A major birthday reveal from XG's Cocona-shares: a bold new identity and a personal milestone that reshapes the group’s dynamic. On turning 20, Cocona opened up about being transmasculine and nonbinary, and disclosed that they had undergone top surgery earlier in the year. The candid Instagram post, shared on December 6, 2025, communicates a journey from living within a label that didn’t fully reflect who they are to embracing a masculine, truer sense of self.
In the message, Cocona explains that the hardest part was accepting and honoring their true identity. As self-acceptance began to take root, a new path emerged—one that altered how Cocona sees the world and gave them the courage to grow. The post ends with gratitude for the support network that helped them reach this point, including fellow XG members, Simon-san, and their parents, underscoring how essential community and loved ones are on a journey of authenticity.
Cocona’s transparency is framed as a beacon for others navigating similar experiences, with a wish to spark compassion and understanding. The caption also looks forward to continued collaboration and creativity with XG and the project XGALX, signaling that personal evolution can coexist with collective ambition.
Context: XG is a seven-member Japanese girl group based in South Korea, formed by Xgalx under Avex. The lineup includes Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona, highlighting a cross-cultural, multinational presence in contemporary J-pop/hip-hop-adjacent scenes.
