Shunsuke Kazama

Shunsuke Kazama is a multifaceted Japanese actor, entertainer, voice actor, and presenter, born in Sumida, Tokyo. After parting ways with SMILE-UP, he embraced a freelance career.

Kazama's journey in the entertainment industry began in 1997 when he was encouraged by his family to audition for Johnny & Associates during his second year of junior high school. That same year, he made his debut as part of the group Shonentai and later joined Johnny's Jr., also serving as a backup dancer for prominent groups such as TOKIO and V6. His tenure with B.I.G. started in September 1998, but academic commitments led to a temporary hiatus, altering his trajectory within the agency.

In 2000, Kazama expanded his repertoire by stepping into voice acting, marking his debut in the popular TV anime "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters."

Kazama's personal life saw a milestone in May 2013 when he wed a non-celebrity, with the announcement made public by Johnny & Associates in July. Their family grew on February 11, 2019, when reports confirmed the birth of their first son.

A significant turning point in his career occurred on October 15, 2015, when a dedicated page was created for him on the Johnny & Associates website, marking his transition from Johnny's Jr. Most recently, on December 16, 2023, he announced his independence from SMILE-UP, establishing his own agency and assuming the role of representative director.