Mina Myoi, known mononymously as Mina, is a Japanese singer and dancer based in South Korea. She is a member of the South Korean girl group Twice, formed by JYP Entertainment through the 2015 reality show Sixteen. Born in San Antonio, Texas, she moved to Kobe, Japan, as a toddler and was raised there. Before joining JYP Entertainment, she trained in ballet for over a decade, which heavily influences her graceful dance style. She was scouted by a JYP staff member while shopping with her mother in Osaka. After joining the company as a trainee in 2014, she quickly gained recognition for her vocal stability and stage presence. Mina is widely recognized for her calm demeanor and elegant visual aesthetic within the group. In 2019, she took a temporary hiatus from group activities due to health concerns related to anxiety. She made a successful return to the stage in 2020, participating in the group's subsequent global releases. Beyond her work with Twice, she has contributed to various songwriting credits and solo performance projects. She is one of the three Japanese members of Twice, collectively known as the 'J-Line'. Her popularity has contributed significantly to the group's massive success in both the Japanese and international music markets.