Kohei Shoji

Kohei Shoji
庄司 浩平
Born (1999-10-28) October 28, 1999
Tokyo, Japan
OccupationsActor, Model
Years active2019–present
AgentOscar Promotion
Websitehttps://shojikohei.com/

Kohei Shoji (庄司 浩平, Shōji Kōhei, born October 28, 1999) is a Japanese actor and model. He is known for his roles in the tokusatsu series Mashin Sentai Kiramager, Kamen Rider Gavv  and the drama series 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40. 

Early life

Shoji was born in Tokyo, Japan, on October 28, 1999.[1] He has an older brother, two years his senior.[2]

He was scouted by a talent agency while riding a train, which prompted the start of his entertainment career.[1][3]

Career

Shoji began auditioning for acting roles in the late 2010s and gradually expanded his presence in television and film. He was selected through an audition to appear in Mashin Sentai Kiramager (2021), marking one of his earliest notable roles.[4]

Despite this early break, Shoji faced considerable challenges and stated that he “was rejected countless times,” often feeling unseen even while acknowledging his own lack of experience.[1] At one point, he came close to giving up acting entirely and considered pursuing professional qualifications as an alternative path. His situation changed when he passed the public audition for the drama Kimi to Yukite Saku: Shinsengumi Seishunroku, in which he was cast as Hajime Saitō.[5]

Following this role, Shoji gained further recognition when he was selected through another audition to portray Rakia Amarga / Kamen Rider Vrum in Kamen Rider Gavv, which significantly raised his public profile.[6] He was subsequently chosen from more than 150 applicants to play Keishi Tanaka in the series 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40, securing the part through a competitive audition process.[7]

Shoji also explored opportunities in fashion modeling and traveled independently to Milan and Paris to audition for their respective fashion weeks, though these attempts did not lead to major outcomes.[8][9]

Personal life

Shoji started playing basketball in the third grade of elementary school and continued to play throughout his schooling until high school.[10] His deep passion for the sport remains, as he is an avid NBA fan who particularly supports the Miami Heat.[11] This enthusiasm also extends to Japan's domestic competition, the B.League, where he has utilized his knowledge to work as a commentator for broadcasts and served as a special reporter creating content for the league's social media.[12]

He is also a devoted fan of Marvel movies and characters.[13] His interest extends to a long-term career goal: he has stated that he seriously hopes to one day be a part of the Avengers, noting that many heroes shine brightest in their 40s.[13]

In addition to acting and modeling, his hobbies and skills include English conversation, cooking, writing, reading, and listening to Showa-era pop songs (Kayōkyoku).[14]

Filmography

Television

  • Mashin Sentai Kiramager (2020–2021), Takamichi Crystalia / Kiramei Silver – Main role[15]
  • The Mockumentaries: Camera ga Toraeta Kaku Sekai (2021), Akira Saimyoji – Guest (Episode 8)[16]
  • JK kara Yarinaosu Silver Plan (2021), Nishida – Guest (Episode 4)[17]
  • Zettai BL ni Naru Sekai vs Zettai BL ni Naritakunai Otoko Season 2 (2022), Aoyagi – Guest (Episode 1)[18]
  • Sawako: Sore wa, Hatenaki Fukushū (2022), Shinji Ōtsu – Recurring[19]
  • Kimi to Yukite Saku: Shinsengumi Seishunroku (2024), Hajime Saitō – Recurring[20]
  • Kasōken no Onna Season 24 (2024), Takumi Hasebe – Guest (Episode 8)[21]
  • Kamen Rider Gavv (2024–2025), Rakia Amarga / Granute Lage Nine / Kamen Rider Vram – Main role[22]
  • 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 (2025), Keishi Tanaka – Main role[23]
  • NHK Kōkō Kōza: Mathematics A (2023), Regular appearance
  • NHK Haiku (2024–present), Regular appearance

Web Dramas

  • Izu Hakone no 13-nin (2022), Shuzenji[24]
  • Ai no Kakezan (2024), Takao – Main role[25]

Films

  • Mashin Sentai Kiramager the Movie: Be-Bop Dream (2021), Crystalia Takamichi[26]
  • Osomatsu-san (2022), Host – Cameo[27]
  • Kamen Rider Gavv: Invaders of the House of Snacks (2025), Rakia Amarga / Kamen Rider Vram[28]

Original Videos

  • Mashin Sentai Kiramager vs. Ryusoulger (2021), Takamichi Crystalia [29]
  • Ten Gokaiger (2022), Takamichi Crystalia [30]
  • Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger vs. Kiramager vs. Senpaiger (2022), Takamichi Crystalia [31]
  • Kamen Rider Gavv: Guilty Parfait (2026), Rakia Amarga / Kamen Rider Vram[32]

