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MAKO

NiziU · Leader

Profile

MAKO is NiziU’s leader. In her 2026 interview, she described a leadership style built on listening to all nine members and supporting them from behind. She recalled the first 2022 tour and the group’s stadium performances as defining experiences.

GroupNiziU

NationalityJapanese

BirthdayApril 4, 2001

AgencyJYP Entertainment / Sony Music

Career & Artist Activities

2026

Personal interview

Discussed artistic growth and teamwork in Real Sound’s individual interview series.

2023

Korean debut

Joined NiziU’s Press Play promotions.

2020

Nizi Project and debut

Selected for NiziU through the audition project; debuted with Step and a Step.

Official SNS

Personal Instagrammako_koma_y Group YouTubeNiziU · Shared account Official WebsiteNiziU

News & Further Reading

Real Sound · 2026 · Personal interviewMAKO: artistic growth and life in NiziU ↗

A direct interview covering her experiences, teamwork and ambitions.

JYP / Sony Music · OfficialProfile and milestones ↗

Official member information and group history.

MAKO — NiziU Member Profile