Noriyuki Higashiyama | |
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東山 紀之 | |
Born | Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan | September 30, 1966
Occupation | Businessman |
Agent(s) | Smile-Up (2023–present) Johnny & Associates (1979–2023) |
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Musical career | |
Also known as | Higashiyama-san, Higashi |
Genres | J-pop |
Occupation(s) | Singer, actor |
Years active | 1979–2023 |
Labels | Elov-label |
Formerly of | Shonentai |
Website | Shonentai (Elov-label) |
Noriyuki Higashiyama (東山 紀之, Higashiyama Noriyuki, born September 30, 1966 in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan) is a Japanese businessman, former singer, actor, and member of the idol group Shonentai. He is married to actress Yoshino Kimura.[1]
In September 2023 Higashiyama became the president and CEO of Johnny & Associates (currently Smile-Up), until his retirement at the end of 2023, following the sexual abuse scandal involving late company founder Johnny Kitagawa.[2]