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Yasuyo and Tomoko Unabara are a Japanese comedy duo consisting of real-life sisters from Neyagawa City, Osaka Prefecture. They are affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo. The duo was formed in 1992 and has since been active in numerous TV programs and stage performances.
Members
Yasuyo Unabara
Real Name: Yasuyo Miyamoto
Date of Birth: October 14, 1975
Height: 156 cm
Blood Type: O
Position: Left
Role: Tsukkomi (initially Boke)
Hobbies: Shopping
Spouse: Former professional baseball player Daisuke Miyamoto
Tomoko Unabara
Real Name: Tomoko Maeda
Date of Birth: December 27, 1971
Height: 163 cm
Blood Type: A
Position: Right
Role: Boke (initially Tsukkomi)
Hobbies: Nail art, changing hairstyles
Spouse: Former Otokogumi member Koyo Maeda
Background and Style
Yasuyo and Tomoko Unabara inherited the “Unabara” name from their grandmother, who was active as part of the female comedy duo “Unabara Ohama & Kohama.” Initially, Yasuyo was the Boke and Tomoko was the Tsukkomi, but they switched to their current style in their second year. Their routines often humorously depict the latest entertainment news and the lifestyle of Osaka’s middle-aged women.
Awards
Kamigata Manzai Awards: Grand Prize (2017, 2012), Encouragement Award (2008), Newcomer Award (1997)
ABC Comedy Newcomer Grand Prix: Best Newcomer Award (1995)
NHK Newcomer Entertainment Award: Grand Prize in Entertainment Division (1995)
Imamiya Ebisu Manzai Newcomer Competition: Tokue Kagawa Award (1994)
Current Activities
Yasuyo and Tomoko Unabara have many regular TV shows, such as Yasutomo no Dokoiko!? and Yasutomo & Tomoko’s Kimetsuke!, and are active mainly in the Kansai region. They have also launched a YouTube channel, expanding their popularity online.

Moka Kamishiraishi is a Japanese actress, model, and singer, affiliated with Toho Entertainment. She was born on February 28, 1999, in Kagoshima Prefecture and entered the entertainment industry alongside her sister, Mone Kamishiraishi. In 2011, she won the Grand Prix at the 7th “Toho Cinderella” audition, which launched her career in the entertainment industry.
Main Works
Movies
Chihayafuru series (2016, 2018): Based on Yuki Suetsugu’s popular manga, Moka Kamishiraishi played the role of Chihiro Ayase, the younger sister of Chihaya Ayase (Suzu Hirose).
The Forest of Wool and Steel (2018): Based on Natsu Miyashita’s novel, Moka Kamishiraishi played the role of Mika Tanimura, the younger sister of a young piano tuner (Kento Yamazaki).
TV Dramas
Gibo to Musume no Blues (2018): In this drama starring Haruka Ayase, Moka Kamishiraishi played the role of Miyuki Miyamoto, the middle school daughter.
Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Dokomademo (2020): In this drama starring Takeru Satoh and Mone Kamishiraishi, Moka Kamishiraishi played the role of Ryuko Tendo, the younger sister of Kairi Tendo (Takeru Satoh).
Stage
Annie: In 2011 and 2012, Moka Kamishiraishi played the lead role of Annie in the popular musical.
Music
Smile (2018): Moka Kamishiraishi’s solo debut single showcased her talent as a singer to a wide audience.