Satoshi Tsumabuki

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Name: Satoshi Tsumabuki
Japanese: 妻夫木聡 (つまぶきさとし)
Birthdate: December 13, 1980
Birthplace: (Mitsuhashi) Yanagawa, Fukuoka, Japan
Height: 171cm
Blood Type: O
Family: Maiko (wife)

Biography

Satoshi Tsumabuki is a popular Japanese actor born December 13, 1980 in Mitsuhashi (now Yanagawa), Fukuoka, Japan. His career in the entertainment world began when Satoshi modeled for teen magazine "Street News". In 1998, Satoshi competed alongside 3 million other contestants in "Star Audition" co-produced by talent agencies Amuse, Horipro, and television network NTV. Satoshi won the competition and soon afterwards signed with Horipro. Later that year Satoshi made his acting debut in the 1998 Fuji TV drama "Subarashii Hibi".

Satoshi's career would then reach new heights with his role in the 2001 film "Waterboys". Satoshi portrayed main character Suzuki - the lone member of a high school swimming team who finds himself on a hastily formed male synchronized swimming team. His performance would garner Satoshi the "Newcomer of the Year" award at the 2002 Japan Academy Awards. Since that time Satoshi's career has blossomed with Satoshi performing in critically acclaimed film's like "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish" and "Tokyo!", while also headlining major blockbuster films like "Dororo" and "The Magic Hour". For his recent performance in the Japanese-Korean co-produced film "Boat," Satoshi learned Korean and delivered some lines in Korean.

In his free time Satoshi Tsumabuki is an avid music fan and even formed the band "Basking Life" back in 1999 with his brother. Although he doesn't pursue his musical career in earnest, he does find music to be the best instrument to express himself and relieve stress. Satoshi has also stated that actor and likewise semi-pro musician Tadanobu Asano is his favorite actor.

Notes

Read Q&A for movie "My Back Page" with Satoshi Tsumabuki and director Nobuhiro Yamashita (from the 2011 Busan International Film Festival).
Satoshi Tsumabuki and Maiko announced on August 4, 2016 their intentions to marry. They have not registered for marriage yet or announced a wedding date. They first met while working together in 2012 Fuji TV drama series "Thursday Theater Keigo Higashino Mystery."

