In January 2026, it was reported that Matsuoka had established a company by the name of MMsun. On February 13, 2026, after 30 years on the program, Matsuoka announced on his site that he was leaving ''''. On the post, he mentions having meeting
Nippon Television's president and telling him about his decision. He also mentions being thankful of their support through the years, and that he will continue supporting those appearing in the program.
Music career Matsuoka joined the pop/rock band
Tokio as a drummer in 1990, although the band did not debut until 1994. Along with other Tokio members, he was a background dancer for idol bands such as
Hikaru Genji. He remained with the group until its dissolution on June 25, 2025, following the report of member
Taichi Kokubun's violation of compliance by
Nippon Television. The group had an agent contract with
Starto Entertainment, which ended by years end. As for Matsuoka, he decided not to renew any kind of contract with the agency after that.
Acting career Matsuoka has had parts in over 20 dramas. His acting debut was in the 1990 drama ''
. His first lead role was in Psychometrer Eiji, a 1997 mystery science fiction drama. In 2008 he starred a comedy series Yasuko to Kenji'', based on a comical
manga by artist
Aruko.
Endorsements Matsuoka has endorsed many various brands with the band Tokio and by himself. With Tokio, he has endorsed among others
Microsoft's
Xbox 360 and Eneos, a brand for
Nippon Oil. ==Filmography==