Japanese movie stars born in 1985
Here are 19 famous actors from Japan were born in 1985:
Kotaro Yanagi
Kotaro Yanagi (December 21, 1985 Berlin-) is a Japanese actor and model.
He was born in Berlin to a Japanese father and German mother. In 2003, he moved to Tokyo and began his career as a model, walking in fashion shows and appearing in various magazines. He made his acting debut in 2006 in the drama series "Tantei Gakuen Q" and has since appeared in several other popular dramas and movies such as "Kamen Rider Den-O" and "The Kirishima Thing". In 2019, he starred in the Japanese drama "Heaven?: Gokuraku Resutoran" and won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 97th Television Drama Academy Awards. Yanagi is also a fluent speaker of German, English, and Japanese.
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Tomohisa Yamashita
Tomohisa Yamashita (April 9, 1985 Funabashi-) also known as Yamashita Tomohisa, Yamashita, Tomohisa, Tomohisa Aoki, Tomo-kun, Yamapi, Pi, TomoPi or Aoki Tomohisa is a Japanese singer, actor, singer-songwriter, dancer, japanese idol and tarento.
He first gained popularity as a member of the J-pop group NEWS, but eventually pursued a solo career starting in 2006. His music has been well-received, earning him numerous awards such as the Japan Record Award for Best New Artist, and he has also produced a number of successful singles and albums. In addition to his music career, Yamashita has also acted in various TV dramas and films, including the lead role in the popular drama "Buzzer Beat". He is known for his versatile acting skills and has won several acting awards, such as the Best Actor award at the Tokyo Drama Awards. Yamashita is known for his charismatic and multi-talented personality, making him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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Eiji Wentz
Eiji Wentz (October 8, 1985 Mitaka-) also known as Eiji-kun, Little Shiozaki, Ei-chan or Eiji Uentsu is a Japanese singer, singer-songwriter, actor and entertainer.
He was born to a Japanese mother and German-American father, and grew up bilingual in both Japanese and English. Wentz made his singing debut as a member of the J-pop group WaT alongside Teppei Koike in 2002. He later ventured into a solo career in 2007 with his first album "U" and has since released several more albums.
In addition to his music career, Wentz has appeared in numerous Japanese television dramas and films, including "Koizora" and "Jigoku Shoujo". He is also known for his comedic talent and has been a regular on variety shows in Japan, often performing with his comedy partner, Atsushi Tamura.
Wentz is also actively involved in philanthropic work, and has participated in various charity events and campaigns throughout his career. He currently resides in Tokyo with his wife and two children.
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Kenichi Matsuyama
Kenichi Matsuyama (March 5, 1985 Mutsu-) also known as Kenichi Matsuyama, Matsuken, Matsuyama Ken'ichi, 마츠야마 켄이치 or Ken'ichi Matsuyama is a Japanese actor.
He initially gained recognition for his role as L in the 2006 film adaptation of Death Note. Matsuyama has since starred in numerous Japanese television dramas, films, and stage productions. Some of his other notable roles include Koizumi in Norwegian Wood (2010) and Tadakuni in Daily Lives of High School Boys (2013). Matsuyama has also received accolades for his performances, including the Best Actor award at the 2009 Yokohama Film Festival for his role in Kamui. In addition to his acting career, he is also a musician and has released several singles and albums.
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Junnosuke Taguchi
Junnosuke Taguchi (November 29, 1985 Sagamihara-) also known as Junno, Taguchi Junnosuke or Taguchi, Junnosuke is a Japanese singer, tarento and actor.
He is best known as a former member of the popular Japanese boy band, KAT-TUN. Junnosuke Taguchi was born in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan. He joined KAT-TUN in 2001, and over the years, the group became one of the most successful boy bands in Japan. Taguchi remained with KAT-TUN until his departure from the group in 2016, to focus on his solo career. In addition to his music career, Taguchi has also appeared in various Japanese dramas, films and stage productions. He has won several awards for his performances, including the Award for Best Supporting Actor at the 36th Japan Academy Prize ceremony. In 2018, he married actress and model, Rena Komine.
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Tadayoshi Okura
Tadayoshi Okura (May 16, 1985 Osaka Prefecture-) also known as Tadayoshi Okura, Okura, Tadayoshi or Tadayoshi Ōkura is a Japanese actor, singer-songwriter, singer, songwriter, model, dancer, voice actor, drummer and radio personality.
