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Tomoya NEXZ Profile
- Birth name
- Uemura Tomoya (植村 朋哉)
- Birthday
- January 19, 2006
- Height
- 173 cm
- Age
- 20
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Nationality
- Japanese
- MBTI
- ENFJ
- Blood type
- A
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Short bio
Tomoya (トモヤ) is a Japanese singer, dancer, songwriter, and leader 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 19, 2006, in Munakata, Fukuoka, Japan, Uemura Tomoya discovered his passion for dance at an incredibly young age after receiving a Michael Jackson DVD from his father. Inspired by Michael Jackson's performances, he began training in multiple dance styles including popping, locking, and house dance, eventually spending more than a decade refining his skills. Throughout his childhood and early teens, Tomoya competed in numerous dance competitions across Japan, earning national titles and building a reputation as one of the country's most promising young dancers long before he entered the idol industry.
After achieving strong results in competitive dance, Tomoya was scouted by JYP Entertainment following a performance at the 2019 World Dance Competition. He officially became a trainee in September 2019 and later participated in Nizi Project Season 2, where he consistently ranked near the top of every evaluation. Following his successful run on the show, he debuted as the leader of NEXZ in 2024. Since debuting, Tomoya has expanded beyond performing into songwriting, choreography, and video production, establishing himself as one of the group's primary creative forces both on and off stage.
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FAQ
- How tall is Tomoya?
- Tomoya is 173 cm tall.
- How old is Tomoya?
- Tomoya is 20 years old.
- Where is Tomoya from?
- Tomoya is from Japanese.
- What group is Tomoya in?
- Tomoya is a member of NEXZ.
- What is Tomoya's MBTI?
- Tomoya's MBTI type is ENFJ.
- What is Tomoya's position?
- Tomoya's position is Leader, Voicalist, Rapper, Dancer.
- What is Tomoya's real name?
- Tomoya's birth name is Uemura Tomoya (植村 朋哉).
Fun facts
Tomoya was born as Uemura Tomoya in Munakata City, Fukuoka, Japan, on January 19, 2006, making him a Capricorn with a Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rooster. His family includes his parents, two older sisters, two nephews, and a beloved family cat. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Grokipedia
His journey into dance began at just four years old after his father gave him a Michael Jackson DVD. Inspired by the King of Pop's performances, Tomoya dedicated himself to dance and eventually accumulated more than 12 years of training before debuting. Source: KiwiPop Media / Kpop Profiles / Nylon
Before becoming an idol trainee, Tomoya built an impressive résumé as a competitive dancer. He participated in events such as the All Japan Super Kids Dance Contest, Dance Cup, and WDC Kids Allstyle, even winning the Final U-9 All Japan Challenge in 2014. Source: Famous Birthdays / Kpop Singers / Billboard
After placing in the Best 4 at the 2019 World Dance Competition during middle school, he caught the attention of JYP Entertainment recruiters. He auditioned in May 2019 and officially became a trainee later that year at just 13 years old. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Billboard
One of Tomoya's funniest trainee memories involves accidentally using the wrong Korean farewell phrase when speaking to a staff member. The mix-up became an early reminder of how much he still had to learn after moving to Korea. Source: NamuWiki / Kpop Wiki
During his trainee years, Tomoya became close with members of NiziU, particularly Mako, Rima, and Miihi. He once said their bond had become so meaningful that calling them "just friends" no longer felt like enough. Source: Kpop Profiles / Fandom
For his Nizi Project Season 2 audition, Tomoya performed 2PM's Without U (Japanese Version) before later showcasing J.Y. Park's Who's Your Mama? during evaluations. Both performances highlighted his confidence and stage presence. Source: Kpop Profiles / Fandom
Throughout Nizi Project Season 2, Tomoya consistently ranked among the top contestants. He finished first in Part 1 and remained near the top in virtually every dance, vocal, and team evaluation. Source: J-Pop Wiki / Fandom / Billboard
Before appearing on television, Tomoya had already been recognized internally as one of JYP's top trainees. In 2021, he earned first place in a monthly evaluation and was selected to attend the prestigious LA CAMP program. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom / Grokipedia
Japanese media outlet THE FIRST TIMES described Tomoya as an "all-rounder" because of his involvement in dance, choreography, songwriting, composition, and performance. Source: Kpopping
Tomoya has steadily expanded his creative role within NEXZ. He co-wrote HYPEMAN with fellow member Yuki and has contributed choreography ideas that were incorporated into official NEXZ performances. Source: StarNews Korea / NamuWiki / WBSS Media
Beyond music, he has directed multiple NEXZ video projects, including the Beat-Boxer: Where It Started documentary and various behind-the-scenes content releases. Source: NEXZ Wiki Fandom
NEXZ is often viewed as the next generation of JYP's performance-focused boy groups following 2PM and GOT7. Tomoya is one of the members known for executing the group's most physically demanding acrobatic and aerial performance elements. Source: NamuWiki / Wikipedia
His personal motto is: "Only one is better than number one." He has also said that his dream is to become an artist who can give people hope and create a group filled with happiness and smiles. Source: J-Pop Wiki / Fandom / Billboard
Tomoya has admitted that one of his habits is quietly watching the other members from a distance. Fans often interpret it as evidence of how naturally protective and observant he is as a leader. Source: Kpop Profiles / Fandom
When asked what style of dance he is most confident in, Tomoya jokingly answered "dancing sexy," a response that quickly became a favorite among fans. Source: Kpop Profiles / Fandom
His favorite physical feature is his pursed lips, which he jokingly claims he maintains 24 hours a day. Both members and fans have embraced the trait as part of his signature image. Source: J-Pop Wiki / Fandom / Billboard
Among his goals for 2026 were earning a music show win, traveling with the members, and meeting NEX2Y as often as possible. On May 6, 2026, he achieved the first of those goals when NEXZ earned their first-ever music show victory with Mmchk. Source: NamuWiki / Soompi / Kpop Wiki
Why Fans Love Tomoya
Tomoya is the type of leader fans naturally trust. While he is known for his incredible work ethic and high standards, fans often talk about how deeply he cares about the members around him. Whether he's quietly checking on his teammates, helping them improve performances, or celebrating their successes, Tomoya consistently puts the group first. Many NEX2Ys see him as the emotional anchor of NEXZ — someone who balances professionalism with genuine warmth. His tendency to watch over the members from the sidelines has become one of the most recognizable parts of his personality.
Fans also admire Tomoya because he embodies the idea of an all-rounder. Long before debuting, he had already built an impressive dance résumé, but he hasn't stopped growing since becoming an idol. He contributes to choreography, songwriting, and even video production, constantly looking for ways to help shape NEXZ's identity. Combined with his humility, creativity, and desire to make people smile through music, Tomoya has become the kind of leader fans are proud to support for the long term.
