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Ryuji Imaichi

Ryuji Imaichi
Native name 今市隆二
Born (1986-09-02) September 2, 1986 (age 30)
Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Occupation(s) Singer
Website www.jsoulb.jp
Musical career
Genres J-pop
Instruments Vocals
Years active 2010–present
Labels Rhythm Zone
Associated acts

Ryuji Imaichi (今市 隆二 Imaichi Ryūji?, born September 2, 1986, in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan) is a Japanese singer. He is a vocalist for the dance group, Sandaime J Soul Brothers from Exile Tribe.

Imaichi grew up in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. In July 2006, he participated in the Vocal Battle Audition 2006: Asian Dream. He failed to passed the primary examination. After that he attended vocal training sessions for over 4 years prior to his debut.

In February 2010, Imaichi later participated in the Vocal Battle Audition 2: Yume o Motta Wakamono-tachi e. He passed the final live examination with Hiroomi Tosaka. He later became the vocalist of Sandaime J Soul Brothers from Exile Tribe. In September 27, the group first appeared Fantasy Goya-sai: Exile Tamashī. In November 10, the group released their first single "Best Friend's Girl".

In the past, Imaichi has expressed in several occasions how Exile's Takahiro was a major influence in his career and path to becoming a vocalist.

He is often compared to ATSUSHI, for his resemblance to him while wearing sunglasses.


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