Kinki Kids

Kinki Kids is a Japanese popular group established by Johnny's Entertainment Company. The group members are Tsuyoshi Domoto (堂本剛) and Koichi Domoto (堂本光一).

Related Topics:
Japan - Johnny's Entertainment - Tsuyoshi Domoto - Koichi Domoto

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They made their debut in 1997 with their single Garasu no Shounen (Glass Boy), which made them number one on the hit chart ORICON for many weeks. They are also listed in the Guinness Book of Records, where they are credited with having most singles go to #1. These CDs include Eien no Bloods (Forever Blood) and Hey Minna, Genki Kai? (Hey! How's everybody?).

Related Topics:
1997 - Guinness Book of Records

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Widely known in Japan, the Kinki Kids are very popular among girls of all ages, and their subscription concerts even draw boys. Not only do they sing, but they are also talented actors, having appeared in popular sitcoms. For example, Tsuyoshi played a part in Kindaichi Shounen no Jikenbo (Young Kindaichi's case files), and Koichi was in Remote. They even have their own variety show Domoto Kyoudai (The Domoto brothers), featuring weekly guests.

Related Topics:
Sitcoms - Kindaichi

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Kinki Kids has become one of the most popular groups promoted by Johnny's Entertainment Company. Other successful Johnny's groups include SMAP and Arashi.

Related Topics:
SMAP - Arashi

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