Introduction
Ririka Yoshida is a Japanese actress and former stage performer best known for her time in the prestigious Takarazuka Revue, one of Japan’s most influential musical theatre institutions. Standing at 173 cm with a distinctive nine-head proportion physique, Yoshida first gained recognition performing male roles as an otokoyaku under the stage name Reiya Rion.
Born in Tokyo, she entered the competitive Takarazuka Music School in 2016 and debuted professionally in 2018 as a member of the 104th class of the Takarazuka Revue. During her years with the Flower Troupe, she built a reputation for disciplined stage performance, expressive movement, and elegant presence.
After leaving the Takarazuka Revue in 2022, Yoshida reintroduced herself to the entertainment industry under her real name. She has since expanded her career across theatre productions, television dramas, and high-profile digital photobook projects with major Japanese publishers.
Today, she represents a growing generation of former Takarazuka performers successfully transitioning into mainstream Japanese entertainment while maintaining the refined artistry of their theatrical training.
Profile
Full Name : Ririka Yoshida
Native Name : 吉田 莉々加 (よしだ りりか)
Stage Name : Reiya Rion
Also Known As (AKA) : Ririka, Reiya
Nationality : Japanese
Profession : Actress, Stage Performer, Former Takarazuka Revue Otokoyaku
Industry Category : Theatre, Television Drama, Musical Theatre, Digital Photobook
Years Active : 2018 – Present
Basic Information : Japanese actress and former Takarazuka Revue Flower Troupe otokoyaku performer who transitioned into television, theatre, and digital photobook media.
Date of Birth : July 27, 2000
Age : 25 (as of 2025)
Birthplace : Mitaka City, Tokyo, Japan
Current Residence : Tokyo, Japan
Height : 173 cm
Measurements : B85 – W59 – H86
Zodiac Sign : Leo
Blood Type : O
Latest News
In 2025, Ririka Yoshida continued expanding her entertainment career through multiple digital photobook releases with major Japanese publishers including Kodansha and Shogakukan, while also maintaining appearances in television dramas and stage productions under her agency Japan Music Entertainment.
Career
Career Overview
Ririka Yoshida’s entertainment career began with her admission to Takarazuka Music School in 2016. After graduating, she debuted in 2018 as part of the Takarazuka Revue’s 104th class. Her first stage appearance came in the production “ANOTHER WORLD / Killer Rouge,” where she performed under the stage name Reiya Rion.
During her time in the Flower Troupe, Yoshida appeared in several musical theatre productions including “MESSIAH -Ibungo Amakusa Shiro-,” “Casanova,” and “A Fairy Tale.” As an otokoyaku performer, she specialized in portraying male roles, a unique tradition within the all-female Takarazuka company.
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In April 2022, she concluded her Takarazuka career with the musical “TOP HAT.” Following her departure, Yoshida returned to the entertainment industry using her real name and began pursuing opportunities across television dramas, theatre productions, and digital publishing projects.
Her transition into gravure-style digital photobooks brought renewed public attention. Major publishers including Kodansha, Shogakukan, and Shueisha released several collections highlighting her distinctive tall silhouette and refined stage-trained posture.
Career & Achievements
Former member of the Takarazuka Revue Flower Troupe, successful transition to television and commercial entertainment, multiple digital photobook releases with major Japanese publishers, recognized for nine-head proportion visuals.
Agency / Management : Japan Music Entertainment (2024–Present), formerly Oscar Promotion
Debut : 2018 – Takarazuka Revue “ANOTHER WORLD / Killer Rouge”
Notable Works : ANOTHER WORLD, Killer Rouge, MESSIAH -Ibungo Amakusa Shiro-, CASANOVA, A Fairy Tale, Genroku Baroque Rock, TOP HAT, Rogers/Hart, Futekisetsu ni mo Hodo ga Aru! (TBS), Saionji-san wa Kaji wo Shinai (TBS)
Brand Collaborations : Kodansha, Shogakukan, Shueisha
Magazine Features : Weekly Gendai Digital, Weekly Post Digital, FRIDAY Digital, Weekly Playboy PHOTO BOOK
TV / Media Appearances : TBS drama series appearances, Japanese variety shows, entertainment media interviews
Career Highlights : Transitioned from Takarazuka male-role performer to mainstream actress while gaining recognition through major Japanese digital photobook publications.
Cultural & Personal Profile
Fashion Style : Elegant Japanese fashion, modern feminine silhouettes, editorial gravure styling
Visual Signature : 173 cm tall frame, nine-head body proportion, sharp facial features, refined stage posture
Public Image : Sophisticated former theatre performer transitioning into modern Japanese entertainment media
Cultural Influence : Represents a new generation of Takarazuka graduates successfully bridging classical theatre training with contemporary media industries
Education : Meisei Gakuen Junior High School, Takarazuka Music School
Major : Performing Arts, Musical Theatre
Languages : Japanese
Hobbies : Theatre appreciation, fitness training, performing arts
Special Skills : Dance, stage acting, otokoyaku performance technique, expressive movement control
Personal Interests : Theatre culture, fashion styling, artistic photography
Fun facts : She debuted in the prestigious 104th class of the Takarazuka Revue and ranked 39th upon graduation.
Behind-the-scenes notes : Known for disciplined rehearsal habits and precise stage movement developed during her Takarazuka training.
Lesser-known details : Her former stage name Reiya Rion continues to be widely searched among international Takarazuka theatre fans.
SNS
Official Website : https://japanmusic.jp/talent/yoshida_ririka/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ririca_yoshida/
X (Twitter) : https://x.com/ririka_yoshida
TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@ririca.ririca
Other Platforms : Digital photobook releases through Kodansha, Shogakukan, Shueisha publishing platforms
Image Source : SNS