Masato Sakai

Born: 1973-10-14

Birthplace: Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

Biography

Masato Sakai (堺雅人) is a Japanese actor. He won the award for best actor at the 31st Yokohama Film Festival for The Wonderful World of Captain Kuhio and The Chef of South Polar and the award for best supporting actor at the 2008 Nikkan Sports Film Award, at the 33rd Hochi Film Award and at the 51st Blue Ribbon Awards. He also received a nomination for best supporting actor at the 32nd Japan Academy Prize. He is married to Japanese actress and J-pop singer Miho Kanno.

Known For

Promare
Buddha: The Great Departure
A Moon in the Ordinary
Sukiyaki Western Django
Ningen Shikkaku: Director's Cut-ban
Promare / Side: Galo
When the Last Sword Is Drawn
After School
Honey and Clover
The Chef of South Polar

Top Movie Credits

Promare Kray Foresight (voice)
Promare / Side: Galo Kray Foresight (voice)
Honey and Clover Shuji Hanamoto