Tadayoshi Ohkura of SUPER EIGHT offers viewers an all-access backstage pass to his production process as he channels 22 years of performing experience into mentoring over 150 STARTO ENTERTAINMENT Juniors in the all-new original docuseries POTENTIAL “Tadayoshi Ohkura” – now streaming worldwide on Netflix and on Prime Video in Japan!
From well-established trainee units like ACEes, KEY TO LIT, and B&ZAI to up-and-coming young stars from across east and west Japan, how to bring out each young man’s unique individuality and star power is the question before chief producer Tadayoshi Ohkura. With over two decades of experience as a member of the legendary chart-topping SUPER EIGHT, he now undertakes the daunting task of paying it forward for all-new generations of potential superstars.
An original production by STARTO ENTERTAINMENT affiliate Storm FILM (a division of Storm Labels Japan), this intimate documentary miniseries will take audiences on a behind-the-scenes journey through the hard work and determination that has defined a 65-year history of J-Pop idol stardom.
▼Watch on Netflix here:
https://www.netflix.com/title/82853188
▼Watch on Prime Video here (Japan only):
https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/video/detail/B0GVSCHVVB
Currently Available Episodes
#1 “for the TEAM”
Tadayoshi Ohkura closes out 2025 by guiding 27 Juniors from background to center stage as they inherit a legendary legacy and learn talent alone isn’t enough. Featuring scenes from Ohkura’s self-produced “Showcase 2025 -SHINSEI-” at the Tokyo Globe Theatre and the Kansai Junior New Year extravaganza “2026 A HAPPY NEW ERA PARTY” at the Osaka Castle Hall.
#2 “Light My FIRE”
In spring 2026, Ohkura guides 77 young artists as they carve out their own identities on a stage shaped by both rivalry and friendship. Featuring scenes from multigroup concert spectacular “Junior STAR to FESTIVAL 2026” at the Yokohama Arena.
※Additional episodes currently in production. Follow Storm FILM on social media for updates and the latest on more original shows and movies starring STARTO ENTERTAINMENT artists!
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