Ryan Kaji (born Ryan Haruto Guan) is a popular American YouTube personality and child content creator famous for his toy reviews, challenges, and family-oriented videos on the channel Ryan’s World (formerly Ryan ToysReview).
Starting at age three, he built a massive empire including merchandise, television shows, movies, and brand deals, becoming one of the highest-earning young creators.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Ryan Haruto Guan
- Stage Name: Ryan Kaji
- Born: October 6, 2011
- Age: 14 years old
- Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Asian (Japanese-Vietnamese descent)
- Occupation: YouTuber, Content Creator, Actor
- Height: 130 cm
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Shion Kaji and Loann Kaji
- Siblings: Emma Kaji and Kate Kaji
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $100 million USD
Early Life and Education
Ryan Kaji was born on October 6, 2011, in Houston, Texas, United States. He was raised by parents Shion Kaji, originally from Japan, and Loann Kaji, originally from Vietnam. His ethnicity is Asian with Japanese-Vietnamese descent.
The family faced the challenges of immigrant life. He has twin sisters named Emma Kaji and Kate Kaji. He grew up in a creative household where his parents encouraged his curiosity.
Before the channel launch, the family changed their surname from Guan to Kaji for the on-screen brand. He attends private school and participates in activities like piano lessons and sports. He completed early education locally and continues schooling alongside content creation.
Career
Ryan Kaji started creating content in March 2015, at age three, after asking to review toys like other kids on YouTube. His mother, Loann, quit her job as a high school chemistry teacher to manage the channel full-time.
The family expanded Ryan’s World into a multimedia brand with toy lines sold at Walmart, apps, video games, a Nickelodeon-style TV show, Ryan’s Mystery Playdate, and a feature film.
The main channel and related channels have amassed tens of millions of subscribers and billions of views. Content includes toy unboxings, science experiments, challenges, skits, and family adventures.
Ryan has also ventured into acting and voice work in animated projects. His positive energy appeals strongly to young audiences worldwide.
Awards and Nominations
Forbes highest-paid YouTuber multiple years
Social Media
- Instagram: @ryansworld
- YouTube Channel: Ryan’s World
Personal Life
Ryan Kaji, 14, is currently single and has no public relationships as he focuses on childhood and education. No past relationships exist, given his young age.
He enjoys family time with his twin sisters, Emma and Kate, and his parents, with activities like gaming, science, coding, piano, and snowboarding trips to Japan. He balances content creation with normal school life and privacy.
Net Worth
Ryan Kaji’s net worth is estimated at $100 million USD. He generates income from YouTube ad revenue, merchandise sales, brand partnerships, toy lines, television, film projects, and digital products. His parents manage the business side while prioritizing his well-being.
Filmography
- Ryan’s Mystery Playdate (TV series)
- Super Spy Ryan (2020)
- Ryan’s World movie (2024 theatrical release)