Stage

  • Enka Musical: Ashita ni Utaeba – Kiyoki Ikkyoku Onegai Shimasu (2022), Iga[33]
  • Rōdokugeki: Gokuraku Rōyashiki (Yotsuya Kaidan by Hanta Kinoshita) (2023)[34]
  • Kamen Rider Gavv Final Stage (2025), Rakia Amarga / Kamen Rider Vram – National Tour[35]

Publications

Photo Books

  • 知らず知らずのうちにここにいて、 (*Shirazushirazu no Uchi ni Koko ni Ite*, 2021), Tokyo News Tsushinsha. ISBN 978-4-86701-247-5.[36]
  • だから、ぼくは (*Dakara, Boku wa*, 2025), KADOKAWA. ISBN 978-4-04902-615-3.[37]

Web Fiction

  • なつのさくら (*Natsu no Sakura*, 2025), HB[38]

References

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  11. ^ "「仮面ライダーガヴに出演中」庄司浩平が語る"15年来の推しのNBAチーム"とは？身につけるモノへのこだわり…ほか『BEAMS特撮部』". 【公式】モノマックス（MonoMax）｜付録、カバン、時計、家電、カップ麺などの情報を詳しく解説！ (in Japanese). 2025-02-09. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
  12. ^ ""バスケ好き"庄司浩平、名選手らとの2ショット大量投稿「選手と並んでも全然違和感ない」「庄司くんが普通に見えるバグ」 BリーグカンファレンスのSNSレポーター務める" (in Japanese). Sanyo News. 2025-09-24. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
  13. ^ a b "やっぱり僕はアメコミが好きで、本気でアベンジャーズにいたいって思っているんで！" (in Japanese). Story Web. 2025-10-27. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
  14. ^ "『キラメイジャー』庄司浩平、「下を向きがちだった」性格をワンダーな男・宝路が変えてくれた" (in Japanese). Mynavi. 2021-02-25. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
  15. ^ "魔進戦隊キラメイジャー：庄司浩平が"宝路"役に キラメイシルバーに変身". Oricon (in Japanese). 25 June 2024. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji was announced as Crystalia Takamichi / Kiramei Silver
  16. ^ "庄司浩平出演告知". X (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji announced his appearance in Episode 8
  17. ^ "ドラマ出演情報". X (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in Episode 4
  18. ^ "キャスト情報". Oricon (in Japanese). 25 June 2024. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji cast in Season 2 Episode 1
  19. ^ "BS-TBSドラマ「サワコ」出演". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears as Otsu Shinji
  20. ^ "庄司浩平「君とゆきて咲く」出演". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji plays Saito Hajime
  21. ^ "科捜研の女Season24 第8話". TV Asahi (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in Episode 8
  22. ^ "庄司浩平「仮面ライダーガヴ」出演". Mantan-Web (in Japanese). 22 December 2024. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji plays Rakia Amarga / Kamen Rider Vram
  23. ^ "ドラマ24「40までにしたい10のこと」". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji selected as main cast from over 150 applicants
  24. ^ "出演告知". X (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in Izu Hakone no 13-nin
  25. ^ "WEBドラマ出演情報". Oscar Promotion (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji stars as Takao
  26. ^ "劇場版キラメイジャー情報". Eiga.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in the Kiramager film
  27. ^ "出演報告". X (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji cameo appearance
  28. ^ "仮面ライダーガヴ映画". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji stars in the Gavv movie
  29. ^ "キラメイジャーVSリュウソウジャー". Eiga.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in the crossover film
  30. ^ "テン・ゴーカイジャー". Mantan-Web (in Japanese). 9 September 2021. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in Ten Gokaiger
  31. ^ "VS映画情報". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appears in the VS film
  32. ^ "ギルティ・パルフェ". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji reprises his role
  33. ^ "明日に唄えば 舞台情報". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji portrayed Iga in the musical
  34. ^ "朗読劇出演". Natalie (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji appeared in the stage reading
  35. ^ "仮面ライダーガヴ ファイナルステージ". Oricon (in Japanese). 19 October 2025. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji performs in the final stage tour
  36. ^ "写真集商品情報". Zasshi.tv (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Photo book listing
  37. ^ "庄司浩平 2nd写真集". Modelpress (in Japanese). 13 September 2025. Retrieved 16 November 2025. Announcement of second photo book
  38. ^ "WEB小説「なつのさくら」". Oricon (in Japanese). Retrieved 16 November 2025. Shoji publishes a web novel
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