Tarō Yamamoto is a Japanese politician and former actor, who is the founder and current leader of the anti-establishment political party Reiwa Shinsengumi. Yamamoto served as a member of the House of Councillors from 2013 to 2019 for Tokyo, initially as an independent and later as member of the People's Life Party / Liberal Party. He was a candidate in the 2020 Tokyo gubernatorial election, as a member of Reiwa Shinsengumi.
Yamamoto was born in Takarazuka, Hyogo; his father died shortly after his birth, and he and his two older sisters were raised by their mother, who sold Persian carpets. He said in his speech that when he was called to the principal's office when he was 11 years old and asked about his future dream, he answered, "Prime Minister".
Yamamoto began his career as a television personality in 1990, appearing in dramas such as Futarikko (1996–97) and Shinsengumi! (2004). He appeared in dozens of films, including Battle Royale (2000) and Moon Child (2003), winning a Blue Ribbon Award for Best Supporting Actor for the latter. He continued appearing in films and television until 2013.
| Date of Birth | 24th November 1974 |
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| Age | 50 Years |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Country | Japan |
| Current City | Takarazuka |
| Birth Place | Takarazuka |
| Nationality | Japan |
| Citizenship | Japan |
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| Mino-Jiyu Gakuen Junior and Senior High School |
| Occupation | politician, film actor, television actor |
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Movies / Shows by Taro Yamamoto
Kaiji 2: The Ultimate Gambler
My Way
Kamen Rider × Kamen Rider OOO & W Featuring Skull: Movie War Core
