There are plenty of Japanese actors who are incredibly talented in terms of acting, and they tend to prove it time and again. Many Japanese actors are multi-talented and are masters of all traits. They have mastered it all, be it modeling, singing, dancing, or mimicry. Some actors can sing wonderfully and have the most beautiful voice that adds only their charm. From Koji Seto to Takuya Kimura, here is a list of The Top Ten Japanese Actors who can also sing.
1. Takuya Kimura
He is a veteran actor who has enjoyed tremendous success through his acting and singing skills and has become a legend in the acting industry. Kimura also has a fantastic voice and was a member of Asia’s one of the most renowned boy bands ‘SMAP.’ Kimura recently released his first solo album in 2020, titled ‘Go with the Flow.’
2. Mamarou Miyano
He is an actor who is famous for his acting but can also sing quite well. He is best known as the voice actor of the famous anime series, ‘Death Note’ and ‘Steins gate.’ He debuted as a singer with his single ‘Kuon’ and released his first album titled ‘Break’ in 2009, which was immensely loved by the public.
3. Jin Akanishi
He is a singer, actor, and songwriter. He was the lead vocalist for the popular Jpop group ‘Kat-Tun.’ Jin debuted as an actor in 1999, when he made a cameo in the show ‘P.P.O.I’ and made his Hollywood debut with the movie ‘47 Ronin’ in 2013. He has proved his merits as both a singer and an actor and is appreciated for his diversity of talents.
4. Kazunari Ninomiya
Also known as Nino, he is an actor, singer, radio host, voice actor, etc. The actor’s first television show was in Amagi Goe in 1998, and he has since then done more than 40+ TV shows and movies. Ninomiya is also a member of the Japanese pop group ‘Arashi’ and is loved for his melodious voice.
5. Koji Seto
Better known by the nickname Setomary, Koji Seto is a Japanese actor most famous for portraying ‘Wataru Kurenai’ in the drama ‘ Kamen Rider Kiva.’ He started his career in the year 2005 and has since done numerous roles and peaked his career. Seto is also an excellent singer and the vocalist in the Japanese Rock band ‘Tetra Fang.’
6. Ryo Nishikido
He is a Japanese singer, songwriter, and actor. Ryo was part of both a Japanese Idol group ‘News’ and the boy band ‘Kanjani Eight.’ His first significant role was in 1999 in the drama series ‘Nekketsu Ren’ai-do.’ Ryo enjoys a successful career both as an actor and a singer, with millions loving his voice in Japan.
7. Sho Sakurai
He is an actor, singer, rapper, and radio host. He started his career at the young age of 13 and debuted in one of Japan’s most prominent boy groups, ‘Arashi,’ in 1999. Sakurai’s first lead role in a drama was in 2003 with ‘Yokio No Mikata’. He also covered the 2008 Olympics as an official newscaster.
8. Teppei Koike
He is an actor and a singer working with the company ‘Burning productions’. He debuted as an actor in 2002 in the TV show ‘Tenkai Kansoku.’ He has become famous for his portrayal of ‘Otani’ in the drama ‘Love Com,’ the live-action version of the renowned manga ‘Lovely Complex.’ Koike was also part of a musical duo called ‘Wat’ and had a mesmerizing voice.
9. Ryosuke Yamada
He is an actor and a vocalist and debuted in the band ‘Hey! Say! JUMP’, in 2007. Yamada became a teen star after starring in the drama ‘Tantei Gakuen Q.’ He is also known for his role in the live-action movie of the anime series- ‘Assassination Classroom’ as ‘Nagisa Shiota’, which also won him the ‘Japanese Newcomer award.’ Yamada has earned laurels for both his acting and singing skills.
10. Takahiro Nishijima
He is a famous Japanese singer who was the main vocalist of the Japanese pop group ‘AAA.’ Takahiro also has a successful career as a solo singer and is referred to as ‘Nissy.’ He made his acting debut in 2007 portraying ‘Rouma Kitasaka’ in the drama series ‘Delicious Gakuin.’
