Masato Sakai

Masato Sakai

51 · Born: Oct 14, 1973

2012

Personal Details

Height5' 7"
BornOct 14, 1973 Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

Biography

Masato Sakai, a Japanese actor of considerable renown, has garnered widespread recognition for his exceptional performances, thereby earning him prestigious awards and nominations. Notably, his impressive body of work has been met with widespread acclaim, resulting in a plethora of accolades that serve as testament to his remarkable talent.

Sakai's remarkable talent and versatility as an actor were formally recognized and celebrated through his receipt of the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2008 Nikkan Sports Film Award. This prestigious accolade was merely the beginning, as he also received the 33rd Hochi Film Award and the 51st Blue Ribbon Awards, further cementing his reputation as a master of his craft.

Sakai's personal life is marked by a romantic partnership with the accomplished Japanese actress and J-pop singer, Miho Kanno, a union that has fostered a profound sense of emotional harmony and artistic synergy between the two individuals.

Career

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2019
Promare
Promare as Kray Foresight (voice)
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2018
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2012
Key of Life
Key of Life as Sakurai
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2011
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2009
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2007
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2006
Honey & Clover
Honey & Clover as Shuji Hanamoto
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2000
The Goddess of 1967
The Goddess of 1967 as Roadside Noodle Eater