Biography
Who is Aki Takajō?
Early career and AKB48
Aki Takajō joined the sixth generation of AKB48 after auditioning for the group. She earned a spot in Team A following her entry. Her debut took place on August 23, 2008, during the concert titled Live DVD wa Derudarou kedo, Yappari Nama ni Kagiruze. This early period saw her quickly rise through the ranks of the idol group.
By December 29, Aki achieved a full membership in Team A. This promotion happened only 71 days after her theater debut. At that time, this was the fastest promotion in the history of AKB48. She later participated in the 2010 general elections where she finished in 13th place. This result secured her a position on the track for Heavy Rotation.
Music and group activities
Aki was part of the sub-unit French Kiss alongside members Yuki Kashiwagi and Asuka Kuramochi. Their single Zutto Mae Kara reached number five on the Oricon charts. She also performed on the AKB48 single Ponytail to Shushu in 2010. Her musical career included various stage units such as Team A 5th Stage and Team K 4th Stage.
In 2012, the group underwent a reorganization at the Tokyo Dome concert series. Aki was sent to Jakarta to support the sister group JKT48. She held a concurrent position in AKB48 Team B during 2013. However, she was released from her JKT48 roles in February 2014. By 2015, she had moved to AKB48 Team K.
Graduation and professional shifts
Aki Takajō announced her departure from the group during the Kōhaku Uta Gassen on December 15, 2015. Her official graduation ceremony was held on February 23, 2016. She finished her time with AKB48 on May 1, 2016. Following her exit, she became a freelancer on May 2, 2016.
Her professional affiliations changed several times over the following years. She worked with Watanabe Entertainment and Is.Field previously. In November 2017, she joined the talent agency Is.Field. Most recently, Aki announced her affiliation with Horipro on October 3, 2025. She has also appeared in films like Majisuka Gakuen and Majisuka Gakuen 2.
Family life
Aki Takajō married Yuji Takahashi on February 28, 2019. Her husband is a footballer who is both Filipino and Japanese. The couple has two children together. She gave birth to her first son on November 7, 2019. Her second son arrived on September 2, 2022.
Birthday and age
Aki Takajō was born on October 3, 1991, which makes Aki 35 years old today. That birthday falls under the Libra sign. Aki shares the date with 40 other famous people.
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