TWS Members Profile and Facts:
TWS (투어스) is a 6-member boy group under PLEDIS Entertainment, consisting of Shinyu, Dohoon, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, and Kyungmin. Geffen Records and Virgin Music will be handling the group’s global activities as of February 2024. They debuted on January 22, 2024, with their first mini album, Sparkling Blue. They made their Japanese debut on July 2, 2025, with the single ” はじめまして (Nice to see you again)”.
Background Information: Shinyu, Dohoon, Youngjae, Hanjin, & Kyungmin were all semi-introduced by SEVENTEEN‘s Hoshi who decided to reveal them (even before fans knew their names, etc.) as long as they had their face covered. They were all seen dancing to BSS‘ “Fighting” at the SVT Caratland in 2023.
Group Name Meaning: TWENTY FOUR SEVEN WITH US
Official Greeting: “TWENTY FOUR! SEVEN WITH US! Hello, we are TWS!“
TWS Official Fandom Name: 42 (사이)
Fandom Name Meaning: It refers to fans who are with TWS 24/7, and who have the most special relationship with them.
TWS Official Color: N/A
TWS Official Logo:
Latest Dorm Arrangement (Updated in November 2024):
Shinyu & Youngjae
Dohoon & Jihoon
Hanjin & Kyungmin
Official SNS:
Website: pledis.co.kr/html/artist/TWS / (Japan): tws-official.jp
Instagram: @tws_pledis
X: @TWS_PLEDIS / (Japan): @TWS_PLEDIS_JP
YouTube: TWS OFFICIAL
TikTok: @tws_pledis
Douyin: @TWS_PLEDIS
Facebook: TWS
Weverse: TWS
Weibo: @TWS_PLEDIS
bilibili: TWS_PLEDIS
TWS Member Profiles:
Shinyu
Stage Name: Shinyu (신유)
Birth Name: Shin Jung-hwan (신정환)
Position(s): Leader, Main Rapper
Birthday: November 7th, 2003
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Sheep
Height: 182 cm (5’11″)
Weight: 59 kg (130 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: INFP (previously ISTP)
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🦒 (Baby giraffe)
Shinyu Facts:
– He was born in Yesan, Chungcheongnam, South Korea.
– Shinyu has two older sisters who were born in 1997 and 2002.
– He studied at Silryewon Elementary School, Yesan Middle School, and Lila Art High School.
– Shinyu’s training period is 5 years. (source)
– He is an ex SM Entertainment trainee (3rd year middle school to 1st year high school). (source)
– A color he picks to express himself is brown.
– He picks winter as his favorite season.
– Shinyu’s smile is his charming point.
– He picks number 1 as his favorite number.
– Shinyu’s favorite animals are baby giraffes.
– Hobbies: Exercise and bowling.
– Shinyu’s first dream was to become a model.
– He is a homebody.
– Something he is in charge of is detecting the members.
– Shinyu doesn’t like ghosts.
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Dohoon
Stage Name: Dohoon (도훈)
Birth Name: Kim Do-hoon (김도훈)
Position(s): Center, All-Rounder
Birthday: January 30th, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Monkey
Height: 182 cm (5’11″)
Weight: 59 kg (130 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: ISTP (previously ISTP, INTP)
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐺 (Baby wolf)
Dohoon Facts:
– Dohoon was born in Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea. He grew up in Gongneung, Nowon-gu, Seoul.
– He has an older brother who was born in 2003.
– He studied at Seoul Yongwon Elementary School, Hancheon Middle School, and Hanlim Arts High School.
– His training period is 7 years (2017-2024). (source)
– Dohoon is ambidextrous. (source)
– The color he picks to express himself is white.
– He picks autumn as his favorite season.
– Dohoon picks number 1 as his favorite number, because of his birthday.
– Favorite Animals: Chicks, puppies, and polar bears.
– Hobbies: Exercising, playing soccer, bowling, and badminton.
– As he really likes fashion, he’s in charge of being TWS’ trendsetter.
– His current favorite song is “BLEED” by The Kid LAROI. (source)
– He’s close with xikers‘ Seeun. They were classmates in high school and both are former PLEDIS Entertainment trainees.
– Dohoon dislikes heights.
– His charming point is his playful personality.
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Youngjae
Stage Name: Youngjae (영재)
Birth Name: Choi Young-jae (최영재)
Position(s): Main Vocalist
Birthday: May 31st, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: 181 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 63 kg (138 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: ISTJ (previously ISFJ)
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐶 (Puppy)
Youngjae Facts:
– He was born and raised in Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea. (source)
– He has an older brother (born in 2001) and a younger sister (born in 2011).
– He studied at Gimhae Oedong Elementry School, Bongmyeong Middle School, and Jamsin High School.
– Youngjae got casted through social media. His training period is 3 years and 6 months.
– Since he was 9 years old, he dreamed about becoming an idol. (source)
– His favorite animals are puppies.
– A color he picks to express himself is sky blue.
