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Showji Kumamoto (SHOWJI)
Recording Artist/Singer-Songwriter/Actor/Model
Profile:
About SHOWJI
Showji Kumamoto, professionally known as SHOWJI, is a Japanese-born, New York-based recording artist with a soulful voice and a deep emotional connection to his music. Born in Fukuoka, Japan, SHOWJI moved to New York in 2010 to pursue a dream that began when a close friend declared they would become a singer. That moment sparked his own desire to follow the path of music — a journey that continues to evolve and inspire.
SHOWJI’s artistry spans R&B, soul, and gospel, shaped by his rigorous vocal training under the mentorship of vocal coach Stacy Penson, who has had a profound impact on his musical philosophy. Under Penson’s guidance, SHOWJI mastered the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) system and now offers English pronunciation coaching to Japanese vocalists. His bilingual fluency in English and Japanese allows him to connect with audiences around the world in a truly authentic way.
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🎤 Career Highlights
•Apollo Theater (Harlem, NY): Second Place Winner at Amateur Night; multiple finalist appearances
•McDonald’s Gospel Fest (2014): Selected as one of the Top 4 Male Soloists from over 20,000 applicants
•National Anthem Performances: Featured performer of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Japanese and Asian cultural festivals in Las Vegas, San Francisco, Denver, and New Jersey
•The Recording Academy Member Event (2024): Performer in both New York and New Jersey
•SOHO House NYC: Guest vocalist with “Sing Harlem”
•New York Fashion Week: Featured performer
•Guinness World Record Participation: Member of the largest gospel choir ever assembled
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🎶 Music & Discography
SHOWJI’s original music blends heartfelt lyrics with rich, soulful melodies. His songs speak to universal emotions — love, loss, healing, and hope.
•Single: “Lady B”
•Single: “Time Machine”
Available on:
🎵 Spotify
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🎬 Acting & Modeling
In addition to his music career, SHOWJI is a multifaceted performer:
•Voice-over for the horror film Bashira
•Off-Broadway theater performances in New York
•Fashion model appearances, including features in GQ Magazine
•Featured in documentaries such as the Japanese TV program “1 Minute for the Future”
•30-minute interview on BronxNet TV (The Legends by Tyrone Lowe, September 2024), where he discussed his early life in Japan, career in the U.S., and his message to aspiring Asian artists abroad.
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🌏 Bilingual & Culturally Rooted
SHOWJI’s ability to seamlessly move between cultures and languages makes him a unique voice in today’s global music landscape. As a proud Japanese artist living in America, he aims to create music that resonates across borders, breaks stereotypes, and uplifts the voices of those who feel unseen.
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📬 Contact & Social Media
To book SHOWJI or inquire about performances, please use the contact form on this website.
You can also connect with him through social media:
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💬 “Through music, I can express the questions I have about society, the things I’m too afraid to say out loud, and the emotions that words alone can’t carry. If my song can make even one person choose to live another day, then that is enough.” — SHOWJI
🌟 SHOWJI（ショウジ）公式プロフィール
シンガー / ソングライター / 俳優 / モデル
■ プロフィール
熊本翔士（くまもと・しょうじ）、アーティスト名「SHOWJI」は、福岡県出身・ニューヨーク在住のシンガーソングライター。ジャンルを超えて人々の心に響く音楽を届ける表現者です。
2010年に単身渡米。友人の「歌手になる」という一言がきっかけで、自らも音楽の道を志し、ニューヨークで本格的にボーカルトレーニングを開始。今では家族のような存在となった師匠、Stacy Penson氏のもとで7年間にわたり英語発音（IPA）を学び、現在は日本人シンガーへの英語発音指導も行っています。
