Akira (Japanese Performer)

Akira, born on August 23, 1981, is a Japanese performer and actor. He is a prominent member of the J-pop group EXILE. Throughout his career, he has balanced his musical contributions with an extensive film and television acting career.

Acting Career

Akira has appeared in numerous film and television productions. He is well-known for his role as Kohaku in the High & Low franchise, appearing in multiple entries including High & Low The Movie (2016) and High & Low The Movie 3 Final Mission (2017). His television work includes portraying Eikichi Onizuka in the 2012 and 2014 iterations of the drama series GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka.

His filmography also includes roles in This Old Road (2019), Unfair: The End (2015), and Boys Over Flowers: Final (2008). In addition to his film work, he has appeared in various television dramas such as Antiquarian Bookshop Biblia's Case Files (2013) and Heat (2015).