Father's Day Special: The Ideal Father Figure Revealed! 'Top 20 Celebrities People Wish Were Their Dads' Announced Based on Survey of 2,613 Respondents — Age-Specific Rankings Also Released. Who Took the Top Spot?

Father's Day gift media 'Chichinohi.jp' (https://chichinohi.jp/) conducted a nationwide survey asking, 'Which celebrities or public figures would you most want as your father?' The results revealed a cross-generational ideal of the perfect father figure.

Overall No.1: Sho George

Second place: Hiroshi Tate

Third place: Takuya Kimura

These are the final results.

【Survey Overview】

Survey Area: Nationwide

Survey Organizer: Chichinohi.jp

Method: Online survey

Respondents: 2,613 individuals aged 10s to 80s

Survey Period: May 22 – June 16, 2026

Beyond the recent focus on 'involved fathers' (Ikumen) and family-engaged parenting styles, the survey also highlights growing appreciation for values such as reliability, life experience, humor, and freedom of lifestyle—revealing fascinating generational differences in ideals of fatherhood.

Top 20 Celebrities People Wish Were Their Fathers

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Top 20 Celebrities & Public Figures People Wish Were Their Fathers

【1st Place】Sho George

A representative of the 'father who enjoys life'—someone who fully embraces hobbies and fun while also valuing family time. Many respondents projected their ideal father image onto his natural and rich lifestyle.

【2nd Place】Hiroshi Tate

A dashing and dignified presence with a strong sense of warmth and inclusiveness. His aura of reliability—'someone who will protect the family no matter what'—earned him widespread support.

【3rd Place】Takuya Kimura

Despite being a top-tier celebrity, he's known for prioritizing family. Among younger generations, many expressed admiration, saying, 'I'd be proud to have a dad like him.'

【4th Place】Sanma Akashiya

A bright, positive figure who brings smiles to everyone around. His humorous and joyful personality made him a popular choice as a father who would create a fun family atmosphere.

【5th Place】Shohei Ohtani

A superstar who has achieved global success through sincerity and relentless effort. His admirable character and outstanding achievements earned praise as 'the ideal role model back that children should look up to.'

【6th Place】Hideki Takahashi

Known for his gentle nature, dignity, and family-oriented image. His well-documented close relationship with his daughter contributed to his image as a kind, supportive father.

【7th Place】Takashi Sorimachi

A cool, composed presence with a strong sense of masculinity. With a clear image of valuing family, he is popular as a 'stylish and dependable father.'

【8th Place】Hiroshi Abe

Sincere, reliable, and radiating a solid sense of calm. His roles in dramas often portray warm, inclusive characters, reinforcing his image as an ideal father figure.

【9th Place】Tsuyoshi Muro

Charming and approachable, with a friendly personality. His down-to-earth vibe makes him seem like a dad you could hang out with easily—earning support as 'a fun father to be around.'

【10th Place】Takeshi Kitano (Takeshi)

An intellectual, calm presence who exudes life experience and composure. Without saying much, he gives a sense of security—praised as 'a father who quietly watches over you.'

【11th Place】Yojiro Takahashi (Dai Tenshin)

A beloved figure combining humor and approachability. He's supported as a father who would keep the family atmosphere bright and cheerful.

【12th Place】Yuzo Kayama

Affectionately known as the 'Eternal Young Captain,' he's admired for his refreshing and active lifestyle. His ability to enjoy life at any age made him an ideal father figure.

【13th Place】Masaharu Fukuyama

An intelligent, sophisticated adult with refined charm. His image of valuing both career and family made him a 'father to be proud of.'

【14th Place】Taiyo Sugipura

Widely recognized as one of the entertainment industry's leading Ikumen (involved fathers). His active participation in child-rearing earned high praise as the 'ideal parenting dad.'

【15th Place】Ryohei Suzuki

Known for his seriousness, diligence, and giving his all to everything he does. His sincere character earned him support as 'a father children would respect.'

【16th Place】Ken Takakura

A quiet yet deeply responsible and manly presence. Without needing to speak, he embodies the Showa-era ideal father who protects his family—retaining enduring popularity.

【17th Place】Kohei Kumura

Gentle, kind, and widely respected. Known for his thoughtfulness and warmth toward others, he's praised as 'a father who provides a sense of security.'

【18th Place】Toshiyuki Nishida

Warm and full of humanity, beloved by many. He's supported as a father who values family and community connections.

【19th Place】Hiromi

Known for his caring nature and diverse hobbies like DIY. With a strong image of valuing family, he's seen as a 'reliable father.'

【20th Place】Takeshi Kitano

A charismatic figure with unique sensibilities and overwhelming presence. Backed by rich life experience, his words and philosophy earned him support as 'a father who could teach you about life.'

Common Traits Among the Top 20

More than just 'kindness'—aspiration toward a father who 'enjoys life'

While recent ideals of fatherhood often focus on child-rearing involvement and household sharing, this survey reveals broader values at play.

Top-ranked figures commonly share these traits:

Enjoying their own lives

Valuing family

Providing a sense of security to others

Remaining attractive with age

Possessing humor and composure

Notably, Sho George (1st), Hiroshi Tate (2nd), and Takuya Kimura (3rd)—though different in style—all embody the modern ideal of 'living authentically while cherishing family.'

As Father's Day approaches, this ranking is more than just a popularity contest. It serves as a fascinating social dataset reflecting 'what Japanese people today value in a father,' offering insights into generational comparisons and evolving family values.

Age-Specific Rankings: Celebrities People Wish Were Their Fathers

This ranking also includes age-specific lists to reveal generational differences in 'ideal dad' preferences. How do ideals of fatherhood differ across generations? Be sure to check the age-specific rankings below.

Top Choices Among Teens (10s)

【1st】Sanma Akashiya

【2nd】Shohei Ohtani

【3rd】Takashi Sorimachi

Top Choices Among 20s

【1st】Takuya Kimura

【2nd】Takashi Sorimachi

【3rd】Shohei Ohtani

Top Choices Among 30s

【1st】Hiroshi Abe

【2nd】Takashi Sorimachi

【3rd】Takuya Kimura

Top Choices Among 40s

【1st】Sho George

【2nd】Hiroshi Tate

【3rd】Takuya Kimura

Top Choices Among 50s

【1st】Sho George

【2nd】Hiroshi Tate

【3rd】Sanma Akashiya

Top Choices Among 60s

【1st】Hideki Takahashi