Shigeru Joshima
Japanese musician and actor (born 1970)
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Shigeru Joshima (城島 茂, Jōshima Shigeru; born November 17, 1970) is a Japanese musician, actor and agricultural entrepreneur.[1][2][3] He was the leader and main guitarist of Tokio, a musical group of Starto Entertainment, formerly from Johnny & Associates, until its disbandment in 2025.[4]
Shigeru Joshima 城島 茂 | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | November 17, 1970 |
| Origin | Yamatokōriyama, Nara, Japan |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupations | |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Years active | 1986–present |
| Labels | |
| Formerly of | Tokio |
| Website | https://joshima-farm.tokyo/ |
Career
Musical career
Prior to debuting with Tokio, Joshima was a backup-dancer for various Johnny's Entertainment boy bands at the time.[5] He also formed temporary music units during that time, such as Tokio's predecessor, Tokio Band,[6] or the Joshima Band with other to-be Tokio members. In 1990 he became the leader and guitarist of Tokio, but it wasn't until 1994 that the band debuted.[5]
Joshima, Masahiro Matsuoka and Taichi Kokubun, the remaining members of Tokio, after Tatsuya Yamaguchi's contract termination because of a scandal and subsequent suspension of musical activities of the group in 2018,[7] and Tomoya Nagase's decision to retire in 2020,[8] decided to disband after a report of Kokubun's violation of compliance by Nippon TV, which resulted in his suspension of activities.[4]
Joshima announced in January 2026 his intention of continuing with his entertainment career.[9]
Acting career
Joshima has had parts in various dramas since 1989. One of his first roles ever was as a supporting cast member in the show Gomendou Kakemasu, where he acted alongside Kazuya Takahashi of Otokogumi and Naoto Endou of former Johnny's band Ninja.[10] He has also hosted Ai no Apron and Leader's How-To Book, Brain Power Expedition Quiz! Homunculus with fellow member Kokubun, and with other Tokio members, hosted Gachinko!, The Tetsuwan Dash, Mentore G, and 5LDK.[2]
Other
Joshima Farm
On January 5, 2026, Joshima Farm, a business represented by Joshima, launched its official website and SNS. Content of the site includes Joshima's entertainment activities, and information about his intentions to provide lectures, community support, education, social cooperation, and e-commerce business, related to agriculture and other themes.[9][11]
Filmography
| Year/s | Title | Medium | Role | Notes |
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| 1997 | D×D | TV | Tomoya Nagase and Tatsuya Yamaguchi also acted in this drama | |
| Hagure Keiji Junjoha | TV | Seasons 10 and 11 (1997–1998) | ||
| 1999 | Makasete Darling | TV | ||
| Tenshi no Oshigoto | TV | |||
| Shin Oretachi no Tabi | TV | |||
| 2002 | Engimono | TV | Dr. Hirune | Black Handkerchief series, co-starred with Tatsuya Yamaguchi |
| 2003 | Manhattan Love Story | TV | ||
| 2004 | Gekidan Engimono | TV | Automatic specials only | |
| 2006 | Imo Tako Nankin | TV | Tokiuchi Hanaoka | |
| 2007 | Yonimo Kimyou na Monogatari Fall Special | TV | Hamaguchi Naoki | Vending Machine Man/Jihanki Otoko(自販機男) segment |
| 2009 | Ketsuekigatabetsu Onna ga Kekkon Suru Hoho | TV | Hitoshi Gondawara | |
| 0 Goshitsu no Kyaku | TV | Episodes 4 and 5 | ||
| 2017 | Blazing Transfer Students | Netflix | Himself | Guest appearance in the final episode |
Radio
- Tokio Club (TBS Radio)[6]