertainment and training alongside future members of groups such as NMIXX and NiziU.
After spending years in the trainee system, Iroha joined HYBE and later competed on JTBC's survival show R U Next? in 2023. Her polished performances, dance skills, and steady improvement helped her finish fourth overall, earning a place in ILLIT's final lineup. She officially debuted on March 25, 2024, with SUPER REAL ME and quickly became known for her powerful dancing, calm personality, and maturity despite being the group's youngest member. Since debuting, Iroha has continued expanding her activities through television appearances, international promotions, and ILLIT's Japanese debut.
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FAQ
- How tall is Iroha?
- Iroha is 158 cm tall.
- How old is Iroha?
- Iroha is 18 years old.
- Where is Iroha from?
- Iroha is from Japanese.
- What group is Iroha in?
- Iroha is a member of ILLIT.
- What is Iroha's MBTI?
- Iroha's MBTI type is INFJ.
- What is Iroha's position?
- Iroha's position is Maknae.
- What is Iroha's real name?
- Iroha's birth name is Hokazono Iroha (外園 いろは / 호카조노 이로하).
Fun facts
Iroha was born as Hokazono Iroha on February 4, 2008, in Tokyo, Japan, making her an Aquarius, the youngest member of ILLIT, and an only child. Source: ILLIT Wiki Fandom / KProfiles
She is known by the nicknames Roha and Iroppongkopping, with the latter being a playful nickname given to her by her mother. Source: Kpop Profiles / Wikipedia
Iroha began attending dance classes at just three years old and started formal dance training during elementary school, laying the foundation for the skills that would later make her ILLIT's main dancer. Source: Kpop Singers / Weekly Idol / Nylon
At only 11 years old, she moved from Japan to South Korea to pursue an idol career and joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee, an enormous life change for someone so young. Source: ILLIT Wiki Fandom / KProfiles
For her JYP audition, Iroha performed Gen Hoshino's Koi, a beloved Japanese pop song that showcased her natural musicality and stage charm. Source: Kpop Profiles / IZONE Wiki
During her years as a trainee, she trained alongside future members of NMIXX and NiziU. She also remains friends with former LIGHTSUM member Jian, giving her connections across several major fourth-generation groups. Source: Kpop Wiki Fandom / Wikipedia
Between her time at JYP Entertainment and HYBE, Iroha trained for approximately five years before debuting, making her one of the longest-trained members of ILLIT. Source: DK Blog / KProfiles
Iroha finished fourth in the finale of R U Next?, securing her place in ILLIT and becoming the youngest member of the debut lineup. Source: Kpop Wiki Fandom / Wikipedia
She officially debuted with ILLIT on March 25, 2024, at just 15 years old, making her one of the youngest idols to debut under HYBE and one of the youngest main dancers in active K-pop girl groups. Source: Oreate AI / ILLIT Wiki Fandom
In 2026, Iroha was selected as a panelist for World Scout: The Final Piece alongside fellow ILLIT member Moka and LE SSERAFIM members Sakura and Kazuha. Source: Kpop Wiki Fandom / PR Times Japan
Her role models are Jeon So-yeon and J-Hope, two performers known for their creativity, precision, and powerful stage presence. Source: Kpop Profiles / Wikipedia
Iroha's favorite feature is the small mole near her eye. Fans have also frequently compared her visuals to Squirtle from Pokémon, a comparison she seems to find amusing. Source: Kpopping / Kpop Profiles / Kpop Singers
Her favorite manga series include Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan, and Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun, while her favorite movie is Disney's Frozen. Source: Kpop Singers / Famous Birthdays / Nylon
When she goes to karaoke, one of her favorite songs to sing is Lowkey by NIKI, reflecting her appreciation for softer and more emotional music styles. Source: Kpopping / Kpop Singers
Iroha's MBTI type is ISFP, and she has described herself as more introverted than extroverted. Source: Kpop Profiles / Wikipedia
Her personal motto is "Don't leave any regrets," a philosophy that many fans feel perfectly matches her journey of moving abroad at a young age to pursue her dream. Source: Kpop Profiles / Wikipedia
During a conversation with fans on Weverse, Iroha shared that happiness means "feeling loved," a simple but heartfelt statement that resonated strongly with GLLITs. Source: Kpop Wiki Fandom / Weverse / Wikipedia
On September 1, 2025, Iroha and ILLIT made their Japanese debut with Toki Yo Tomare ("Stop Time"), a release that felt especially meaningful for both Japanese members, Iroha and Moka. Source: Kpop Profiles / Wikipedia / IZONE Wiki
Why Fans Love Iroha
Fans often describe Iroha as someone who quietly impresses people. While she isn't usually the loudest member in the room, her dedication, focus, and professionalism stand out immediately. Many fans admire the fact that she moved to another country at such a young age to chase her dream, enduring years of training while learning a new language and adapting to a completely different environment. Despite those challenges, she has maintained a calm, humble, and grounded personality that makes people want to support her.
On stage, however, Iroha transforms completely. Fans frequently praise her as one of the strongest dancers of her generation, highlighting her precision, control, and natural stage presence. What makes her especially appealing is the contrast between her fierce performances and her soft-spoken off-stage personality. Whether she's talking about her favorite manga, sharing thoughtful messages with fans, or simply smiling shyly during interviews, Iroha has a sincerity that resonates deeply with GLLITs around the world.