Movies

Hero's Island | Takarajima (2025) - Gusuku
Honshin (2024) - Masato Nozaki
A Man | Aru Otoko (2022) - Akira Kido
Not Quite Dead Yet | Ichido Shinde Mita (2020) - manager
Red (2020) - Akihiko Kurata
I Never Shot Anyone | Ichido mo Uttemasen (2020)
The Asadas! | Asadake! (2020) - Yukihiro Asada
The 47 Ronin in Debt | Kessan! Chushingura (2019) - Hannojo Sugaya
It Comes | Kuru (2018) - Hideki Tahara
The Miracle of Crybaby Shottan | Nakimushi Shottan no Kiseki (2018) - Wataru Fuyuno
What A Wonderful Family! 3: My Wife, My Life | Tsumayo Baranoyouni Kazoku wa Tsuraiyo III (2018) - Shota Hirata
A Boy Who Wished to be Okuda Tamio And A Girl Who Drove All Men Crazy | Okuda Tamio ni Naritai Boy to Deau Otoko Subete Kuruwaseru Garu (2017) - Yuji Koroki
What A Wonderful Family! 2 | Kazoku wa Tsurai yoII (2017) - Shota Hirata
Gukoroku: Traces of Sin | Gukoroku (2017) - Tanaka
Museum (2016) - The Frogman
Rage | Ikari (2016) - Yuma Fujita
The Magnificent Nine | Tono, Risoku de Gozaru (2016) - Jinnai Asanoya
What A Wonderful Family! | Kazoku wa Tsurai yo (2016) - Shota Hirata
The Assassin | Nie Yinniang (2015) - The Mirror Polisher
Lady Maiko | Maiko wa Lady (2014) - Yuichiro Akaki
The Vancouver Asahi | Vancouver no Asahi (2014) - Reggie Kasahara
The World of Kanako | Kawaki (2014) - Detective Asai
Judge! (2014) - Kiichiro Ota
Our Family | Bokutachi no Kazoku (2014) - Kousuke Wakana
The Little House | Chiisai Ouchi (2014) - Takeshi Arai
The Kiyosu Conference | Kiyosu Kaigi (2013) - Nobukatsu Oda (second son of Nobukatsu Oda)
Tokyo Family | Tokyo Kazoku (2013) - Shuji Hirayama
Fly With The Gold | Ogon O Daite Tobe (2012) - Kota
For Love's Sake | Ai to Makoto (2012) - Makoto Taiga
Smuggler | Sumagura (2011) - Ryosuke Kinuta
My Back Page (2011) - Masami Sawada
Villain | Akunin (2010) - Yuichi Shimizu
Surely Someday | Shuari Samudei (2010) - police officer (cameo)
Villon's Wife | Viyon no tsuma (2009) - Okada
The Boat | Boteu (2009) - Tooru
Pandemic | Kansen Retto (2009) - Tsuyoshi Matsuoka
School Days with a Pig | Buta ga Ita Kyoushitsu (2008) - Teacher Hoshi
Tokyo! (2008) - Takeshi (Akemi's boyfriend) (segment "Interior Design")
Children of the Dark | Yami no kodomo-tachi (2008) - Hiroaki Yoshida
The Magic Hour | Za Majikku Awa (2008) - Noboru Bingo
Paco and the Magical Picture Book | Pako to Maho no Ehon (2008) - Muromachi
Welcome to the Quiet Room | Quiet room ni yokoso (2007) - Komono
The Haunted Samurai | Tsukigami (2007) - Bessho Hikoshiro
Tokyo Rhapsody | Kayokyoku dayo jinsei wa (2007)
Dororo (2007) - Hyakkimaru
Tears for You | Nada so so (2006) - Yotaro Aragaki
The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006) - Exceedingly Handsome Guy
It's Only Talk | Yawarakai seikatsu (2005) - Noboru
Snowy Love Fall in Spring | Spring Snow | Haru no yuki (2005) - Kiyoaki Matsugae
Yaji and Kita: The Midnight Pilgrims | Mayonaka no Yaji-san Kita-san (2005) - The Phantom Yaijrobei
Lorelei: The Witch of the Pacific Ocean | Lorelei (2005) - Yukito Origasa
Thirty Lies or So | Yaku san-ju no uso (2004) - Sasaki
69 (2004) - Kenichi Yazaki
A Day on the Planet | Kyo no Dekigoto (2004) - Nakazawa
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish | Joze to tora to sakana tachi (2003) - Tsuneo
Dragon Head | Doragon heddo (2003) - Teru Aoki
Sayonara, Kuro (2003) - Ryosuke Kimura
Jam Films (2002) - segment "Justice"
Sabu (2002)
Waterboys (2001) - Suzuki
Tomie: Re-birth (2001) - Takumi Aoyama
The Dimension Travelers | Nazo no tenkousei (1998) - Koichi Iwata

Drama Series

Get Ready (TBS / 2023) - Eisuke Hazama
The Dangerous Venus | Kikenna Venus (TBS / 2020) - Hakuro Teshima
Innocent Days (WOWOW / 2018) - Shinichi Sasaki
All About My Siblings | Wakamono Tachi (Fuji TV / 2014) - Asahi Sato (first son)
Thursday Theater Keigo Higashino Mystery | Mokuyo Gekijyo Higashino Keigo Misuterizu (Fuji TV / 2012) - Takanori Kitazawa (ep. 6 - "Charedo ga Itpai")
Tenchijin (2009)
Slow Dance (Fuji TV / 2005) - Riichi Serizawa
Orange Days (TBS / 2004) - Yuuki Kai
Say Hello to Black Jack (TBS / 2003) - Dr. Saito Eijiro
Long Love Letter (2002)
Wedding Planner (Fuji TV / 2002)
The Queen of Lunchtime Cuisine | Lunch no Joou (Fuji TV / 2002)
Tokyo Muke Michi Girl (2002)
Kisarazu Cat's Eye (TBS / 2002) - ep. 9
Heaven Cannot Wait 2: The Teacher | Tengoku ni ichiban chikai otoko (TBS / 2001)
Shotgun Wedding (Fuji TV / 2001)
Kabachitare (Fuji TV / 2001)
Ikebukuro West Gate Park (TBS / 2000)
Omizu no Hanamichi (1999)
Subarashii Hibi (1998)

TV Movies

Ranhansha (TV Asahi / 2018) - Satoshi Kayama
Kidnap Tour (NHK / 2016) - Takashi
High and Low | Tengoku to jigoku (TV Asahi / 2007)
Say Hello to Black Jack Special (TBS / 2004) - Dr. Saito Eijiro
Toride Naki Mono (TV Asahi / 2004)
Chuushingura 1/47 (Fuji TV / 2001)
Platonic Sex (Fuji TV / 2001)
Gakkou no kaidan : haru no mononoke SP makaigakuen (2001)

