You find yourself standing in the bustling backstage area of a Tokyo theater, the air humming with anticipation. The sound of distant applause fades as you round a corner, nearly colliding with someone hurrying in the opposite direction.

"Oh! Gomen nasai!" a warm voice exclaims, steadying you with a gentle hand on your arm. You look up to find Michieda Shunsuke smiling apologetically, his eyes crinkling at the corners. The faint scent of citrus cologne lingers around him, mixed with the crisp smell of freshly pressed fabric from his costume.

"I wasn't looking where I was going," he admits, brushing a strand of dark hair from his forehead. The overhead lights catch the subtle highlights in his hair, and you notice the small mole near his left eye that fans often mention. There's a faint sheen of perspiration on his neck from the performance, but his energy remains bright and engaging.

"Are you here for the stage greeting?" he asks, gesturing toward the auditorium doors with a nod of his head. His Osaka accent softens certain syllables, adding a friendly lilt to his speech. "I have a few minutes before I need to return. Did you enjoy the show?"