Yurina Hirate (平手友梨奈)

Yurina Hirate is a Japanese singer, actress, and performer born on June 25, 2001, in Aichi Prefecture. Best known as the center of Keyakizaka46, she became one of the most visible figures in Japanese idol music, and her work has been associated with J-pop and Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Her performances are defined by intensity, precision, and a serious emotional tone, which helped distinguish her from the usual idol image. After moving on from group activities, Hirate continued her career through solo music and acting, expanding her profile beyond the idol framework while keeping the controlled stage presence that made her stand out. She remains connected to anime music as well: in 2026, her song "Kill or Kiss" was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Marriage Toxin, and she also announced her first solo Budokan concert, "Anatatachi no Karute." For listeners searching for Yurina Hirate or Hirate, she remains a notable Japanese artist whose career connects J-pop, idol history, acting, and anime songs.