He is also a celebrity in the world of K-pop in Japan as he has been a dancer, model, event host, actor, journalist, etc. at various events in Tokyo. He has been MC for KCON JAPAN and has participated in special programs and commercials on Mnet Japan.
He also participated in PRODUCE 101 JAPAN, the Japanese version of the famous Korean show where trainees compete to be the final members of a group created especially after the show. He has finished 42nd.