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| Tomizawa Ryu |
CLOUDTENPEDIA - Tomizawa Ryu (冨澤 琉, born June 30, 2003) is a Japanese idol, singer, and dancer. He is a first-generation member of the Japanese boy band Cloud ten, a theatrical boy group project general-produced by Yasushi Akimoto. Tomizawa is one of the thirty members selected through a nationwide audition process and has been active with the group since its official debut in April 2026. He is known for his background in kendo, his warm and approachable personality, and his prior experience working as live staff at the Tokyo Dome, which has shaped his aspiration to eventually perform on that same stage.
Early Life and Background
Tomizawa Ryū was born on June 30, 2003, in Tokyo, Japan. He has blood type B and stands 167 centimeters tall. His name is written in kanji as 冨澤琉, with the surname occasionally rendered as "Tomisawa" in alternative readings, though "Tomizawa" is the standard form used in his professional activities.
Before entering the entertainment industry, Tomizawa practiced kendo, a Japanese martial art that emphasizes discipline, focus, and perseverance. He has cited kendo as one of his special skills and credits the sport with instilling in him a sense of concentration and mental fortitude that he now applies to his performance career. In addition to kendo, Tomizawa lists an unusual special skill: living without getting out of bed—a humorous detail that has become part of his idiosyncratic public persona.
His hobbies include fishing and cooking. In a July 2026 interview with SANSPO, he revealed a particular enthusiasm for making fresh spring rolls, noting that he had taken to keeping sweet chili sauce on hand at all times. He also enjoys reading manga and describes reading fan letters as his primary method of stress relief, calling them "genuinely the sustenance of my heart."
Tomizawa's MBTI personality type is ESFP, categorized as "The Entertainer." Prior to joining Cloud ten, he worked as a live staff member at the Tokyo Dome, an experience that left a lasting impression on him and shaped his ambitions as a performer.
Career
Pre-Debut and Cloud ten Formation
In the summer of 2025, Cloud ten launched a nationwide audition to recruit members for a new theatrical boy group project helmed by Yasushi Akimoto, the prolific music producer behind AKB48 and numerous other successful idol acts. The project was a joint venture between Y&N Brothers, Mitsui Fudosan, and Tokyo Dome Corporation. After a rigorous selection process that included a final training camp, thirty members were chosen from across Japan, ranging from Hokkaido to Kagoshima. Tomizawa Ryū was among those selected as a member of the first generation.
The group's name, Cloud ten, carries a deliberate symbolic meaning. It is derived from "Cloud nine," the idiom for a state of perfect happiness, with the number ten representing the ambition to surpass even that highest level of joy and deliver an even greater sense of happiness to audiences.
On April 23, 2026, the thirty members of Cloud ten were formally introduced at a press conference in Tokyo. Tomizawa was listed among the members, with his hometown identified as Tokyo. Reflecting on the audition experience, Tomizawa later stated, "I truly feel I am in a blessed environment, with a dedicated theater and songs provided for us. I will never forget that I seized this environment with my own hands, and I want to find the meaning in why I was chosen."
Debut and Theater Performances
Cloud ten officially began activities on April 26, 2026, with a series of debut events held at commercial facilities across the Kanto region. Tomizawa has described the first day of these events as particularly memorable: "From the audition to the press conference on April 23, everything passed by without a sense of reality, so standing in front of fans for the first time, I was overwhelmed with emotion, thinking, 'Ah, I've become an idol.'"
On August 2, 2026, the group opened its dedicated theater, Cloud ten THEATER, on the sixth floor of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba, Tokyo. The approximately 300-seat venue was designed with an "off-Broadway" concept, featuring a U-shaped seating arrangement that surrounds the stage, with the front row positioned only about one meter from the performance area. This intimate configuration allows audiences to feel the performers' expressions and energy at remarkably close range.
Tomizawa performed on the opening day, which featured the inaugural show titled We're Cloud ten. The thirty members are divided into three rotating groups, with daily original performances. The setlist for the opening performance included songs such as "Kimi wa Kimi da," "Gomen Ai Koso Subete," "An Underwater Flower," and "Kimi to Someday." Tomizawa also participated in a unit performance of "Tanimono Kamen" alongside Mochizuki Seishu, Ueno Seiji, Uji Toma, and Hiraoka Motoki.
