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Masato Sakai
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Born (1973-10-14) October 14, 1973 (age 51)
Kobe, Japan
ancestral home: Miyazaki, Miyazaki, Japan
Occupation Actor
Years active 1992–present
Spouse(s)
Miho Kanno
(m. 2013)
Children 2

Masato Sakai (堺 雅人) is a very famous Japanese actor. He was born on October 14, 1973, in Kobe, Japan. He became widely known after starring in the popular TV show Naoki Hanzawa in 2013.

Masato Sakai's Acting Journey

Masato Sakai first wanted to work as a government official when he was in high school. But when he went to university, he decided to follow his dream of becoming an actor instead.

He has won many awards for his acting. For example, he won the best actor award at the 31st Yokohama Film Festival for his roles in The Wonderful World of Captain Kuhio and The Chef of South Polar. He also won awards for best supporting actor. These awards show how talented he is in different kinds of movies and TV shows.

Masato Sakai's Family Life

Masato Sakai is married to Miho Kanno, who is also a well-known Japanese actress and J-pop singer. They got married in 2013. On August 14, 2015, they welcomed their first son. They now have two children.

Masato Sakai's Work in Film and TV

Masato Sakai has acted in many movies and television series. He often plays lead roles, meaning he is the main character.

Movies Starring Masato Sakai

Here are some of the movies Masato Sakai has been in:

Year Title Role
2000 Himawari Yuichi Hirano
2007 The Wall Man Nishina
2008 After School [jp] Kazuki Kimura
2009 The Chef of South Polar Nishimura
The Wonderful World of Captain Kuhio Captain Kuhio
2017 Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura Masakazu Isshiki
2018 Sakura Guardian in the North Shūjirō Ezure
2022 Dr. Coto's Clinic 2022 Kei Narumi
2025 Hiraba no Tsuki Kensho Aoto

TV Shows Starring Masato Sakai

Masato Sakai has also starred in many popular TV shows:

Year Title Role Notes
2000 Audrey Hideki Sugimoto Asadora drama
2004 Shinsengumi! Yamanami Keisuke Taiga drama
2008 Atsuhime Tokugawa Iesada Taiga drama
2011 Antarctica Himuro Haruhiko
2012–2013 Legal High Kensuke Komikado Lead role; 2 seasons
2013–2020 Naoki Hanzawa Naoki Hanzawa Lead role; 2 seasons
2015 Dr. Rintaro, Psychiatrist Dr. Rintarō Hino Lead role
2016 Sanada Maru Sanada Yukimura Lead role; Taiga drama
2023 Vivant Yūsuke Nogi Lead role

Voice Acting by Masato Sakai

Masato Sakai has also lent his voice to characters in movies, both live-action and animated.

Live-action Dubbing

Year Title Role Original Voice Actor Notes
2018 Christopher Robin Christopher Robin Ewan McGregor

Animation Dubbing

Year Title Role Notes
2024 Migration Mack Mallard
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