Arashi (嵐in Japanese text, translates to Storm) is a five-member Japanese boy band under Johnny & Associates. They made their debut in September 15, 1999 in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. The group was signed to the Pony Canyon record label from 1999 to 2001 before transitioning to Johnny's Associates-powered J Storm record label in 2002, producing their future singles and albums.
Oono SatoshiFamily Name: Oono
Given Name: Satoshi
Date Of Birth: 26 November 1980
Horoscope: Sagittarius
Place Of Birth: Tokyo
Blood Type: A
Height: 1.66 m
Weight: 55.0 kg
Family Members: Dad, mum and a elder sister
Pets: Nil
Oono is the leader and the eldest of Arashi. He is the one who can sing and dance the best in the group. His cute (and sometimes blur) reactions never fails to tickles.
He entered Johnny’s Jimusho on 16 October 1994.
Sakurai ShouFamily Name: Sakurai
Given Name: Shou
Date Of Birth: 25 January 1982
Horoscope: Aquarius
Place Of Birth: Tokyo
Blood Type: A
Height: 1.71 m
Weight: 57.2 kg
Family Members: Dad, mum, a younger sister and a younger brother
Pets: Nil
Shou is the rapper for the group and the only one in the group who holds a bachelor degree in Economics. He pens rap lyrics for some their songs. He is also known as “keio boy”.
He entered Johnny’s Jimusho on 22 October 1995.
Aiba MasakiFamily Name: Aiba
Given Name: Masaki
Date Of Birth: 24 December 1982
Horoscope: Capricorn
Place Of Birth: Chiba Prefectual
Blood Type: AB
Height: 1.75 m
Weight: 57.0 kg
Family Members: Dad, mum and a younger brother
Pets: 3 Dogs
Aiba is the most cheerful one in the group, always bringing joy and laughter to the other members. Aiba’s skills in hosting shows and acting are improving.
He entered Johnny’s Jimusho on 15 August 1996.
Ninomiya KazuraniFamily Name: Ninomiya
Given Name: Kazurani
Date Of Birth: 17 June 1983
Horoscope: Gemini
Place Of Birth: Tokyo
Blood Type: A
Height: 1.68 m
Weight: 51.0 kg
Family Members: Dad, mum and elder sister
Pets: A dog and puppies
Nino can play the guitar really well and his singing is improving. His guitar skills is self-taught, a really talented guy. He has won numerous awards for his acting skills.
He entered Johnny’s Jimusho on 19 June 1996.
Matsumoto JunFamily Name: Matsumoto
Given Name: Jun
Date Of Birth: 30 August 1983
Horoscope: Virgo
Place Of Birth: Tokyo
Blood Type: A
Height: 1.73 m
Weight: 58.0 kg
Family Members: Dad, mum and elder sister
Pets: Turtle
Jun is the youngest in Arashi. Jun’s dancing skills are improving. He has acted in many dramas and acted it very well. He is very particular about his fringe.
He entered Johnny’s Jimusho on 17 May 1995.
