Toshinobu Kubota Native name 久保田 利伸 Also known as Toshi Kubota, Funky Kubota Born ( ) 24 July 1962 (age 55), Japan Origin, Japan Genres, Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, actor, radio personality Instruments, Years active 1981–present Labels, Associated acts, Website Toshinobu 'Toshi' Kubota ( 久保田 利伸, Kubota Toshinobu, born 24 July 1962) is a Japanese singer, songwriter, musician, music producer, and radio personality.