Introduction
Hikari Kabashima is a Japanese actress who gained widespread recognition through the popular tokusatsu television series Kamen Rider Revice. Born on June 8, 1996, in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, she first entered the public spotlight under the stage name Yui Asakura before later rebranding professionally as Hikari Kabashima in late 2022. Her transition in name marked a new chapter in her acting career while maintaining strong connections with the fan base she built through Japanese television and entertainment media.
Kabashima’s rise reflects the growing global appeal of Japanese tokusatsu productions and modern gravure culture. Her portrayal of Aguilera in Kamen Rider Revice quickly attracted attention for its charismatic blend of villainous elegance and emotional complexity. The role later evolved into a redemption arc for the character Natsuki Hana, transforming her from antagonist to heroine and cementing Kabashima’s status as one of the standout performers in the series.
Beyond television drama, she has also appeared in films, streaming productions, web commercials, and magazine features. Her career combines elements of traditional Japanese television acting, gravure modeling, and digital media appearances—making her part of a new generation of Japanese entertainers who bridge multiple entertainment formats.
Profile
Full Name : Hikari Kabashima
Native Name : 椛島光 (かばしま ひかり)
Also Known As (AKA) : Yui Asakura (浅倉唯)
Nationality : Japanese
Profession : Actress, Former Idol, Gravure Model
Industry Category : Japanese Television Drama, Tokusatsu, Film, Digital Media
Years Active : 2020 – Present
Basic Information : Japanese actress recognized for her breakout role in the tokusatsu series Kamen Rider Revice and subsequent television drama appearances.
Date of Birth : June 8, 1996
Age : 29 (as of 2025)
Birthplace : Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan
Current Residence : Tokyo, Japan
Height : 157 cm
Measurements : B85 – W56 – H82 cm
Shoe Size : 23 cm
Zodiac Sign : Gemini
Blood Type : O
Latest News
Latest News : Hikari Kabashima continues expanding her acting career with multiple Japanese television drama appearances and streaming productions in 2025, while remaining closely associated with the Kamen Rider franchise through spin-off content and fan events.
Career
Career Overview : Kabashima initially moved to Tokyo for university and began working as an idol and voice performer before transitioning into acting, eventually achieving national recognition through tokusatsu television.
Career & Achievements : Breakout role in a major Kamen Rider series, Gravure award recognition in Japan, successful stage-name transition in 2022, continued drama casting across multiple Japanese networks.
Agency / Management : Across Entertainment
Debut : Television acting debut in 2021 through Kamen Rider Revice
Notable Works : Kamen Rider Revice, Kamen Rider Jeanne & Kamen Rider Aguilera with Girls Remix, Narenohate no Bokura, Barakamon, Pro Kanojo no Joken
Brand Collaborations : Universal Studios Japan Campaign, Jeju Air Web Campaign, ContactEARTH Campaign, Dot Yuusha Game Promotion
Magazine Features : Weekly Playboy (Shueisha), Young Jump Digital Photobooks, Shogakukan Gravure Editions
TV / Media Appearances : TV Asahi, NHK, TV Tokyo, Fuji TV, Nippon TV, Toei Tokusatsu Fan Club streaming productions
Awards & Recognition : Grand Prix – Grajapa! Award 2021 (Shueisha)
Career Highlights : Breakthrough portrayal of Aguilera in Kamen Rider Revice, later character redemption arc as Natsuki Hana, release of first photobook chouchou in 2024.
Fashion Style : Elegant feminine styling combined with modern gravure aesthetics and character-driven costume designs
Visual Signature : Expressive eyes, refined facial symmetry, graceful yet confident on-screen presence
Public Image : Known for portraying both charismatic antagonists and sympathetic heroine characters in Japanese drama
Cultural Influence : Represents the modern generation of tokusatsu actresses whose roles reach international audiences through streaming platforms and global fan communities.
Education : Attended university in Tokyo
Languages : Japanese
Hobbies : Gaming, Walking, Watching Films, Spending time with animals
Special Skills : Piano performance, singing Showa-era songs
Personal Interests : Japanese pop culture, storytelling, character acting
Fun facts : She originally auditioned for a different role in Kamen Rider Revice before producers created the Aguilera role concept specifically suited to her presence.
Behind-the-scenes notes : Her character’s story arc was significantly expanded after producers recognized her strong on-screen charisma and fan response.
Lesser-known details : Her former stage name “Yui Asakura” was partly inspired by the character Minami Asakura from the classic manga Touch.
SNS
Official Website : https://across-ent.com/talent/women/hikari_kabashima.html
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/hikari_kabashima
X (Twitter) : https://twitter.com/2324hikarisan
TikTok : Appears in promotional short-form video projects
YouTube : Featured in digital comic and promotional content collaborations
Other Platforms : Toei Tokusatsu Fan Club, Lemino, TVer
Image Source : SNS