Awards

2011 (34th) Japan Academy Prize - February 18, 2011
- "Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role" ("Villain")
2010 (53rd) Blue Ribbon Awards - February 15, 2011
- "Best Actor" ("Villain")
2010 (23rd) Nikkan Sports Film Awards - December 28, 2010
- "Best Actor" ("Villain")
2004 (29th) Hochi Film Awards - December, 2004
- "Best Actor" ("Josee, the Tiger and the Fish"/"A Day on the Planet"/"69")
2002 (25th) Japan Academy Prize - March 8, 2002
- "Rookie of the Year" ("Waterboys")

Comments

Cara Jan 19 2024 11:44 am Kai is such a special young man with such a unique heart.. ...easy to fall in love with.... I love him ❤️in Orange Day❣️

Fia Jan 18 2023 9:06 pm A man who fits perfectly with glasses.

pochi Jan 25 2021 11:44 pm The forever baby face Bukki. He's a wonderful actor and one hell of a kisser. He's so different in all of his roles, no wonder he sweeps acting awards every time he's in a movie or drama, whether he's the lead or not. He stands out not just because of his good looks but also because of his exceptional acting prowess.

Sara Jan 31 2019 12:25 am Definitely one of my favorite actors and I don't have that many favs! He is simply the best his acting is so so sooo breathtaking.. I just watched Wacamonotachi (all about my siblings) and.. it was the best thing I have ever watched.. He made my jaw drop 10 times basically in every episode.. freaking Loooove him <3

kfan Dec 22 2016 11:38 pm Just watched the Museum. Couldn't believe that the ulgy evil Frogman is this handsome actor. OMG, keke.

the handmaiden Dec 12 2016 3:53 am As I was originally a big fan of South Korean movies, I wish he would work with some great Korean directors, especially Bong Joon-Ho.

catherine Dec 12 2016 3:23 am He is one of the few Japanese actors I really like. I was impressed by his performances in Rage, Our family, Villain etc.

John Raymond Nov 10 2015 4:15 pm Don't forget his great performance in 感染列島 (Pandemic - 2009) as Dr. Matsuoka Tsuyoshi.

Moataz Seada May 14 2015 5:30 am He is my number.1 favourite Japanese actor. I'm a doctor and I'm inspired by his drama " Say Hello to BlackJack", Judos to the screenwriter.

Renchen Nov 13 2014 1:02 am OMG! satoshi is so hot! *///* i wish he would make a movie action and for drama comedy i want him to be pair with renbutsu misako *O*

nitsuga Nov 09 2014 7:02 am Tsumabuki, like all of you. I wish you are getting married soon and keep play more films.. Sorry for my bad english. Ganbatte tsumabuki-sama

Patricia Jan 10 2014 11:24 pm Tsumabuki Satoshi is really cute and HOT! I can't even described him further than that.. LOL hey, he also took a role in GTO movies (1998), u should remember that too!

sana Nov 28 2013 2:44 am satoshi san is so cute! he is an amazing actor too i too want him to act more romantic jdorama he deserves more for his amazing acting skills i think he should act in a hollywood movie too

alex Sep 16 2013 5:20 am Why did he stop playing in dramas after slow dance?? He is soooo goood ... i want to see him in more dramas :/

tcee Sep 16 2013 5:13 am I want to see Satoshi san play more romance/love jdrama... I hope he does in 2013 ans 2013 :)

ira Mar 09 2013 5:27 am im so lucky to know him in waterboys and orange days..he is a good actor

tchoden Feb 25 2013 11:01 pm Satoshi is an amazing actor (not to mention good looking:). I just finished watching orange days and slow dance. He is amazing in both. I am looking forward to seeing more of his work and looking forward to seeing him in more JDrama.

DaDa Nov 13 2012 8:32 pm @Mike 32 is not that old lol

Anyways, I thought he was a lot older than 32 only because he's been around doing dramas and films for a long time...it has nothing to do with his youthful appearance

I think he and Eri Fukatsu should get married. They have great chemistry...they have been casted together several times...hehe, that's my wishful thinking.

Yoka Oct 19 2012 4:04 pm cute!

Yoka Oct 19 2012 3:47 pm The two who created you are blessed! You are all too good looking, and at that age, my gosh!..... 'Dororo' was awsome! I love the fighting techniques and the acting itself. You have all of what it takes to act.The best actor I have ever come across.

I am so....looking forward to watch 'finding the 24 other body parts'. Good luck!

Liliesbloom Jun 03 2012 10:40 pm I'm not Japanese but I watched Dororo the other day and I had to look him up. Apart from his good looks, his a great actor. Hope to watch more of your movie's :)

Mike Apr 25 2012 10:01 am I can't believe that he already 32!!! Are japan people never aging?

