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This Japanese Badminton Player Looks Just Like Hanni from NewJeans

Rowhaan by Rowhaan
12 August 2024
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Meet the Japanese badminton sensation Maya Taguchi who’s got everyone doing a double take! 

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With her striking resemblance to New Jeans’ Hanni, Taguchi is not only serving up aces on the court but also giving K-pop fans a case of déjà vu.

Maya Taguchi, an 18-year-old Japanese badminton player, has gained attention for her cute and charming appearance.

She grabbed attention for looking similar to NewJeans member, Hanni.

The comparison photos of the two are going viral on social media and domestic Korean platforms. They have left everyone in awe with their uncanny resemblance, and having an adorable personality. 

A social media user shared a photo on the X platform, asking if the person in the picture was a Japanese badminton player, saying “Is this a Japanese badminton player? She looks like NewJeans.” 

The post quickly went viral, garnering nearly one million views, thousands of likes, and numerous comments from Korean netizens. 

Many commented on the player’s resemblance to NewJeans’ Hanni, with some saying “Omg, she looks just like Hanni!!” and “So cute! I can see why you thought of NewJeans”. Others noted her similarity to other Korean celebrities, saying “I’m getting Minji vibes from her too!” and “She’s so cute, like Park So-dam!”. 

Japanese netizens also responded with comments on her resemblance to the K-pop star.

Taguchi Maya is a 19-year-old badminton player from Japan who’s making waves in the sport. Born on October 9, 2005, in Miyazaki Prefecture, she plays for the “ACT SAIKYO” team in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Maya has won a gold medal at the World Youth Badminton Championships. What’s also winning fans over is her sweet and innocent expression on the court.

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