Jurin Asaya
Japanese rapper (born 2002)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jurin Asaya (浅谷珠琳, Asaya Jurin; born June 19, 2002), also known mononymously as Jurin, is a Japanese singer, rapper and dancer based in South Korea. She is the leader of the Japanese group XG. She debuted as a solo artist on November 11, 2025, with her single "PS118" featuring Rapsody.
Early life
Jurin Asaya was born on June 19, 2002, in Chigasaki, Japan.[1] At the age of 3, Jurin took up snowboarding, and at the age of 12, she placed third in Japan's National Championship.[2] She has won multiple Junior Olympic Cup snowboarding competitions.[3] Jurin has also worked as a model for Japanese fashion magazines.[2]
Career
Jurin debuted as a member and leader[1] of XG on March 18, 2022, with their single "Tippy Toes".[4] On November 11, 2025, Jurin debuted as a solo artist with her English language hip-hop single "PS118" featuring Rapsody.[5]
In February 2026, Jurin was featured on the cover of Numéro Tokyo magazine.[6]
Artistry
Jurin has named Destiny's Child, TLC, and Aaliyah as musical influences.[7]