Koharu Sugawara facts for kids
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Koharu Sugawara
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| 菅原 小春 | |
| Born | 14 February 1992 Sanmu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
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| Years active | 2012–present |
| Height | 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) |
| Relatives | Yoko Tatejima (sister) |
Koharu Sugawara (菅原 小春, Sugawara Koharu, born 14 February 1992) is a talented Japanese dancer, choreographer, and model. She comes from Sanmu, a city in Chiba Prefecture, Japan.
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Koharu Sugawara's Dance Journey
Early Life and Training
Koharu started dancing when she was about 10 years old, around 2002. As a teenager, she won many dance competitions like "Dance Attack" and "Shonen Chample." After finishing middle school in 2007, she continued her dance studies alongside high school. In 2010, she moved to Los Angeles, USA, to learn even more about dance.
Working with Big Brands and Artists
In 2013, she worked with Nike, a famous sports brand. She appeared as a dancer in their advertisements. After returning to Japan, Koharu became a choreographer and a backup dancer for many popular music artists. She has danced for stars like Rihanna, Girls' Generation, SMAP, and Namie Amuro.
Koharu's Work in Entertainment
Television Shows
Koharu has appeared in several TV shows. She was in documentaries about herself, like Jounetsu: Tairiku in 2015 and 7 Rules in 2017. She also took part in the competition reality show Hit the Stage in 2016. In 2019, she acted in the historical drama Idaten. More recently, she was in Welcome Home, Monet in 2021 and Ya Boy Kongming! in 2023.
Movies
Koharu has also been in movies. In 2025, she is expected to appear in Seaside Serendipity and Ya Boy Kongming! The Movie.
Radio and Advertisements
In 2016, Koharu hosted a radio show called Sugar Water. She has also been featured in many advertisements for well-known companies. These include TDK, Bose, Nike, Android, Toyota, Barneys New York, and Shiseido.
Music Videos and Choreography
Koharu has appeared in music videos for artists like Namie Amuro and Kenshi Yonezu. She is also a talented choreographer. She has created dance routines for songs by groups like Girls' Generation and 2NE1. She also choreographed several songs for Taemin, including "Sayonara Hitori" and "Move."
Awards and Recognition
In 2015, Koharu Sugawara was recognized for her achievements. She won the "Women of the Year" award from Vogue Japan.
