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Tomoya Nagase is a Japanese singer and actor, recognized as the youngest member of TOKIO, a musical group under Johnny Entertainment. He serves as the lead vocalist and guitarist alongside TOKIO's leader, Shigeru Joshima. He is also known by nicknames such as Nagase, Tomoya, Naga-kun, Tomo-kun, Baby, and Tomobaby.
Born in Yokohama, his father was a professional motorbike rider. Due to a lack of childcare, he was sent to nursery at six months old. His parents later divorced.
Inspired by bands like Hikaru Genji and SMAP, he responded to a recruitment call from Johnny Entertainment and was accepted as a member of TOKIO.
In 1992, he appeared in several stage plays including PLAYZONE and MASK alongside other TOKIO members. Early in TOKIO's career, he played the tambourine during performances where they acted as background dancers for SMAP.
TOKIO officially debuted as a band on September 21, 1994, releasing their first single, "LOVE YOU ONLY," which sold over 500,000 copies.
Nagase has starred in 42 dramas, with his first leading role in Hakusen Nagashi (1996). He went on to lead in series such as Ikebukuro West Gate Park, Mukodono!, and Tiger & Dragon. Mukodono! marked his first comedic role, followed by another comedic performance in My Boss My Hero. In 2002, he received the Ishihara Yuijiro Award for Best Newcomer for his role in the film Seoul.
He also serves as a brand ambassador for several products, including Fujicolor and TOPPO.
