Accelerating transfers…Charismatic Hideaki Takizawa’s “TOBE” is expanding its power…Complicated thoughts of “remaining disciples and quit Janis”.

Takizawa’s “Ai (mana) disciple” who is fascinated by Takizawa

One person in the entertainment industry who has decided to follow Takizawa out of the office is Hiromitsu Kitayama (37) of “Kis-My-Ft2”. Kitayama announced that he would leave the agency at the end of August this year. It is rumored that he will soon move to “TOBE” led by Hideaki Takizawa.

Kitayama is interested in nurturing the next generation. When “IMP.”, who recently transferred to “TOBE”, was in Johnny’s, he went to their live performances and studied them diligently, taking notes during the performances. Kitayama also floated in the group because of his stoic personality. I think he really wanted to work with Takizawa, whom he respected.

There are many Takizawa sympathizers at Johnny’s, but what about the possibility of his leaving the office and even transferring afterwards?

Fans are worried about Raoul (20), the center of Snow Man. He is Takizawa’s treasured son, who has been behind the scenes supporting Takizawa’s stage for many years, and was directly recruited to join “Snow Man” as its center in order to make it a breakthrough upon its debut. He also appeared as a model at the Paris Collection, making the most of his 190 cm height. The agency is desperately trying to hold on to him by letting him do whatever he wants,” said a source from a major advertising company.

The transfer to “TOBE” is also attractive to the janitaries who are not under Takizawa’s direct guidance.

Another one who is rumored to be transferring is Kyohei Takahashi (23) of “Naniwa Danshi. Naniwa Danshi” is a group that sells cute boyishness, but Kyohei himself is a bit removed from that impression. He has told his close friends that he wants to leave the group.

I have heard that Juri Tanaka (28), also of “SixTONES,” also sometimes talks about leaving the group. It may not be very likely, but the six members have had a strong bond since their Jr. days, so if they were to transfer, they would probably do so as a whole group.

The sudden departure and transfer of the six members has caused a flurry of anxiety and speculation among fans. Talent, office staff, and fans. Behind the scenes of the launch of the new agency, the thoughts of each party are swirling.

From the August 4, 2023 issue of FRIDAY