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Yu
ArtistJYP Entertainment

Yu

Tomiyasu Yu (富安 悠) is the oldest member, visual, and dancer of NEXZ, the seven-member boy group under JYP Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment Japan, formed through the survival program Nizi Project Season 2. Born April 27, 2005, in Kurume City, Fukuoka, Japan, Yu has dedicated over nine years to breakdancing -- a skill that gives NEXZ some of its most technically distinctive performance moments.

Prior to Nizi Project 2, Yu attended multiple auditions across Japan, approaching each with composure and self-assurance. He ranked fifth in the final selection, debuting with NEXZ on May 20, 2024, with the group's first single album Ride the Vibe. With an MBTI of ESFP, Yu brings genuine warmth and playfulness to both the stage and behind-the-scenes content. Off stage, he is a devoted home cook and baker -- hosting his own baking series on the NEXZ YouTube channel where he makes desserts for fans and members alike. He shares his home with three cats named Kuru, Nini, and Keti, and credits his family -- particularly his mother -- as his deepest motivation.

0 articles3 creditsDebut: May 20, 2024Japanese

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NEXZ at Gimpo Airport, September 2024 (CC BY 3.0)

Discography

2025
O-RLY?EP
Vocalist, VisualNEXZ
2024
NallinaEP
Vocalist, VisualNEXZ
2024
Ride the VibeSingle
Vocalist, VisualNEXZ

Fans Also Ask

Who is Yu from NEXZ?
Yu (Tomiyasu Yu, born April 27, 2005) is the oldest member and visual of NEXZ, the JYP Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment Japan group formed through Nizi Project Season 2. Born in Fukuoka, Japan, he debuted with NEXZ on May 20, 2024 with the single album Ride the Vibe.
What is Yu position in NEXZ?
Yu holds the roles of Vocalist, Visual, and Dancer in NEXZ. As the oldest member, he brings natural leadership energy and is known for his breakdancing skill, which is central to his performance identity within the group.
When did NEXZ debut?
NEXZ debuted on May 20, 2024, with their first single album Ride the Vibe under JYP Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment Japan. The group made their Japanese debut on August 21, 2024, with a Japanese EP version of the same album alongside Keep on Moving.
What dance style is Yu known for?
Yu specializes in breakdancing, a discipline he has trained in for over nine years. His b-boy background is a defining part of his stage presence and gives NEXZ performances some of their most technically distinct moments. He ranked 5th in the Nizi Project Season 2 finals.
What are Yu's hobbies outside of music?
Yu is a dedicated home cook and baker who hosts a baking series on the NEXZ YouTube channel. He is also a skateboarding enthusiast and shares his home with three cats named Kuru, Nini, and Keti. His stated life goal is to top the Billboard charts.

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