Kawakami Chihiro: A Glimpse into Her Profile
Born on December 17, 1998, Kawakami Chihiro is 27 years old and hails from Osaka Prefecture. Her unique talents include figure skating, where she is capable of performing jumps, and a fervent passion for the Hanshin Tigers baseball team, earning her the affectionate nickname “Chihhii Tora no Mushi” (Chihhii, the Tiger Bug) in a monthly column.
Her career as an idol boasts numerous achievements:
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2012: Joined NMB48 as a 4th generation member.
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NMB48 16th Single “Boku Igai no Dareka”: Achieved her first selection for a single.
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27th Single “Suki da Mushi”: Served as the center.
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March 2022: Ranked 1st in the fan voting event “NANMATTLE 2 ~Ai~.”
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October: Released her first photo book, “Eien Misui.”
Her acting resume already includes a diverse range of roles across various mediums:
Drama & Film:
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NHK “Enmado Sara no Suiri Kitan” (Episode 5)
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KTV “Convenience Store Heroes ~Anata no SOS Itadakimashita!!~” (Episode 2)
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Toei Film “Tonde Saitama ~From Lake Biwa with Love~”
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BS Shochiku Tokyu Drama “Idol Shikkaku” (as Moe Ichinose)
Stage:
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Yoshimoto Shinkigeki × NMB48 Musical “Greatest na Waraiman”
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Musical Stage 30-DELUX “Shake’s 2023”
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Stage “FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS Gensou Sensou THE STAGE”
Other Appearances:
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Monthly Tigers “Chihhii Tora no Mushi” (serialized column)
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ABC-R “Tora Tama Premium” (regular appearance)
For fans eager to follow her new journey, Kawakami Chihiro’s official fan club can be accessed here: https://kawakamichihiro-rooms.fanpla.jp/
Kawakami Chihiro’s transition from a prominent idol to an actress under Yoshimoto Kogyo signifies an exciting evolution in her career. This move not only opens doors for her to explore a broader spectrum of artistic expression but also highlights the growing trend of Japanese idols leveraging their extensive performance training and public appeal to diversify into acting. As she embarks on this new path, her multifaceted talents and established fanbase are poised to contribute to the global appeal of Japanese entertainment, further enriching the landscape of Kawaii culture abroad by showcasing a talent who can sing, dance, perform, and now, captivatingly act. Her future endeavors will undoubtedly be watched with keen interest by fans worldwide.
