Shion Tsurubo Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, JO1, Instagram, Career, Wiki, Girlfriend, Songs

Shion Tsurubo is a talented Japanese idol singer and performer known for his charismatic stage presence and contributions to the boy group JO1.

Rising through the competitive reality show Produce 101 Japan, he brought strong rap delivery, dance energy, and unique personality to the group until his departure in late 2025 amid personal challenges, leaving a lasting impact on fans with his dedication and growth.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Tsurubo Shion
• Stage Name: Shion Tsurubo
• Born: December 11, 2000
• Age: 25 years old
• Birthplace: Shiga Prefecture, Japan
• Nationality: Japanese
• Occupation: Idol Singer, Performer
• Height: 178 cm
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Tsurubo
• Siblings: One younger sister
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1.5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Shion Tsurubo is a talented idol singer and performer. He was born on December 11, 2000, in Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

Raised by Mr and Mrs Tsurubo in a modest family environment, he grew up alongside his younger sister in Kobe Prefecture after early childhood moves. His ethnicity is Japanese. His religion is not publicly known.

From a young age, Shion showed interest in performance, participating in the Junon Superboy Contest in 2015 alongside future JO1 member Ruki Shiroiwa. He later quit high school to pursue idol training as a trainee under FNC Entertainment but did not debut with them. His path shifted toward independent efforts until he auditioned for Produce 101 Japan in 2019, where his determination and skills shone through.

Career

Shion Tsurubo first rose to prominence in 2019 during Produce 101 Japan, auditioning under the stage name SION. Starting with a C grade in evaluations, he improved to A after re-evaluation, impressing with his rap, dance, and charisma. He finished in 5th place with 204,045 votes, securing his debut in JO1 under Lapone Entertainment on March 4, 2020, with the single Protostar.

As a member of JO1, he contributed to the group’s rise with his unique style, including rap verses and energetic performances across albums like The Star, Star Gazer, and later releases. He appeared in music videos, concerts, variety shows, and dramas such as Short Program (2022) and Blue Birthday (2023).

His representative emoji became 👽 and his color gray, reflecting his quirky yet cool persona. In 2025, following an investigation and fine for illegal online gambling (which he addressed publicly with regret), he faced suspension and ultimately did not renew his contract, departing JO1 on December 31, 2025. He has since stepped away from public activities to focus on personal reflection.

Social Media

• YouTube Handle: JO1 official channels (group-focused)

Personal Life

Shion Tsurubo, 25, is a talented idol singer and performer. He keeps his private life very low-key, with no public details on marriage, relationships, or children.

He has spoken warmly about his family, particularly his mother who raised him and his younger sister alone through hardships, crediting her strength as a major influence on his resilience.

Known for a serious yet warm personality — with a notable contrast between his confident stage image and shy off-stage demeanor — he enjoys hobbies like watching games, comedy, and magic tricks. Standing at 178 cm, he maintained a disciplined lifestyle during his career, prioritizing dance practice and mental health. After his departure from JO1, he has focused on personal growth and family support while living quietly in Japan.

Net Worth

Shion Tsurubo is a talented idol singer and performer. Net worth is estimated at around $500,000 to $1.5 million USD.

His income came mainly from JO1 group activities (music sales, streams, concerts, tours), individual endorsements, performance fees, variety show appearances, and prior work as a trainee and dancer before his 2025 exit from the group.