Shota Yasuda facts for kids

Shota Yasuda is a Japanese actor and singer. He is a member of the popular idol group Kanjani∞. This group is managed by Johnny & Associates, a well-known talent agency in Japan.

Early Life and Career

Shota Yasuda was born in Amagasaki city, Hyogo prefecture, Japan, on September 11, 1984. When he was a junior high school student, his sister was a big fan of Masaki Aiba from the famous Japanese idol group Arashi. This inspired Shota to try out for Johnny & Associates. He passed the audition and joined the agency in 1997.

On September 22, 2002, the group Kanjani∞ was formed, and Shota Yasuda became one of its members. Their first CD, "Naniwa Irohabushi," was released on September 22, 2004. Kanjani∞ has since become one of Japan's most famous idol groups. Shota is known as Kanjani∞'s guitarist. He also helps create songs for the group. Kanjani∞ has performed concerts at Japan's biggest five dome venues for the past five years. Besides music, Shota also acts in many TV shows and theater productions.

Health Journey

In February 2017, Shota Yasuda had surgery for a type of brain tumor called meningioma. The surgery was a long one, lasting 12 hours. At first, his company did not tell the public about his health. Even while recovering, he performed in a Kanjani∞ concert tour across five major Japanese domes and starred in a stage play.

In 2018, he broke some bones in his back. This happened because he felt dizzy due to his earlier health condition. After this, he decided to share his health journey with the public. Despite his broken bones, he continued to perform in a Kanjani∞ concert tour for two months. Today, he wears special colored glasses because of the effects of his past condition. In September 2020, he released a photo album called "LIFE IS." He wanted to share his experiences with others through this album.

Acting Roles

Shota Yasuda is also a talented actor. He has appeared in 15 TV dramas, 4 movies, and 7 theater productions. His first main role in a drama was in Jitennsyasyounennki. He played the main character in the movie Eight Ranger. His first lead role in a theater production was in Orebushi. He has also been in many commercials and variety TV shows.

Music Contributions

As Kanjani∞'s guitarist, Shota Yasuda is very involved in the group's music. He can write both songs and lyrics. He has created 37 songs for Kanjani∞ and written lyrics for 8 of their songs.

Images for kids

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  The entrance to the Hasai Bokura mo Hacchai, Hacchake Matsuri at Intex Osaka on August 11, 2012

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  The sign board for the Osaka dome extension at Kyocera Dome Osaka on December 31, 2012

See also

In Spanish: Kanjani Eight para niños