Arashi is an acclaimed Japanese boy band formed by Johnny & Associates, consisting of Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya and Jun Matsumoto.
They debuted on November 3, 1999, releasing a single “Lan” and by means such as “Love is so sweet” Especially after their connection to the popular TV series.
Over the years, Arashi became Asia’s best-selling boy band, selling more than 58.8 million records. In 2020, they announced a pause starting December 31, 2020.
contour
- Full name: Lan
- Date of establishment: September 15, 1999
- Years active: 1999 to present
- Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii
- Nationality: Japanese
- Genres: J-pop, rock, R&B and hip-hop
- Tags: Pony Canyon (1999–2001), J Storm (2002–2020)
- Members: Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazuya Ninomiya, Jun Matsumoto
- Net worth: $560 million
early life and education
Arashi is a famous Japanese boy band formed on September 15, 1999 in Honolulu, Hawaii. The group consists of five members: Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya, and Jun Matsumoto.
They debuted with a single “Lan” On November 3, 1999, under the banner of Johnny & Associates, it quickly became famous and became popular not only in Japan but also internationally.
Ohno Satoshi
Ohno Satoshi was born on November 26, 1980 in Mitaka City, Tokyo, Japan. He is the son of government official Ohno Mamoru, and his mother Ohno Mina is a professor at a famous women’s university and the heiress of a famous company. Ohno has a sister, but her name is not known to the public. He is Japanese and his religious beliefs are not widely known.
Sakurai Sho
Sho Sakurai was born on January 25, 1982 in Tokyo, Japan. He is the son of Sakurai Shun, a government official who held important positions such as Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, and his mother, a professor of literature at a university and the heiress of a printing company.
Sho is the eldest of three siblings, his sister Mai is a reporter for Japanese television, and his younger brother Shu.
He attended Keio Yochisha Elementary School and later graduated from Keio University in March 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in economics. He is Japanese and his religious beliefs are not publicly known.
Masaki Aiba
Masaki Aiba was born on December 24, 1982 in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. His mother’s name is not known to the public, but she runs Chinahouse Keikarou, a family restaurant in Chiba. Details about his father remain largely public.
He has a younger brother named Yusuke. Aiba attended and graduated from Makuhari Hongo High School and then began his acting career. He is Japanese and his religious beliefs are not publicly known.
Ninomiya Kazuya
Ninomiya Kazuya was born on June 17, 1983 in Tokyo, Japan. His parents, whose names are not known to the public, are known as Mr. and Mrs. Ninomiya.
He may have siblings, but their names have not been revealed. In March 2002, at the age of 18, he graduated from Lizhishe High School. Ninomiya is Japanese and his religious beliefs are not known to the public.
Jun Matsumoto
Jun Matsumoto was born on August 30, 1983 in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, Japan. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Matsumoto, whose names are not known to the public. It is unclear if he has any siblings as their names have not been revealed.
Matsumoto graduated from Horikoshi Gakuen, a famous performing arts high school in Japan, in March 2002. He is Japanese, and while his religious affiliation is unknown, there is no public information confirming his beliefs.
Profession
Arashi is a famous Japanese boy band formed by Johnny & Associates on September 15, 1999 in Honolulu, Hawaii. The band released its debut single on November 3, 1999.
Initially, their commercial success was modest, but in 2007 they achieved success by releasing “Love is so sweet” Popular because of its association with drama boys over flowers 2. This marked a pivotal point in the band’s rise to fame.
The group consists of Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya and Jun Matsumoto. Each member began their acting careers at a young age, and their connections to theater and television further increased their popularity. “Love is so sweet” Korashi’s first single to sell over 400,000 copies, helped solidify their place in the Japanese music industry.
Beginning in 2007, Arashi experienced a series of successes, becoming the first artist to top the Oricon singles chart for multiple years in a row. their singles “Truth/Longing for the Wind” (2008) and “one Love” Laying the foundation for continued dominance, they made history in 2009 by topping the Oricon singles, albums and music DVD charts simultaneously. Their success continued into 2010, with all singles reaching the top ten.
As of 2020, Lan has sold more than 58.8 million albums, singles and videos, making it the best-selling boy band in Asia. Their influence extends beyond music, with successful concert tours, television appearances and variety shows. Even though they announced they would be taking a break at the end of 2020 to allow members to work on personal projects, their popularity remains high.
Awards and nominations
- Japan Golden Disc Awards: They won this prestigious award a record-breaking six times, cementing their status as one of Japan’s best-selling artists.
- World Music Awards: Arashi has also had a major impact on the global music scene, winning multiple World Music Awards, including World’s Best Song, World’s Best Live Performance, World’s Best Album, World’s Best Group, and World’s Best Video.
- Japan Billboard Music Awards: They have consistently topped the Japanese charts and received numerous accolades at the Japan Billboard Music Awards.
- Japan Record Awards: This award honors outstanding achievements in the Japanese music industry, and Arashi has won this award many times.
social media
- Instagram account: @arashi_5_official
- Facebook account: Lan official page
- Twitter account: @arashi5official
personal life
Kazunari Ninomiya, a member of the Japanese boy band Arashi, married former newscaster Ayako Ito in November 2019, becoming the first member of the group to publicly announce their marriage.
In September 2021, Arashi members Sho Sakurai and Masaki Aiba also revealed their marriages to partners outside the entertainment industry. While Ninomiya’s choice of spouse initially sparked dissatisfaction among some fans, his bandmates expressed support for his decision.
discography
- Studio album: Arashi No.1 Ichigou: Arashi wa Arashi o Yobu! (1999), here we go! (2001), how’s it going? (2002), Iza, now! (2003), one (2004), Arashik (2005), time (2006), all the best! 1999-2009 (2008), 5×20 All the best! ! 1999-2019 (2019), This is Lan (2017), This is Lan (2020)
- Compilation album: Arashi Singles Collection 1999-2001 (2001), 5×5 2002-2004 Selections (2004), all the best! 1999-2009 (2008), ullah ara fanaticism (2012), Best of Ulla Allah 2008-2011 (2016), 5×20 All the best! ! 1999-2019 (2020)
- singles: [List continues with all singles from 1999-2020]
- Concert video: [List continues with all concert videos from 2000-2020]
film chronology
- Pikanch life is hard Dakedo happy (2002)
- Minamida Kiroi (2007)
- Arashi Anniversary Tour 5×20 Movie “Record of Memories” (2021)
net worth
Arashi is one of Japan’s most successful boy bands and has an estimated net worth of $560 million. Since forming in 1999, they have amassed this wealth through music sales, concert tours and television appearances.
The band holds the title of Asia’s best-selling boy band, with more than 58.8 million albums and singles sold in 2020. Each member reportedly earns between 20 and 28 million yen per year, or approximately $242,000 to $340,000.
