TOKIO’s Kokubun Taichi to star in upcoming movie, “Daijoubu 3 Gumi”

It’s been revealed that TOKIO’s Kokubun Taichi will be starring in the upcoming film adaptation of Ototake Hirotada’s novel, “Daijoubu 3 Gumi“.

Ototake’s novel was originally published in September of last year,  and portrays a human drama revolving around Ototake’s experiences an elementary school teacher. The story follows ‘Akao Shinosuke’, who was born without arms and legs due …


TOKIO’s Kokubun Taichi finishes Tokyo Marathon and avoids a bald punishment

TOKIO member Kokubun Taichi (36) finished the 42.195km Tokyo Marathon yesterday with a time of 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 41 seconds. Before the race, he had confidently stated that he would shave his head if he didn’t finish the marathon, and by finishing the race in style, he avoided having to become bald.

This marks the first time that Kokubun …


TOKIO’s Kokubun Taichi to challenge Tokyo Marathon

TOKIO member Kokubun Taichi has announced that he would be challenging the “Tokyo Marathon 2011“, which will be held on February 27th.

This marks the first time that Kokubun has tried the full marathon (42.195km), and according to Kokubun, he started training under an expert’s advice for the Tokyo Marathon in December.

At the press conference, Kokubun was asked, “What is …