Ryota Katayose


Ryota Katayose is a Japanese singer and actor. He is a vocalist of Generations from Exile Tribe and is represented by LDH.

Early life and career

Katayose is the only child. He learned to play piano from his grandfather and father. He was a keen football player in his youth. He joined the National Training Center to join the team. In February 2010, Katayose participated in the Vocal Audition 2: Yume o Motta Wakamono-tachi e, becoming a finalist. He then joined Osaka's EXPG on a scholarship. On 19 July 2011, Katayose became a candidate for Generations and an official member on 17 April 2012. On 21 November 2011, they made a major debut with the single "Brave It Out". He made his acting debut in the drama GTO. Katayose starred in a leading role for the films, My Brother Loves Me Too Much and Ride Your Wave.

Personal life

On January 1, 2023, Katayose married actress Tao Tsuchiya, and announced that they are expecting their first child together. On August 29, 2023, Tsuchiya and Katayose announced the birth of their first child.