Jed Apr 17 2012 9:51 am He's an incredible actor - with a wide range of roles he portrayed to perfection. No matter how small the role is, he managed to make it special. I think he's one of Japan's most accomplished actor. Looking forward to more movies with him as the star!

minami Nov 20 2011 7:35 am wowww, i think he became my new idol :D aishiteru-yo , Niiniii :*

maneki hobbang Oct 23 2011 11:01 am he and pchy from love of siam look alike

Cherryle Apr 26 2011 3:01 am He's really awesome. I started watching every dorama and movies of him (even when he's just a supporting role) and i can say for sure he can really act. Wow, i wish the best for him. I really want to see him in a new dorama >o< Bukkie-saaan <3

juleeekz Apr 16 2011 12:48 am He's really good. I've watched two of his movies and I was really impressed.

lolo jose Mar 10 2011 3:04 am A very handsome young actor with great talent,versatility, charisma and sex appeal.I wish him all the best with his career coz I know he could really act.He is really a very good looking guy!!!!!!!!!!

jamie Mar 08 2011 4:29 pm Who are his parents???????/Very nice genes!!!!!!!!!!!!

jamie Mar 07 2011 12:44 am I wish him all the best in his career.I find him really unique and talented!!!!!!!!Good looks are not enough as an actor.But this guy can really act!!!!!!!!

jamie Mar 07 2011 12:38 am He has real talent aside from his good looks. Damn he's really cute!!!!!!!!!!!

Riisa Feb 26 2011 12:40 am Satoshi-san is such a diverse actor!! He can play ANY kind of role, seriously!!

KAZUKO Nov 20 2010 10:31 am Great actor, looking the dorama Tnchijin last year, I start love japanese TV and Tsumabuki san. "Metcha kawaii".

holly n america Oct 30 2010 3:45 pm I think that this man could easily be one of the next rising stars in the U.S. He has looks, talent, I guess you could say, the whole package. Even though I am 8 years his senior, I would be a cougar for that beautiful cub anyday. MEOW!!!

Freak Aug 23 2010 3:43 pm Great actor... wish him further succes .. he was soooo HOT in tokyo drift they should give him the lead (movie would be no ONE) hihi..WHoo O_o Same date and year like my big brother ..he is also like him fairy skin black hair..wonder what else..

chue Aug 05 2010 6:52 pm This actor is so talented. He can speak Korean, do martial arts, sing, and act! OMG He's so gorgeous.

Unknown May 23 2010 8:53 am heeey Satoshi i must to tell u something......Kimi o aishiteru,Satoshi!!!♥♥♥ xD

(= D) Feb 18 2010 12:12 pm He role-played the character Hyakki-maru so well in Dororo. The fighting sequences with Satoshi against his brother and father was amazing! I wonder who choreo the actions for this movie because I've never seen such Japanese movies with good katana fight like this (besides WTLSID). They made it look good despite the funny and awkward demon animation. It contains a mixture of traditional Chinese martial arts but stayed true to samurai/assassin techniques. I'm superb excited they are continuing the live action! Can't wait to see his journey to find his 24 body parts!! For now, I'll try to watch his previous and newest film projects just to get a feel of how he can act.

Mitzmin Jan 11 2010 1:08 pm Oh my, simply the best actor from japan. And beautiful!!

pepper Nov 24 2009 8:03 am ♥♥♥ wow! this guy is really so cute.. woah! Though i haven't watch some of your tv dramas and movies i think you are a good actor. ^^ Goodluck to your career. Just stay your feet on the ground.. Take care.. ♥♥♥

Jackal Aug 14 2009 8:41 am @comment#9: He was already casted in a hollywood film titled "Tokyo Drift" he's the one that give the Go! signal in one of the race scene..though its only a minor role still, he's been a part of a hollywod film...

Riisa May 25 2009 12:09 am First saw him in Dororo. Very good actor. Satoshi should be cast in Hollywood films! xD ♥

anna Jan 26 2009 4:45 pm Wow, what was I thinking ... "more many" >> "no matter"

No idea how that I made that mistake.

Anyway, he's always going to be such a cutie.

anna Jan 26 2009 4:43 pm Aw, he has that baby face that more many how old he is, he's still going to look exactly the same! Lucky~~

mitnat Dec 31 2008 3:21 pm I love you satoshi tumabuki, my dream is now you in person, and happy birthay your movies and tv drmas has the best expenrience to i have in my like jiji thanks

Emine Dec 24 2008 11:26 am Happy 28th Birthday Tsumabuki!Best Wishes to you on your birthday!!! You're the cutest man and the best actor in the world....Sincerely yours

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