Hinaki Kudō

Hinaki Kudō is a Japanese idol, singer, actress, and voice actress from Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. She is best known as a member of the anime-support idol group AŌP, where she was part of the group's entire active period from 2017 to 2021. Since then, she has continued her career in the idol world, joining the unit Septentrion in 2022 and the werewolf performance unit BABYWOLF in April 2024.

Kudō's work spans multiple entertainment fields. She has appeared in films like AOP: Nice to NEET You! (2020) and Tōgane! Chronicle (2024), and she has also done voice acting. Her involvement in BABYWOLF, a unit that blends stage performance with the social deduction game werewolf, shows her versatility as a performer. Managed by the agency Dana Works, she remains active in Japan's idol scene. [edit]

Hinaki Kudō was born on February 15, 2000, in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. Not much is known about her early childhood or schooling, as she has kept those details private. Her entry into the entertainment industry came in May 2017, when she joined AŌP ZERO, the trainee unit of the group AŌP. This marked her first step into the idol world, where she underwent training and evaluation.

After roughly ten months as a trainee, Kudō was promoted to full member status on March 5, 2018. This promotion was her official debut as a member of AŌP. The experience of moving from trainee to full member gave her a solid foundation in the idol industry, preparing her for the years ahead. [edit]

Kudō's time with AŌP spanned the group's entire active period. She was part of the group from 2017 until its activities ended in March 2021. During this time, she made her acting debut in the 2020 film AOP: Nice to NEET You!. The group's dissolution was announced on December 13, 2020, with activities officially concluding in March 2021.

After AŌP disbanded, Kudō continued her career. In 2022, she joined the idol unit Septentrion. The following year, she appeared in Uchi no Natsu Fesu 2023: Fures'shu Natsu Fesu Tai. In April 2024, she became a member of BABYWOLF, a unit that combines performance with the werewolf party game. Her most recent film credit is Tōgane! Chronicle (2024). [edit]

Kudō's public persona is closely tied to the anime and otaku culture that AŌP represented. As a member of an anime support project, she was part of a group that engaged with fans through events and performances. Her image is that of a dedicated idol who has navigated the ups and downs of the industry. While specific details about her style or fandom are limited, her involvement in various units shows her adaptability and commitment to her craft. [edit]

The community surrounding Hinaki Kudō has never coalesced around a formalized name or a distinct set of organized rituals. While her tenure with AŌP from 2017 to 2021 and subsequent projects like Septentrion and BABYWOLF have generated consistent attendance at events, the available records do not document specific fan campaigns, chart drives, or unique traditions that would define a named fandom. The audience remains a collection of individual supporters rather than an organized body with official designations. Regarding global standing, iFANN has not yet collected the necessary data to assign a ranking for August 2026. Consequently, no ordinal placement is recorded in the system, and the entity holds no current position on the fame index. This absence of data reflects the ongoing nature of the evaluation process rather than a lack of activity, as the metrics required to generate a definitive score are still being gathered. The scope of influence extends across Japan's idol and voice acting sectors, yet without a quantified metric, the precise weight of her public profile remains uncalculated by the engine. Future updates will determine if her work in social deduction performance units or anime support roles yields a measurable shift in international recognition. Until such data is finalized, the status remains static, awaiting the next comprehensive assessment cycle.[edit]

Hinaki Kudō writes her name in hiragana (工藤ひなき) rather than kanji, a stylistic choice common among idols to soften their image. She joined AŌP's trainee unit, AŌP ZERO, in May 2017 and was promoted to full member status on March 5, 2018, serving through the group's entire existence until its disbandment on March 31, 2021. Her career spans multiple disciplines, including idol singing, live acting, and voice work, with film credits like AOP: Nice to NEET You! (2020) and Tōgane! Chronicle (2024). In April 2024, she joined BABYWOLF, a unique unit blending stage performance with the social deduction game werewolf. While no legendary incidents or viral moments specific to Kudō have been documented, her steady progression from trainee to veteran performer highlights her resilience. She has navigated the ups and downs of the industry without relying on sensationalism, maintaining a reputation for adaptability across different entertainment sectors. Member Aoi Mizuki left the group on March 4, 2019, marking a significant shift during the group's tenure, though no specific anecdotes regarding this transition have become part of popular lore.[edit]

Details about Kudō's family are scarce. She has not publicly shared information about her parents, siblings, or household. Her private nature means little is known about her upbringing beyond her birthplace in Yokohama. As of now, she has not mentioned any pets or family stories in interviews or on social media. [edit]

Kudō's professional associations include her fellow members of AŌP (2017–2021), Septentrion (2022–present), and BABYWOLF (2024–present). She is managed by the talent agency Dana Works. [edit]

No public romantic relationships have been reported for Hinaki Kudō. There are no records of dating, engagements, or marriages in Japanese media or fan sources. As of 2026, she is presumed single, with no confirmed partner. [edit]

Public net worth figures for Hinaki Kudō are not available. As a niche Japanese idol and actress working in smaller units, her earnings are not tracked by celebrity net worth databases. Her income likely comes from idol group activities such as concert performances, merchandise sales, and fan events, as well as acting appearances in films and voice acting work. While specific numbers are unknown, her career has been steady, with consistent involvement in multiple projects. As of 2026, iFANN estimates her net worth at $1 million, based on typical earnings for performers at her level in Japan.[edit]