– Green is his favorite color.
– He picks spring as his favorite season.
– Youngjae picks number 7 as his favorite number.
– Hobbies: Exercising and badminton.
– Youngjae like to take care of people.
– He likes to read.
– According to the other members, Youngjae is bad at lying.
– Growing up, he was a fan of INFINITE.
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Hanjin
Stage Name: Hanjin (한진)
Birth Name: Han Zhen (韩振 / 한쩐)
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: January 5th, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 51 kg (112 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Chinese
Representative Emoji: 🐰 (Bunny)
Hanjin Facts:
– He was born in Xinxiang, Henan, China.
– He has an older sister (born in 2001) and two younger brothers (born in 2011 and 2016).
– He studied at Henan Normal University Affiliated Middle School.
– Hanjin’s training period is a little more than a year (2022).
– He auditionned as a dancer.
– Hanjin’s favorite animals are puppies.
– A color he picks to express himself is black.
– He picks fall as his favorite season.
– Hanjin picks Ma La Xiang Guo (spicy stir-fried pot) as his favorite food.
– He picks 15 as his favorite number.
– He likes to go swimming.
– As he is always taking pictures of the members, he is in charge of being the memory maker in the group.
– His favorite song is “Every Day, Every Moment” by Paul Kim.
– He likes to play games.
– If he were to meet a fan on the streets, Hanjin would like to buy them a coffee.
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Jihoon
Stage Name: Jihoon (지훈)
Birth Name: Han Ji-hoon (한지훈)
Position(s): Main Dancer
Birthday: March 28th, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 
(Jellyfish)
Jihoon Facts:
– He was born in Giheung-gu, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
– He has an older sister who was born in 2002.
– Jihoon studied at Hwaseongbanwoul Elementary School, Hwaseong Banwol Middle School, and Hanlim Arts High School.
– He speaks Korean, Japanese, and English.
– He picks jellyfishes as his favorite animals.
– He is a former BIGHIT Music, YG Entertainment, and JYP Entertainment trainee.
– Jihoon is a former member of the pre-debut trainee group, Trainee A.
– His dad taught him how to play the guitar.
– He likes sleeping, walking, calling, clothes, and romance.
– A color he picks to express himself is blue.
– He picks summer as his favorite season.
– Jihoon’s favorite food is Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes).
– He picks 24/7 as his favorite number.
– He likes to exercise, mostly swimming.
– In the team, he is in charge of the energy.
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Kyungmin
Stage Name: Kyungmin (경민)
Birth Name: Lee Sung-bin (이성빈), but legally changed it to Lee Kyung-min (이경민)
Position(s): Maknae
Birthday: October 2nd, 2007
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 59 kg (130 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: INTP / ENTJ (previously ISFP)
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emojis: 🐤 & 🐹 (Chicken, Hamster)
Kyungmin Facts:
– He was born in Jangi, Gimpo, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
– He has two younger brothers who were born in 2011 and 2015.
– He studied at Gahyeon Elementary School, Gochang Middle School, and Hanlim Arts High School.
– His favorite animals are meerkats.
– A color he picks to express himself is yellow.
– Kyungmin’s favorite color is light purple.
– He picks spring as his favorite season.
– His favorite food is Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes).
– He picks number 3 as his favorite number.
– Hobbies: Basketball and exercising.
– Through watching idols choreographies he taught himself how to dance.
– According to Shinyu, Kyungmin is the most mischievous member in the group.
– He doesn’t like the crust on pizzas.
– He can do about 100 double jumps with a jump rope.
– Kyungmin likes solving Rubik cubes.
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Note 2: Source for positions: Shinyu‘s position was confirmed on Weverse (January 9, 2024). Youngjae‘s position was confirmed here. Jihoon‘s position was confirmed on Naver. Dohoon‘s position was confirmed here. Dohoon‘s Center position was confirmed here (November 23, 2024).
Note 3: Source for MBTI types: All of the members’ MBTI types were confirmed on the TWS Profile Film. Shinyu updated his MBTI to INFP in TWS:CLUB EP.11. Dohoon updated his MBTI to INTP in TWS:CLUB EP.10 – he later changed it back to ISTP. Youngjae updated his MBTI to ISTJ in TWS:CLUB EP.11. Kyungmin updated his MBTI to ENTJ in TWS:CLUB EP.11 – he’s both an E and I.
For Reference On MBTI Types:
E = Extroverted, I = Introverted
N = Intuitive, S = Observant
T = Thinking, F = Feeling
P = Perceiving, J = Judging
Note 4: Source for Representative Emojis: They’re based on Youngjae’s Weverse Moment and their Instagram account.
Note 5: To protect their privacy, any information regarding the members’ siblings will not be included. However, information such as birth year can be included if the members reveal it during lives, interviews, etc.
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Related:
TWS Discography
TWS Awards History
TWS Concept Photos Archive
TWS Members That Share A Birthday With Other Idols
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