Exploring the Daily Life of High School Actor Soya Kurokawa, Known for 'Monster' and 'Kokuho': Interview Now Streaming on New Subscription 'Shincho QUE'!
On May 18, Shinchosha launched 'Shincho QUE', a subscription-based digital media platform for non-fiction and humanities content. To commemorate the launch, the platform is featuring a two-part interview with actor Soya Kurokawa, known for his roles in director Hirokazu Kore-eda's 'Monster' and other acclaimed works.
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On May 18, Shinchosha launched a new subscription-based digital media platform featuring a wide range of non-fiction and humanities content. In conjunction with the launch, the service is featuring an interview with actor Soya Kurokawa.
Soya Kurokawa has gained high praise for his major roles in acclaimed works such as director Hirokazu Kore-eda's 'Monster' and the social phenomenon 'Kokuho'. The interview delves into behind-the-scenes stories from these films and explores his daily life as a high school student, with a focus on movies, photography, and film cameras.
'Shincho QUE' offers unlimited e-book access to Shinchosha's best-selling novels, new books, and selections, alongside a robust offering of original articles. To celebrate the launch, the special two-part interview with Kurokawa is now available.
Kurokawa joined Tachi Pro in 2022. Since then, he has consistently landed major roles, including in 'Monster' (2023), which won multiple awards at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'Kokuho' (2025). He joined Tachi Pro at age 12 after being inspired by actor Hiroshi Tachi four years ago.
The first part of the interview discusses how he joined the agency, production secrets from his films, and behind-the-scenes stories from the new movie 'Menkyo Henno!?', set to be released on June 19. The second part focuses on his daily life as a high school student, including his activities in the photography club and his passion for watching movies.
[What is the 'Power to Question'? 5 Things You Can Do with Shincho QUE]
1. Pocket the Pro Brain: Accumulate knowledge from experts.
2. Install Intellectual Habits: Curated e-books and educational videos.
3. Get Inside Info Fast: Receive the e-version of 'Shukan Shincho' one day before release.
4. Strengthen Intelligence: Unlimited access to the member-only site 'Foresight'.
5. Archive Daily Thoughts: Store 'questions' and notes to organize your thinking.
[Plan Details]
- Premium Plan: 2,400 JPY/month (tax included)
- Premium Plus Plan: 24,000 JPY/year (tax included)
- International + Foresight Plan: 800 JPY/month (tax included)
* Premium Plus plan members receive a special tote bag with unpublished works by Tadanori Yokoo.
* Corporate plans are also available.
Soya Kurokawa has gained high praise for his major roles in acclaimed works such as director Hirokazu Kore-eda's 'Monster' and the social phenomenon 'Kokuho'. The interview delves into behind-the-scenes stories from these films and explores his daily life as a high school student, with a focus on movies, photography, and film cameras.
'Shincho QUE' offers unlimited e-book access to Shinchosha's best-selling novels, new books, and selections, alongside a robust offering of original articles. To celebrate the launch, the special two-part interview with Kurokawa is now available.
Kurokawa joined Tachi Pro in 2022. Since then, he has consistently landed major roles, including in 'Monster' (2023), which won multiple awards at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'Kokuho' (2025). He joined Tachi Pro at age 12 after being inspired by actor Hiroshi Tachi four years ago.
The first part of the interview discusses how he joined the agency, production secrets from his films, and behind-the-scenes stories from the new movie 'Menkyo Henno!?', set to be released on June 19. The second part focuses on his daily life as a high school student, including his activities in the photography club and his passion for watching movies.
[What is the 'Power to Question'? 5 Things You Can Do with Shincho QUE]
1. Pocket the Pro Brain: Accumulate knowledge from experts.
2. Install Intellectual Habits: Curated e-books and educational videos.
3. Get Inside Info Fast: Receive the e-version of 'Shukan Shincho' one day before release.
4. Strengthen Intelligence: Unlimited access to the member-only site 'Foresight'.
5. Archive Daily Thoughts: Store 'questions' and notes to organize your thinking.
[Plan Details]
- Premium Plan: 2,400 JPY/month (tax included)
- Premium Plus Plan: 24,000 JPY/year (tax included)
- International + Foresight Plan: 800 JPY/month (tax included)
* Premium Plus plan members receive a special tote bag with unpublished works by Tadanori Yokoo.
* Corporate plans are also available.
FAQ
What content is available on Shincho QUE?
It includes unlimited access to e-books, early digital access to Shukan Shincho, and the member-only media site Foresight.
Are there corporate plans?
Yes, corporate plans for companies are available.
What are the benefits of the Premium Plus plan?
The annual Premium Plus plan (24,000 JPY) includes an exclusive tote bag featuring unpublished works by Tadanori Yokoo.