He is best known as a member of the Japanese boy band, Kanjani Eight, where he serves as the drummer and one of the vocalists. Okura has also acted in various Japanese dramas, such as "Supplementary Story: Love and Hong Kong" and "The Yakai". In addition to his music and acting career, Okura has also appeared in various commercials and hosted his own radio show called "Okura Tadayoshi's Radio Beat". He is known for his unique fashion and has been recognized as a style icon in Japan. Okura is also passionate about sports, especially basketball, and has participated in numerous charity basketball games.
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Tatsuya Isaka
Tatsuya Isaka (July 12, 1985 Ishikawa Prefecture-) is a Japanese actor.
He began his career in the entertainment industry in 2005 as a model and has since appeared in various TV dramas, movies, and commercials. Isaka is known for his versatile acting skills and has played a range of characters from serious and dramatic roles to comedic ones. In 2013, Isaka won the Best Supporting Actor award at the 9th Seiyu Awards for his voice acting in the anime series, "Kuroko's Basketball". He is also a skilled swimmer and represented his prefecture in swimming competitions during his school days. Isaka has a strong social media presence and uses his platforms to engage with his fans and share his interests.
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Akira Nagata
Akira Nagata (January 22, 1985 Sakai-) is a Japanese singer, actor and musician.
He is best known as the vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Sakanaction, which he formed in 2005 with friends from his hometown. Nagata's unique vocal style and songwriting skills have contributed to the success of the band, which has released 8 studio albums and won numerous awards in Japan.
Aside from his work with Sakanaction, Nagata has also pursued a solo career as a musician and actor. He has released two solo albums, "Water Color" and "Imagineering," and has acted in several films and TV dramas, including "Valentine's Day Blues" and "Love Mania." Nagata is known for his eclectic taste in music and his ability to blend different genres and styles in his work.
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Shota Matsuda
Shota Matsuda (September 10, 1985 Suginami-) also known as Matsuda Shota, Syota Matsuda or Shôta Matsuda is a Japanese actor.
He is the son of actor Yusaku Matsuda and actress Miyuki Matsuda. Shota Matsuda's breakout role was in the drama "Hana Yori Dango" (2005) where he played the character of Soujiro Nishikado. He has since appeared in numerous television dramas, films and stage productions. Some of his notable work includes the drama "Love Shuffle" (2009), the film "Afro Tanaka" (2012) and the stage production of "Hamlet" (2015). In 2018, he starred in the drama "Best Partner" and in the film "The Blood of Wolves". Matsuda is known for his charming looks and versatile acting skills, making him a popular actor in Japan.
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Daisuke Nakamura
Daisuke Nakamura (September 21, 1985 Chiba-) also known as Nakamura Daisuke is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He is affiliated with the talent agency, Office Osawa, and has worked on numerous popular anime series, such as Bleach, Hetalia: Axis Powers, and Persona 4: The Animation. Apart from voice acting, Nakamura has also ventured into acting on stage and television dramas. In 2018, he starred in the stage play adaptation of the manga series, Kakegurui. Nakamura is known for his versatile voice range and has played a wide variety of characters, from heroic protagonist to villainous antagonist. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games and watching movies.
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Yuki Ito
Yuki Ito (January 24, 1985 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
He was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. After graduating from high school, he moved to New York City to study acting. He has since appeared in numerous Japanese television dramas and films, including "Hana and Alice" and "Shin Godzilla." In addition to his acting career, Yuki Ito is also known for his work as a stage director, having directed multiple productions in Japan and the United States. He is fluent in English and Japanese, and has dual citizenship in both countries. In his free time, he enjoys practicing martial arts and playing the piano.
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Yuya Miyashita
Yuya Miyashita (September 3, 1985 Osaka Prefecture-) a.k.a. Miyashita Yūya or Yûya Miyashita is a Japanese actor, voice acting in japan and musician.
He started his career in the entertainment industry as a member of a band called "RO-KYU-BU!" in 2011. He later ventured into acting in 2012, appearing in various TV dramas and movies. Yuya is best known for his role in the TV drama "Kamen Teacher" where he played the character Tetsuto Kinjo. He has also lent his voice for several anime series such as "Haikyu!!", "Jojo's Bizarre Adventure" and "Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress". In addition to his acting career, Yuya has also released several singles and albums as a solo artist. He is a multi-talented artist who is known for his unique voice and acting skills.
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Hiroyuki Onoue
Hiroyuki Onoue (July 16, 1985 Osaka Prefecture-) also known as Onoue Hiroyuki is a Japanese actor.
He graduated from the Department of Literature at Tokyo's Waseda University. Onoue made his acting debut in 2009 in the TV series, "Maid Deka." He is best known for his roles in the TV dramas, "GTO" (2012) and "Totto-chan!" (2017), as well as the films, "Love and Lies" (2017) and "Tokyo Ghoul" (2017). In addition to acting, Onoue is also a talento (Japanese term for a media personality), and has appeared in several variety shows and commercials in Japan. He is known for his boyish looks and charming personality, which have made him a popular figure among young audiences in Japan. Off-screen, Onoue is an avid reader and writer, and has published several essays and short stories.
