Profile of Kanon Aoki
Kanon Aoki (born August 13, 1992) is a Japanese talent, YouTuber, and former announcer for BS SkyPerfecTV! She was born in Meguro, Tokyo, to a Japanese father and a Spanish-Filipino mother. At the age of 22, she underwent gender-affirming surgery and officially changed her registered gender to female.
Childhood Gender Dysphoria and Baseball Years
Since childhood, Kanon experienced gender dysphoria but continued playing baseball until her senior year of high school under the influence of her father. During her middle school years, questions from friends about dating made her question her gender identity even more.
Gender-Affirming Surgery and Family Struggles
After graduating from high school, Kanon began hormone therapy and later underwent gender-affirming surgery at 22. During this process, her relationship with her strict father worsened, leading to periods of estrangement and personal struggles.
Media Career and Success as a YouTuber
From April 2015 to March 2016, Kanon worked as an announcer for the BS SkyPerfecTV! program "Channel Live Rotation TV All Zap!" She later transitioned to YouTube, where she gained fame as the "former boy YouTuber," amassing over 600,000 subscribers.
Viral Videos and Diverse Content
On her YouTube channel, Kanon shares her experiences with gender transition and her past as a baseball player. Some of her most talked-about videos include her participation in a professional baseball tryout, which gained significant attention.
Sexual Harassment Allegations Against a Fuji TV Affiliate
In January 2025, Kanon revealed on her YouTube channel that she had been sexually harassed by an executive of a production company during her time on a BS SkyPerfecTV! program. She detailed incidents where she was forcibly kissed and touched, leading to severe emotional distress.
Hotel Incident and Allegations Against TKO Takayuki Kinoshita
Kanon also accused comedian Takayuki Kinoshita of TKO of past sexual misconduct, stating that she was forcibly taken to a hotel. Kinoshita later posted a video denying any coercion while admitting he invited her. Kanon responded via social media, leading to conflicting claims between the two.
Current Activities and Social Influence
Currently, Kanon continues her work as a YouTuber while also advocating for victims of sexual violence. By sharing her experiences, she has become a powerful voice in raising awareness and promoting social change.
