ArtistYG Entertainment
Yoshi
Kanemoto Yoshinori (金本芳典), known as Yoshi (요시), is the main rapper and lead dancer of YG Entertainment's boy group TREASURE. Born May 15, 2000 in Kobe, Japan, Yoshi is a fourth-generation Zainichi Korean who moved to Seoul after being selected through YG Treasure Box in 2018-2019. His Korean name is Kim Bang-jeon (김방전). Standing at 177cm with blood type A and an INFJ personality, Yoshi trained for two years before TREASURE's debut on August 7, 2020 with "Boy." Known for his lyrical depth and introspective writing style, Yoshi has contributed to multiple TREASURE tracks including fan-favorite B-sides. The group achieved their first music show win with "JIKJIN" in February 2022 and has since released two studio albums (The First Step: Treasure Effect, Reboot) and multiple EPs. TREASURE's 2024-2025 releases include "King Kong," "Last Night," and the third mini album Love Pulse. Outside music, Yoshi is recognized for his passion for photography and fashion.
1 articles6 creditsDebut: August 7, 2020Korean
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Who is Yoshi in TREASURE?
Yoshi (요시), born Kanemoto Yoshinori (金本芳典) on January 15, 2000, is the main rapper and lead dancer of TREASURE, the 10-member boy group under YG Entertainment. He is Japanese-Korean, a fourth-generation Korean resident of Japan, and holds Korean citizenship.
What is Yoshi's nationality?
Yoshi is a fourth-generation Zainichi Korean, born in Japan. He holds Korean citizenship rather than Japanese, as Japan's nationality law does not grant citizenship based solely on birth in the country. He represents both Korean heritage and Japanese upbringing within TREASURE's multinational lineup.
What has TREASURE released?
TREASURE debuted in August 2020 under YG Entertainment. Their discography includes the mini albums THE FIRST STEP, THE SECOND STEP, and THE THIRD STEP series, as well as the studio album THE FIRST TREASURE BOX (2020) and REBOOT (2022). The group has also toured internationally through their HELLO TOUR and LIGHTIT UP concerts.
