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Suntory Limited will begin airing a new TV commercial for Suntory Gin “SUI” nationwide from February 10, 2024, titled “Hirano Sho’s First SUI Gin Soda” (15 seconds and 30 seconds). In the new commercial, Hirano Sho and Tokyo 03’s Tsunoda Akihiro co-star to convey the appeal of “SUI Gin Soda.”
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- Sho Hirano, Tokyo03, Akihiro Kakuta
Sho Hirano
**Sho Hirano** is a Japanese singer and actor born on January 29, 1997 in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. He was formerly affiliated with Johnny’s Entertainment and is currently a member of “Number_i.”
History and career
Hirano Sho joined Johnny’s Entertainment in 2012 and began his activities as a Kansai Johnny’s Jr. In 2014, he made his acting debut, starring in the TV drama “SHARK”. In 2015, he gained attention as a member of Mr.KING vs. Mr.Prince, and later debuted as King & Prince.
Major appearances
TV dramas
‘SHARK’ (2014) – Starring as Kurata Mizuki
‘Boys Over Flowers: The Next Season’ (2018) – Starring as Kaguragi Haru
‘Midnight Runners’ (2020) – Starring as Honma Kai
‘Kurosagi’ (2022) – Starring as Kurosaki Takashiro
Films
‘Honey’ (2018) – Starring as Onise Taiga
‘We Love. (2018) – Lead role as Izumi Rin
“Kaguya-sama: Love Is War” (2019) – Lead role as Shirogane Miyuki
“Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – The Geniuses’ War of Love and Brains – Final” (2021) – Lead role as Shirogane Miyuki
Awards
Hirano Sho has won many awards for his acting.
26th Nikkan Sports Drama Grand Prix Fall Drama: Best Actor Award (“Kurosaki”)
2022 TV Station Drama Awards: Best Actor Award
114th The Television Drama Academy Awards: Best Actor Award
Group activities
Hirano Sho left King & Prince on May 22, 2023 and left Johnny & Associates. In July 2023, he joined the entertainment company “TOBE” founded by Hideaki Takizawa, and in October of the same year, he formed a new group “Number_i” with Yuta Jinguji and Yuta Kishi. : Hirano Sho – Wikipedia
Kakuta Akihiro (Akihiro Kakuta)
**Kakuta Akihiro** is a Japanese actor and comedian born on December 13, 1973 in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. He is the funny man of the comedy trio “Tokyo 03” and is affiliated with Production Hitotsubashi.
History and career
Akihiro Kakuta began his career in 1996 as part of a comedy trio called “Plus Driver”, and later formed “Tokyo 03” in 2003. “Tokyo 03” has become popular in the Japanese comedy world, and has appeared in many variety shows and live shows. Kakuta is loved by many viewers for his unique character and acting skills.
Major appearances
TV dramas
“13-Year-Old Hello Work” (2012) – role of Akiba Shusuke
“Tokyo Zenryoku Shoujo” (2012) – role of real estate salesperson
“The Memo of Kyoko Okitegami” (2015) – role of Koshiba Fuuta
“Kounodori” (2015, 2017) – role of Omori Taisuke
“Naoki Hanzawa” (2020) – role of Miki Shigeyuki
“Hyouka” (2022) – role of Amadatsu Haruo
Films
“Nichijou” (2013) – role of Student Council Vice President
“Oh My Z!” (2016) – starring role as Tanaka Daigo
“Funny Bunny” (2021) – Akiyoshi Akio
“Monster” (2023) – Masada Fumiaki
Kakuta Akihiro is highly regarded as an actor who can play a wide range of roles, appearing in works of various genres with his versatile acting skills.
For more information, please refer to the following link: Kakuta Akihiro – Wikipedia
Other
In the new TV commercial “Hirano Sho’s First Midori Gin Soda,” Hirano Sho and Tokyo 03’s Tsunoda Akihiro are shown enjoying “Midori Gin Soda” at an izakaya. The commercial will be aired and distributed on TV and the web from February 10th.