R&B、ソウル、ゴスペルを中心に、心の奥深くに訴える歌声と誠実なメッセージが支持され、アメリカと日本を拠点に国際的な活動を展開しています。
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■ 主な実績・出演歴
•アポロシアター（NY）：アマチュアナイト準優勝・複数回ファイナリスト出演
•マクドナルド・ゴスペル・フェスティバル（2014）：2万人の応募の中から男性ソロ・トップ4に選出
•全米各地のフェスティバルに出演：ラスベガス、サンフランシスコ、デンバー、ニュージャージー州などのジャパニーズ／アジアンフェスティバルにて国歌「星条旗（Star-Spangled Banner）」を独唱
•グラミー協会主催イベント（2024）：ニューヨーク／ニュージャージーでのライブ出演
•SOHO House NYC：「Sing Harlem」との共演パフォーマンス
•ニューヨーク・ファッションウィーク出演
•ギネス世界記録参加：世界最大のゴスペル合唱団に参加
■ ディスコグラフィー・音楽作品
SHOWJIの楽曲は、深くパーソナルな感情を豊かなメロディに乗せて届ける、唯一無二のソウルミュージックです。
•🎵 「Lady B」
• 🎵 「Time Machine」
配信中の音楽プラットフォーム：
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■ 演技・モデル活動
SHOWJIは音楽にとどまらず、俳優・声優・モデルとしても活躍中：
•ホラー映画『Bashira』にて声優出演
•オフ・ブロードウェイでの舞台経験あり
•British GQ をはじめとしたファッションモデル活動
•ドキュメンタリー番組『1分間の未来予想図（ナンテ未来ダ!? 首都福岡）』に出演
•**BronxNet TV（2024年9月）**の番組『The Legends by Tyrone Lowe』にて30分インタビュー出演（日本での幼少期、米国での音楽活動、海外で夢を追うアジア人へのメッセージなどを語る）
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■ 言語・アイデンティティ
SHOWJIは日本語と英語のバイリンガル。言語だけでなく文化や感情を深く理解し、日米をはじめとする世界中の人々とリアルに繋がれることが大きな強みです。
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■ お問い合わせ・SNSリンク
出演依頼・メディア出演・コラボレーションのご相談は、お問い合わせフォームよりご連絡ください。
SNSからのフォロー・メッセージもお待ちしています：
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💬 「歌は、社会への問い、自分の中の恥ずかしさ、言葉にならない思いを表現できる手段。たったひとりでも、“もう少し生きてみよう”と思ってもらえるような歌を届けたい。」
— SHOWJI
Showji Kumamoto, known professionally as SHOWJI, is a dynamic singer-songwriter with a distinctive voice and a passion for music that transcends genres. Standing at 6′ and weighing 183 lbs, SHOWJI’s presence is as compelling as his performances.
Music and Performances:
SHOWJI has an impressive portfolio of original songs available on various platforms, including HearNow, Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. His social media presence spans TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X(Twitter) where he engages with a growing fanbase all over the world especially in Asia, Japan and the US.
In 2024, SHOWJI performed at notable events such as The Recording Academy Member Event in New York, New Jersey and various Japanese/Asian Festivals in Little Tokyo LA,San Francisco, Denver and Las Vegas. His rendition of the National Anthem”Star-Spangled Banner”at these events received widespread acclaim. Other notable performances include a feature with “Sing Harlem” at SOHO House NYC and multiple appearances at the Apollo Theater, where he has secured top positions.
Career Highlights:
SHOWJI’s career is decorated with numerous awards and accolades. He was a winner at the NY Apollo Theater Amateur Night and one of the top four male soloists at the McDonald’s Gospel Fest, chosen as 1 of 4 male solo finalist from 20,000 competitors. His performance at New York Fashion Week and his involvement in the Guinness World Record for the largest Gospel choir highlight his versatile talents.
Experience:
Beyond music, SHOWJI has showcased his versatility through various roles, including voice-over work for the horror film “Bashira” and participation in off-Broadway productions. He has also modeled for fashion brands and appeared on GQ magazine, in documentaries, such as the Japanese TV program “1 Minute for the Future.” TV Nishi Nipponナンテ未来ダ!?首都福岡 September,2024, SHOWJI got 30 minutes TV interview at Bronx Net TV. The channel called “The Legends by Tyrone Lowe” Talked about his early life in Japan,music career in the US and what you would you tell all Asian, Japanese people who are trying to make living abroad.
Languages:
SHOWJI is fluent in both English and Japanese, which enhances his ability to connect with a diverse audience.
For more information or to book a performance, you can reach at BOOK SHOWJI or follow him on his social media platforms. Instagram TikTok FaceBook X(Twitter) and YouTube
