Kōki (model) facts for kids
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Kōki
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![]() Koki modeling for Elle Taiwan in 2019
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Mitsuki Kimura
February 5, 2003 |
Nationality | Japanese |
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Years active | 2018–present |
Agent | Purple Inc., The Society Management |
Height | 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) |
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Relatives | Cocomi (sister) |
Kōki, whose real name is Mitsuki Kimura, is a Japanese model and songwriter. She was born on February 5, 2003. Kōki is known for her work in fashion and music, and she has also started acting.
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Early Life and Talents
Kōki was born in Tokyo, Japan, on February 5, 2003. Her father is the famous actor Takuya Kimura, and her mother is the singer Shizuka Kudo.
Even when she was young, Kōki showed a talent for music. She took lessons in piano and flute. She even won an "Excellence Award" at a flute competition called the 23rd Yamano Junior Flute Contest. Kōki went to The British School in Tokyo and can speak English very well.
Kōki's Career Journey
Before she became a professional model, Kōki was already writing songs. In 2017, she wrote three songs for her mother, Shizuka Kudo's album, Rin. She also wrote a song for another singer named Mika Nakashima.
Starting as a Model
In May 2018, Kōki officially started her career as a model. Her first big appearance was on the cover of Elle Japon magazine in July 2018. Since then, she has been on the covers of many other fashion magazines. Some of these include Numéro Tokyo, Grazia China, and Nylon Japan.
In August 2018, Kōki became the youngest person from Japan to be an ambassador for the luxury brand Bulgari. This means she helps represent and promote the brand. Later that year, in October 2018, Kōki appeared in her very first TV commercial for Otsuka Pharmaceutical products.
Music and Acting
In 2019, Kōki was featured on a song called "Katasumi" by Daichi Miura. This song was used as the opening theme for a TV drama. Kōki also wrote this song herself.
Kōki made her debut on the runway at the 2019 Paris Fashion Week. She walked for the famous fashion brand Chanel. In 2019, she also appeared in a music video for the song "Eternal Love" by Kris Wu.
In 2022, Kōki started her acting career. She starred in a Japanese horror film called Ox-Head Village.
Filmography
Kōki has appeared in several films:
Film Roles
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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2022 | Ox-Head Village | Shion / Kanon | Lead role (main character) | |
2024 | Touch | Young Miko | ||
2025 | Tornado | Tornado | Lead role | |
True Beauty: Before | Reina Tanikawa | Lead role | ||
True Beauty: After | Reina Tanikawa | Lead role |
Discography
Kōki has contributed to music as both a featured artist and a songwriter.
As a Featured Artist
When an artist is "featured," it means they sing or perform on another artist's song.
Title | Year | Main Artist |
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"Katasumi" (片隅) | 2019 | Daichi Miura feat. Kōki |
Songwriting Credits
Kōki has written music for other artists. Here are some of the songs she helped create:
Year | Album | Artist | Song | Music | |
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Credited | With | ||||
2017 | Rin | Shizuka Kudo | "Hagane no Mori" (鋼の森) | Yes | N/A |
"Kasumisō" (かすみ草) | Yes | N/A | |||
"Time After Time" | Yes | N/A | |||
2018 | Non-album single | Mika Nakashima | "Yume" (夢) | Yes | N/A |
2019 | Daichi Miura | "Katasumi" (片隅) | Yes | N/A | |
"Corner" | Yes | Uta, Daichi Miura |
Awards and Achievements
Kōki has received several awards for her talents in music, modeling, and acting.
Year | Award | Category | Nominated Work | Result | Ref. |
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2013 | 23rd Yamano Junior Flute Contest | Excellence Award | Herself | Won | |
2018 | Elle Cinema Awards | Rising Star Award | Herself | Won | |
Yahoo! Search Grand Prix | Model Category | Herself | Won | ||
2022 | 47th Hochi Film Awards | Best New Artist | Ox-Head Village | Nominated | |
2023 | 77th Mainichi Film Awards | Best New Actress | Nominated | ||
65th Blue Ribbon Awards | Best Newcomer | Won |