Taiiku Okazaki

About

Akitoshi Oka, better known by his stage name Taiiku Okazaki, is a Japanese musician and songwriter born on July 3, 1989, in Nishinomiya, Hyōgo Prefecture. He rose to fame after making his major debut in 2016 with the album Basin Techno, which featured the viral hit "Music Video," a parody of common music video tropes. Okazaki's work spans various media, including commercial jingles, anime themes, and collaborations with other artists. Notably, he contributed the song "Pose" as the closing theme for Pokémon: Sun & Moon. His music is characterized by its playful and satirical style, and he has released several successful albums, including XXL (2017) and Saitama (2019). Okazaki has also ventured into acting, with appearances in films and TV dramas. His eclectic style and versatile talents have made him a prominent figure in the Japanese entertainment industry.