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Manpei Takagi
Manpei Takagi (October 22, 1985 Seto-) also known as Takagi Manpei is a Japanese actor.
He is most well-known for his work in Japanese dramas and stage productions. Manpei Takagi was born and raised in Seto, a city in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. He has a twin brother named Shinpei Takagi, who is also an actor. Manpei Takagi made his acting debut in 2007 in the drama "Hanazakari no Kimitachi e", and has since appeared in numerous dramas, including "Kamen Rider W" and "Rookies". He is also a talented stage actor, having performed in productions such as "The Prince of Tennis" and "Touken Ranbu". In addition to his acting career, Manpei Takagi is known for his love of cosplay and often shares photos of his costumes on social media. He is married to fellow actress and comedian, Fumina Hara.
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Yukihiro Takiguchi
Yukihiro Takiguchi (May 29, 1985 Chiba Prefecture-) is a Japanese actor and singer.
Takiguchi began his career in 2007 as a member of the acting group D-Boys. He made his acting debut in the stage play "Kamen Rider Den-O: Ore, Tanjou!" in the same year. Since then, he has appeared in various stage plays, TV dramas, and films including "The Prince of Tennis", "Innocent Love", and "HiGH&LOW".
In 2011, Takiguchi made his singing debut with the single "One Way Ticket". He has since released several singles and albums, including "Daybreak" and "Yasuragi". Takiguchi is known for his powerful vocals and emotional performances.
In addition to his acting and singing careers, Takiguchi is also a model and has worked with various fashion brands. He is known for his handsome looks and charming personality, making him one of the most popular entertainers in Japan.
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Shinwa Kataoka
Shinwa Kataoka (July 30, 1985 Tokyo-) a.k.a. Kataoka Shinwa is a Japanese actor.
He began his career in the entertainment industry in 2008, appearing in the drama series "Celeb to Binbo Taro". Since then, he has gone on to star in numerous popular Japanese dramas, such as "Naka nai to Kimeta Hi", "Hapimari: Happy Marriage!?", and "You're My Pet". Shinwa Kataoka has also appeared in films, including "Tokyo Boulebard Nights" and "Kyoto Elegy". In addition to acting, he is also known for his work as a model and has been featured in various advertisements and fashion shows. Off-screen, he is actively engaged in environmental and animal welfare causes.
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Yuta Kanai
Yuta Kanai (April 24, 1985 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
He began his career in 2007 with a small role in the TV series "Hanazakari no Kimitachi e" before landing his breakthrough role in the drama "Ohitorisama" in 2009. Kanai has since appeared in numerous popular Japanese TV dramas such as "The Memorandum of Kyoko Okitegami" and "Vampire Heaven". He has also starred in several films including "Sukimasuki" and "Samurai Hustle Returns". In addition to his acting career, Kanai is also known for his work as a radio personality and has hosted his own show "Kanai Yuta no All Night Nippon". Kanai is considered to be one of the rising stars of Japanese entertainment and has a strong fan base both in Japan and internationally.
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Keisuke Minami
Keisuke Minami (July 3, 1985 Kanagawa Prefecture-) is a Japanese actor and singer.
He began his career in entertainment as a member of the boy band PureBOYS. However, he left the group in 2008 and pursued a career in acting. Minami has since appeared in various television dramas, films, and stage productions. He is known for his roles in "Keitai Deka Zenigata Kai" (Cellphone Detective Zenigata Kai) and "Ryusei no Kizuna" (The Bonds of Shooting Stars). In addition to acting, Minami has also released several solo songs and has performed in musicals. Outside of entertainment, he is an ambassador for the environmental organization "Friends of the Earth Japan".
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Renn Kiriyama
Renn Kiriyama (February 2, 1985 Yokohama-) a.k.a. Ren Kiriyama is a Japanese actor.
He is best known for his roles in various Japanese television dramas, including "Kamen Rider W", "Samurai Sentai Shinkenger", and "Bishōjo Senshi Sailor Moon Crystal". Kiriyama began his acting career at the age of 16, when he won the Junon Super Boy Contest in 2001. He made his television debut in the drama "Rokubanme no Sayoko" in 2003, and has since appeared in numerous television shows and films. In addition to acting, Kiriyama is also a trained martial artist and has competed in various tournaments. He is known for his charming personality and good looks, and has a large following both in Japan and internationally.
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