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Sayaka Akimoto

Also known as Akimoto Sayaka, 秋元才加

Born
Jul 26, 1988age 37
height
5'5" (or 165 cm)
nationality
Japanese

Career

Active 2006 – present

Biography

About Sayaka Akimoto

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Sayaka Akimoto (秋元 才加) was born on July 26, 1988, in Makati, Philippines, and holds Japanese nationality. She is best known as a former member of the J-pop idol group AKB48, joining as part of the 2nd generation. Within the group, she served as the captain of Team K and was also a member of the sub-unit Diva. Her career in the entertainment industry spans over two decades, beginning around 2006 when she was 18 years old.

Beyond her idol days, Sayaka has built a successful career as an actress and musician. She stands at 5'5" with brown hair and eyes, and her measurements are 33–24–33. With a substantial following on Instagram, she remains a recognizable figure in Japanese pop culture. Today, she continues to work in the entertainment field, leveraging her experience from her time in AKB48.

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Personal

Years Active
2006-present (started around 18 years old; 20 years active)
Birthplace
Makati, Philippines
Ethnicity
Asian

Body

Hair Color
Brown
Eye Color
Brown
Weight
105 lbs (or 48 kg)
Measurements
33–24–33 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.73

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Instagram Followers
167k (as of June 2026)

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What was her role in AKB48?

She was captain of Team K and part of the sub-unit Diva, having joined as a 2nd generation member.

How long has she been active in the entertainment industry?

She has been active since 2006, which is over 20 years, starting at age 18.

Where was she born and what is her nationality?

She was born in Makati, Philippines, but her nationality is Japanese.

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