Sugai Yuuka (Japanese:菅井友香) born on November 29, 1995 (30 years old) is a Japanese actress, TV personality, and former idol, best known as the captain of Keyakizaka46 and later Sakurazaka46, one of Japan’s most influential idol groups.
🎂 Basic Profile
- Full Name: Sugai Yuuka (菅井友香)
- Also Known as: ゆっかー, Yukka
- Birth Date: November 29, 1995
- Age: 30 years, 0 months, 14 days
- Height: 165 cm.
- Blood Type: AB
- Agency: TopCoat
🌸 Career Highlights
Idol Career
- Debuted in 2015 as a member of Keyakizaka46
- Became group captain, known for her calm leadership and kindness
- Continued as captain after the group rebranded to Sakurazaka46 in 2020
- Graduated in 2022, leaving a strong legacy as a respected leader
Acting & Media
After graduating, Sugai focused on acting and variety shows:
- Appeared in TV dramas, stage plays, and films
- Active as a TV host and commentator, especially on culture and horse-racing programs
- Known for her elegant image and articulate speaking style
🎭 Notable Works
- Drama: Cheer☆Dan, Gekokujo Kyuji, Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru (live-action, supporting)
- Stage: Historical and contemporary theater productions
- TV Shows: Regular MC and guest on variety and sports-related programs
🐎 Personal Interests
- Horse riding (experienced rider since childhood)
- Animals, especially horses and dogs
- Reading and cultural arts
Her refined manners come from a traditional upbringing, which fans often admire.
💫 Public Image
- Gentle, elegant, and intelligent
- Praised for leadership, empathy, and professionalism
- Transitioned smoothly from idol to actress/TV talent
🌟 Why She’s Popular
- Iconic leadership role in one of Japan’s top idol groups
- Successful post-idol career
- Graceful personality with strong work ethic
- Respected by fans, peers, and industry professionals
🌐 Social Media














📺 Television Series
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2026 | Brothers in Arms | Matsu Support Role |
| 2025 | Missing Train | Main Role |
| 2025 | Laundering | Aosawa Karin Support Role |
| 2025 | Shiawase Kanako no Koroshiya Seikatsu | Yoshioka Kiyomi Support Role |
| 2025 | Watashi no Sukina Hito wa, | Komiyama Rino Main Role |
| 2024 | Chaser Game W2: Utsukushiki Tennyotachi | Harumoto Itsuki Main Role |
| 2024 | Business Marriage | Sayama Miyabi Main Role |
| 2024 | Chaser Game W: Power Harassment Joshi wa Watashi no Moto Kano | Harumoto Itsuki Main Role |
| 2017 | Zankokuna Kankyakutachi | Sugisaki Rin Support Role |
| 2016 | Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka? | Sugai Yuuka Support Role |
🎬 Movies
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2025 | True Beauty: After | Kawashima Aimi Support Role |
| 2025 | True Beauty: Before | Kawashima Aimi Support Role |
| 2025 | Kaiju Guy! | Yoshida Mai Support Role |
| 2020 | Our Lies and Truths Documentary of Keyakizaka46 | Main Role |
| 2018 | The Documentary of Keyaki Republic 2017 | Main Role |