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Naoki Tanaka (田中 直樹, Tanaka Naoki; born 26 April 1971) is a Japanese comedian, actor and television presenter, who is the leader and the boke of the owarai kombi Cocorico with his partner Shozo Endo. He has appeared in many television programmes and films. He is known for being a regular member of Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!!, which he and Endo have worked on since 1997. Tanaka is also known for his love of animals, especially sea creatures, and on 24 June 2018, he became the Marine Stewardship Council ambassador for Japan.

Quick facts about Naoki Tanaka

  • Full name: Naoki Tanaka
  • Born: 1971-04-26
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q3335834

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Who is Naoki Tanaka?

Naoki Tanaka (田中 直樹, Tanaka Naoki; born 26 April 1971) is a Japanese comedian, actor and television presenter, who is the leader and the boke of the owarai kombi Cocorico with his partner Shozo Endo.

What nationality is Naoki Tanaka?

Naoki Tanaka is Japan.

When was Naoki Tanaka born?

Naoki Tanaka was born on 1971-04-26.

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