Everyone comes into this world with different hobbies and interests. And as we grow old, these interests differ too. We always love to know more about our favorite celebrities than just their professional lives. What a person reads gives us a glimpse into their lives and interests. Here are some celebrities who like to read:
1. Saito Asuka
Saito is a Japanese idol, singer, actress, and fashion model. She is a member of Nogizaka46’s first generation and a regular model for the brand SWEET. She also played the lead roles in You Are the Apple of My Eye and Keep Your Hands of Eizouken! The idol likes to read books and recommends “Wall Man” by Tokuro Nukui and “Ayako” by Osamu Tezuka.
2. Takumi Saitoh
He is a Japanese actor and filmmaker. He has starred in several movies and dramas like He’s Expecting, Shin Ultraman, Hirugao, etc. The actor likes to read in his free time and is a fan of Haruki Murakami.
3. Atsuhiko Nakata
He is a Japanese comedian and half of the famous Oriental Radio duo. The comedian also starred in “Tsugaru” and “Stay the Night at the Grave.”He often reads mangas, novels, history, and democracy. He recommended Adam Grant's book "Give & Take," Ichiro Kishimi's book "Courage to be Hated," and Horikoshi's manga "My Hero Academy."
4. Yuriko Ishida
She is a Japanese actress and essayist. The actor made her debut in 1987 and appeared in several films in dramas like Umi No Gunsei, Kanashi Iro Yanen, and Kita No Zeronen and won the Japan Academy Prize for the best-supporting actress. She is very fond of reading and has written her book, “LILI'S CLOSET.”
5. Maki Horikita
Maki is a former Japanese actor and model. She has appeared in many Japanese TV shows, dramas, product advertisements, and movies. She is famous for her roles in Nobuta wo produce, Hanazakari no Kimitachi, and Umechan Sensei. Maki won the Japan Academy Award for Rookie of the Year and the Best Supporting Actress for Always: Sunset on Third Street and Always: Sunset on Third Street 1 respectively. The actress retired from acting in 2017. She is very fond of reading and reads books by various authors.
6. Kohara Kazumasa
He is popularly known by his stage name, Shou. He is the main vocalist and lyricist of the band Alice Nine. The 41-year-old singer likes to read books and often spends his time doing so. Among his favorites are the 90’s famous poets Ira Ishida and Chūya Nakahara.
7. Takamasa Ishihara
Takamasa Ishihara is popularly known by his stage name MIYAVI. He is a Japanese singer, songwriter, guitarist, record producer, and actor. He is known for his finger-slapping guitar-playing technique. He began his career with the music duo Dué le quartz and released many hit songs. His first acting venture started with the movie Unbroken, directed by Angeline Jolie. He married a Japanese- American singer Melody. He is a bibliophile and likes to read books by Masaya Nakahara and Kou Machida.
8. Toma Ikuta
Toma is Japanese actor known for his roles in Ouroboros, Hanazakari no Kimitachi, Honey & Clover, and Sensei! The actor has acted in several dramas and musical theatres also. He got awards for the Best Supporting Actor award by Television Drama Academy Awards and Best Actor by Tokyo Drama Awards. He likes to read in his free time and doesn’t have a particular choice in authors and enjoys graphic novels and mangas more.
9. Sayaka Akimoto
Starting her career as a Japanese idol, Akimoto rose to fame as a member of AKB48. She was a part of sub-unit DIVA and graduated from the group in 2013. And debuted as an actress in 2007 through the drama Densen Uta. She starred in many famous movies and dramas, including Tokyo Slaves, Aikatsu Planet, and the American film Sniper: Assasin’s End. The actor likes to read books and never gets enough time due to her hectic schedule.
10. Otomo Karen
She is a Japanese actress and model. She made her debut in 2012. She has starred in movies and dramas like I Want to Eat Your Pancreas, Once Hit the Bottom, and Koi Desu: Yankee-Kun to Hakujou Garu. She often reads and recommends books “Kagami’s Lonely Castle” and “Frozen Whale” by Mitsuki Tsujimura.
