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Nana Yamada
Also known as 山田菜々, 中山菜々, Nakayama Nana, Nana Nakayama, Yamada Nana
- Born
- Apr 3, 1992age 34
- height
- 5'0" (or 152 cm)
- nationality
- Japanese
Career
Active 2006 – 2021
Biography
About Nana Yamada
Nana Yamada first drew attention as a member of NMB48, a J-pop idol group where she was part of Team M. She began her career at age 14 and remained active for 15 years, working across several fields. Born on April 3, 1992, in Osaka, she is Japanese and of Asian ethnicity. She stands 5'0" tall. In 2015, she left NMB48 on her birthday.
Beyond her idol years, Yamada was also a gravure idol, a musician, and a YouTuber. Her younger sister, Suzu Yamada, also performed in NMB48, while her brother, Yuma Nakayama, acts under Johnny & Associates. Her Instagram following has grown to 247k, where she shares updates with fans. She remains connected to the entertainment world through her family's presence and her own online activity.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2006-2021 (started around 14 years old; 15 years active)
- Birthplace
- Osaka, Japan
- Ethnicity
- Asian
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 247k (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
How long was Nana Yamada active in the entertainment industry?
She was active from 2006 to 2021, a span of 15 years, beginning at age 14.
Who are Nana Yamada's siblings and what do they do?
Her younger sister, Suzu Yamada, is also a former NMB48 member, and her younger brother, Yuma Nakayama, is an actor represented by Johnny & Associates.
What was the occasion of her departure from NMB48?
She left the group on April 3, 2015, which also was her 23rd birthday.
Did you know
- Her birthday, April 3, coincided with the date she left NMB48 in 2015.
- She comes from an entertainment family: her sister was in NMB48 and her brother is an actor.
- Her career spanned three distinct roles: idol, gravure model, and YouTuber.
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