[July 2026] What is Zacky Farm? Summary of the addition of affiliated talent, Yui Takemoto.

Zacky Farm is an entertainment and sports management agency established in July 2023. Its roster includes active JRA jockeys Ryusei Sakai and Naho Furukawa, as well as freelance announcers, volleyball players, and other talents from diverse fields. On July 6, 2026, the addition of former Sakurazaka46 member Yui Takemoto was announced. This article provides a detailed explanation of the agency's roster of talents, representative profiles, and the latest developments regarding Yui Takemoto.

[July 2026] What is Zacky Farm? Summary of the addition of affiliated talent, Yui Takemoto.

What kind of agency is Zacky Farm?
Profile of Representative Takashi Yamazaki
List of affiliated talents and athletes
Former Sakurazaka46 member Yui Takemoto joins Zakky Farm
Yui Takemoto's profile and future activities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

❓ About Zacky Farm: Things you should know first

Q. What kind of agency is Zacky Farm?

A. We are a Tokyo-based talent and sports management agency established in July 2023. We manage a diverse range of talents, including JRA jockeys Ryusei Sakai and Naho Furukawa, as well as freelance announcers and former idols.

Q. Since when has Yui Takemoto been affiliated with Zakky Farm?

A. Her affiliation was officially announced on July 6, 2026. After leaving her previous agency, Seed & Flower, on June 30, 2026, her joining Zacky Farm was announced.

Q. Who is the representative of Zacky Farm?

A. The representative director is Takashi Yamazaki. He founded the company in 2023 after gaining experience as an idol group manager at a major talent agency and working at a sports management company.

1. What kind of agency is Zacky Farm?

Zacky Farm Co., Ltd. is an entertainment and sports management company established in July 2023. Its headquarters are located in Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, and it manages a wide range of performers, including horse racing jockeys, freelance announcers, talents, and athletes.

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The agency's most distinctive feature is its "new management style that emphasizes the relationship between talent and manager." Based on a policy of focusing on individual needs and goals, and providing support to maximize talent while addressing each person's challenges, the agency has built a strong network in both the horse racing and entertainment industries.

The company name, Zacky Farm, comes from the nickname "Zacky" of its representative, Takashi Yamazaki. Since its founding in 2023, the company has assembled an elite team centered around active JRA jockeys, and in July 2026, it also managed to sign former Sakamichi Group member Yui Takemoto.

2. Profile of Representative Takashi Yamazaki

Takashi Yamazaki, the representative director of Zakky Farm, was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1982. After graduating from Setagaya Gakuen High School and Aoyama Gakuin University, he gained experience as a manager of a male idol group at a major talent agency.
After that, he moved to a sports management company, where he managed more than 10 people, including active athletes and cultural figures. He also served as a consultant for the TBS drama "Old Rookie." In 2023, he became independent and founded Zakky Farm Co., Ltd. He is working hard to establish an environment where talent and managers can build a strong relationship of trust.

item	detail
full name	Takashi Yamazaki
year of birth	1982
Birthplace	Okayama Prefecture
Educational background	Graduated from Setagaya Gakuen High School and Aoyama Gakuin University.
Previous job	Manager at a major talent agency / Sports management company
Founding	July 2023
location	1-23-14 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

3. List of affiliated talents and athletes

Zacky Farm's members include a diverse group of people spanning entertainment and sports, such as horse racing jockeys, freelance announcers, volleyball players, talents, and actors.

name	Genre	Main career history and special notes
Ryusei Sakai	JRA Jockey	Born in 1997. Belongs to the Yoshito Yahagi stable. A promising jockey with a G1 victory record.
Naho Furukawa	JRA Jockey	Active female jockey
Hisashi Shimizu	Freelance announcer	Also active as a horse racing commentator.
Yurika Sato	Freelance announcer	He also appeared on horse racing-related programs.
Risa Shinnabe	Former volleyball player	Former Japan national team player
Yuki Ishii	Volleyball player	SAGA Hisamitsu Springs
Mei Kuroki	talent	—
Nagina Rumi	actor	—
Yui Takemoto	Talent/Artist	Former Sakurazaka46 (joined in July 2026)

One of the most notable features of Zacky Farm is that it employs several active JRA jockeys and horse racing commentators. This is due to the extensive career of representative Yamazaki in sports management and demonstrates his deep network within the horse racing world.

