YOSHIMOTO KOGYO

The Largest Talent And
Entertainment Agency In Japan

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About
YOSHIMOTO

Founded In 1912
Since our humble beginning as a theatre in 1912, we've brought laughter to audiences for over a century and continue to brighten the world with comedy every day. We're proud to present a roster of over 6,000 performers and creators active in all areas of live comedy, the stage, movies, television, radio, podcasts and digital platforms. Comedy entertainment is Yoshimoto's DNA.
Over 6,000
Entertainers
Our stars are top household names in Japan, beloved throughout Asia. Whether is Naomi Watanabe dancing and makes waves through her fashion, Yuriyan Retriever getting laughs on international TV shows, or even Wes-P making audiences laugh on social media, we have got something for everyone.
5,000+
Annual Productions
With over 5,000 annual productions, our writers, producers and directors consistently create distinctive and innovative formats and programs. Our show Documental (LOL: Last One Laughing) has become an international hit with versions in France, Mexico, Australia, and more. Laughter is a superpower. Let's spread the fun and joy!

What is
Japanese
Comedy

Japanese comedy is comedy unchained. Wacky and irreverent, tenaciously deep dive, and always fresh as sushi. It knows no borders nor boundaries, broad-minded comedy for the digital age with roots in the cultural tradition of “Manzai” dating back to 1,000 A.D. Second only to anime, comedy or "Owarai" in Japanese is one of the country's most celebrated forms of homegrown entertainment. From sidesplitting stand-up performances to variety shows featuring weird skits and pranks to extreme competitions challenging mental and physical skills, comedy in Japan is truly, madly, deeply unforgettable.

FORMATS
AND PROGRAMS

UNSCRIPTED

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ANIME

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DRAMA

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DOCUMENTARY

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FILM

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COMPANIES

  • Tokyo Headquarters

    Yoshimoto Kogyo

    5-18-21 Shinjuku Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022 Japan

  • Osaka

    Yoshimoto Kogyo

    11-6 Namba Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka

  • Los Angeles

    Yoshimoto Entertainment USA,Inc

    11500 W.Olympic BLVD Suite 400 Los Angeles, USA 90064

  • Seoul

    Yoshimoto Music Entertainment KOREA

    No.504, 5F, 161, Yangwha-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

  • Shanghai

    Shanghai Yoshimoto Culture Entertainment, Inc

    Room 1008, 1728, Nanjing Xi Rd, Jingan District, Shanghai, CHINA

  • Taipei

    Yoshimoto Entertainment Taipei Co., Ltd.

    14F-4, No. 85, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao East Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 100-49, Taiwan

  • Bangkok

    Yoshimoto Entertainment(Thailand) Co.,Ltd.

    21/85 Soi Soonvijai, New Petchburi Road,Bangkapi,Huaykwang,Bangkok 10311,Thailand

  • Jakarta

    PT Yoshimoto Kreatif Indonesia

    Go Work Kemang X, Kemang 10 Building Level 2, Jl. Kemang Raya No.10, Bangka, Kec. Mampang Prapatan, Jakarta Selatan 12731

CONTACT internationalsales@yoshimoto.co.jp