During the opening performance, it was announced that the group's official fan name would be "winds," derived from a lyric in "We're Cloud ten" that references the wind, symbolizing the fans' role in lifting the members toward stardom.
Tokyo Dome Aspirations
In May 2026, Cloud ten held a debut event at the Rakuun Garden Stage in Tokyo Dome City, located in the immediate vicinity of the Tokyo Dome itself. During the performance, Tomizawa pointed toward the dome and declared, "Someday, I want to stand there." This aspiration carries particular significance given his prior employment as live staff at the venue, a period he has described as formative. In his SANSPO interview, he reiterated this goal: "Since I spent time working at Tokyo Dome, this time I want to stand on the stage side. I also want to appear in a morning drama and do something filial for my grandmother."
The group's broader objective aligns with this individual ambition. At the theater's opening, member Mochizuki Seishu stated the collective goal: "For all thirty of us to stand at Tokyo Dome."
Tokyo Girls Collection Appearance
On September 9, 2026, it was announced that Cloud ten would make its first appearance at the Tokyo Girls Collection (TGC), one of Japan's largest fashion events, as an opening act at the 43rd MyNavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2026 Autumn/Winter. The event was held on September 19, 2026, at Yokohama Arena.
Eleven members were selected to represent the group at TGC: Ueno Seiji, Uji Toma, Owada Ayumu, Komai Riku, Seki Yamato, Tomizawa Ryū, Hasumi Kotaro, Hiraoka Motoki, Fukami Shuto, Funamizu Kensuke, and Mochizuki Seishu. The group performed their original song "Gomen Ai Koso Subete" in red-based costumes, delivering an energetic performance that showcased the skills they had honed through daily theater shows.
In a comment released upon the announcement of the TGC appearance, Tomizawa expressed his gratitude and determination: "I am truly honored to be able to stand on the same stage as such renowned artists and models. I will do my utmost to deliver the full-force performance we give every day at our dedicated theater in Odaiba to the TGC stage as well."
Artistry and Public Image
Performance Style
Tomizawa's performance background is rooted in the structured, disciplined environment of Cloud ten's daily theater shows. The group's performances emphasize vocal ability, dance precision, and a sense of unity among members. The Cloud ten THEATER's intimate setting allows for a performance style that prioritizes direct engagement with the audience, with members able to make eye contact and convey emotion at close range.
In unit performances, Tomizawa has demonstrated versatility, participating in dramatic and character-driven pieces such as "Tanimono Kamen" (他人仮面, "Others' Masks"), which contrasts with the more upbeat group numbers.
Personality and Reception
Media coverage has consistently described Tomizawa as possessing an "openhearted and gentle personality," with one SANSPO feature characterizing him as a "beloved swordsman" who combines warmth with the focus and endurance cultivated through kendo. In the same interview, when asked about his strengths and charms, Tomizawa cited his skill in choosing words carefully—a talent noted by others through his MC appearances and blog posts—and humorously added, "my mochi-mochi cheeks."
He has named actor Yoshizawa Ryo as a personal role model, admiring the way Yoshizawa's skill and star quality are accompanied by glimpses of humanity and simplicity.
Personal Life
Tomizawa's personal interests reflect a blend of domestic and outdoor pursuits. His hobbies include fishing and cooking, and he has expressed a particular fondness for making fresh spring rolls. He is an avid reader of manga and finds emotional sustenance in fan letters.
His special skills include kendo and the aforementioned ability to live without leaving his bed, a talent he has listed in official profiles. His MBTI type is ESFP, and his blood type is B.
Legacy and Future Prospects
As a member of Cloud ten's first generation, Tomizawa Ryū represents a new model of Japanese idol that blends theatrical performance with accessible, daily engagement. The Cloud ten THEATER model, with its daily rotating performances and intimate seating, positions members like Tomizawa in a space between traditional idol groups and stage actors.
His personal journey from live staff at Tokyo Dome to aspiring performer on its stage encapsulates the aspirational narrative that Cloud ten has cultivated as a group. Whether the collective goal of all thirty members standing on the Tokyo Dome stage will be realized remains to be seen, but for Tomizawa, the path forward is clear: to continue finding the meaning in his selection and to deliver performances that resonate with audiences both in the theater and on larger stages.