4. Former Sakurazaka46 member Yui Takemoto joins Zakky Farm.

On July 6, 2026, Zacky Farm Co., Ltd. officially announced that former Sakurazaka46 member Yui Takemoto has joined their company.

On the same day, Takemoto herself updated her Instagram, commenting, "I am pleased to announce that I have joined Zakky Farm Co., Ltd. I hope to move forward carefully and powerfully, while cherishing my own individuality." On the same day, the opening of Takemoto Yui's official X account and manager's Instagram account was also announced.

In announcing his affiliation, Zacky Farm stated their policy: "We aim to become a leading entertainment artist in Japan, armed with the duality of 'talent' that makes him beloved by the general public and 'artist' that showcases overwhelming expressive power."

The circumstances leading up to Yui Takemoto joining the team

season	event
2018	She debuted as a second-generation member of Keyakizaka46.
2020	Following the group's name change, they began activities as Sakurazaka46.
February 2026	Announced graduation with the release of their 14th single, "The Growing Up Train".
May 2026	Graduation ceremony held
June 30, 2026	Leaving Seed & Flower after approximately 8 years
July 6, 2026	Announcement of joining Zakky Farm Co., Ltd.

Furthermore, Yui Takemoto comes from a family involved in horse racing, having grown up in a home environment where her grandfather was a former trainer and her uncle was a training assistant. Her close relationship with Zakky Farm, which has several JRA jockeys, is also attracting attention.

Fan reactions

Following the announcement of his joining Zacky Farm and the opening of his official X account, numerous welcoming messages such as "Welcome back" and "Restart" were posted on social media.

5. Profile and future activities of Yui Takemoto

Basic Profile

item	detail
full name	Yui Takemoto
date of birth	March 23, 2002
Birthplace	Shiga Prefecture
height	158.5cm
blood type	O type
Educational background	Graduated from Aoyama Gakuin University
Special skills	Tongue twisters, memorization
hobby	Travel, sauna
Qualifications obtained	Eiken Grade 2, Kanji Kentei Grade 2, World Heritage Certification Grade 3
Nickname	Chukemon

Main appearances

He has been active on various TV stations since his group's inception, primarily in variety shows. He has appeared on TV Asahi's "Ame Talk!", "Shikujiri Sensei", and "Miracle 9", TBS's "Ravit!", "Todai-Oh", and "THE No Miss", Fuji TV's "Atarashii Kagi" and "Konya wa Nazotore", and Nippon Television's "Himitsu no Kenmin SHOW Kiwami". In 2023, he also became a regular personality on MBS's "Gocha-maze Tengoku", and has gained support from a wide range of generations with his lighthearted talk, which is characteristic of someone from the Kansai region.

Future activity plan

Zacky Farm has made it clear that Yui Takemoto will be pursuing activities that leverage both her "talent" and "artistic" sides. Her new solo endeavors are anticipated, combining artistic activities that utilize the sharp dance moves and expressive abilities she cultivated during her time in the group, with talent activities through variety shows and radio programs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What kind of agency is Zacky Farm?

A. This is a Tokyo-based talent and sports management agency established in July 2023. It represents a diverse range of talents, including JRA jockeys Ryusei Sakai and Naho Furukawa, as well as freelance announcers, volleyball players, entertainers, and actors. It is characterized by its unique management style that emphasizes the relationship between talent and manager.

Q2. When did Yui Takemoto join Zakky Farm?

A. Her affiliation was officially announced on July 6, 2026. After leaving her previous agency, Seed & Flower, on June 30 of the same year, her joining Zacky Farm was announced.

Q3. Which JRA jockeys are affiliated with Zacky Farm?

A. Two jockeys belong to this stable: Ryusei Sakai and Naho Furukawa. Ryusei Sakai is affiliated with the Yoshito Yahagi stable at the Ritto Training Center and is a notable active jockey with a G1 victory to his name.