Itokin

Itokin was a member of the Japanese J-pop group ET-King.

Biography

Itokin was born in Sanda, Hyōgo. He graduated from Uenodai Junior High School and Arima High School, and attended college.

Career

In 1999 he became a member of a band, performing as the lead guitarist. He then formed ET-king with Tenn and Klutch. In 2005, he moved in to a shared home with seven members of ET-King. He was an MC and a producer for the group.
Acting as a leader of ET-King, his roles included track production and composition.
Since October 2012, he served as a personality on the MBS Radio program 'with...Yoru wa Radio to Kimetemasu.

Death

Itokin was diagnosed with cancer in July 2017. He died from cancer at age 38 on 31 January 2018.