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Hideyuki Takahashi

たかはし ひでゆき

Takahashi Hideyuki

Aliases: 秀光 / 材木 / イバラキング
Pen Names: Shuko（Stage name adopted in 2018, used in stage and screen work.）

Profile

Gender
Male
Born
1984-06-09 （Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan）
Nationality
Japan
Languages
Japanese
Residence History
Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan → Tokyo, Japan → Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan

Career

Occupations
Actor
Active Years
2007-
Affiliations
Amuse (former), Gekidan Prestage (theatre troupe), White Dream (Being Group)
Influenced By
Masaharu Fukuyama, Goro Kishitani

Education

Seijo University
Faculty of Law / Department of Law
Degree: 学士（法学）
Country: Japan
Became interested in acting while enrolled after being inspired by films.

Awards & Nominations

Works

Major Works

Under the Cherry Tree

2007 Stage play

An early stage production he appeared in that was part of his initial activities as a young actor.

youthfriendshipcoming of age

Have a good time?

2012 Stage play

One of the main productions of Gekidan Prestage in which he performed; mixes comedy and human drama.

comedyinterpersonal relationships

Dependent Day: Seven Addictions

2018 Stage play

Gekidan Prestage's 13th main production. He appeared as the character Hirozawa Hulk, showcasing a range of performance.

addictionconflicthuman drama

Crows Zero II

2009 Film

Appeared in a supporting/bit role in a popular film series; an early screen appearance.

delinquencyyouthviolence

Unsung Cinderella: The Hospital Pharmacist's Prescription (Episode 7 appearance)

2020 TV drama

Guest appearance in a 2020 TV drama. He has also had regular and recurring roles on television.

medicalworkplace drama

Bibliography

  • Stage: Under the Cherry Tree (2007)
  • Stage: Have a good time? (2012)
  • Stage: Dependent Day: Seven Addictions (2018)
  • Film: Crows Zero II (2009)
  • TV: Unsung Cinderella (Ep.7, 2020)

Style & Themes

Literary Style
Realistic acting styleBlends comedy and seriousness
Recurring Motifs
Portrayals of young men from rural (Ibaraki) backgroundsPhysicality-focused character work

Legacy

An actor primarily active with Gekidan Prestage on stage who has also appeared in film, television, and radio. Known for adopting the stage name "Shuko" in 2018, reportedly named by Masaharu Fukuyama.

In Popular Culture

  • Activity as a radio personality (e.g., "Shuko's A~Shaberitai")
  • Local media visibility through SNS and TV appearances

Quotes

  • "Shuko is awesome. Let's just drop Takahashi and use that."
    Source: Masaharu Fukuyama (naming moment, reported in interviews) (2019)
  • "If I'm attacked I'll fight back — I'm like Baikinman."
    Source: His own catchphrase (stated on radio and talk shows) (2019)

Trivia

  • Height: 182 cm.
  • Alumnus of Seijo University Faculty of Law.
  • Adopted the stage name "Shuko" in 2018, reportedly named by Masaharu Fukuyama.
  • Holds a Level 3 Japan Beer Certification.
  • Has a personal trainer qualification.