Yuto Suzuki's manga, SAKAMOTO DAYS, was announced for a live-action film adaptation this September. Snow Man member Ren Meguro stars as Taro Sakamoto, with Yuichi Fukuda directing. The film is slated for a Golden Week 2026 release.
Today (11/11), the official cast reveal dropped for the Sakamoto family! Fan-favorite actress Aya Ueto is confirmed to play Taro Sakamoto's wife, Aoi, while rising star Miyu Yoshimoto steps into the role of their only daughter, Hana.
Ueto's Aoi Sakamoto is portrayed as a bright, strong, family-oriented wife who fears nothing – and she's the pivotal figure who inspired Sakamoto to turn his life around. Yoshimoto's Hana Sakamoto, the daughter of Taro and Aoi, frequently delivers adorable moments throughout the story.
▼ Check out Aoi and Hana in the anime below!
A real-life mother of three, Ueto is set to embody the wife who even the strongest assassin can't handle.
Ueto shared, "This is my first time working with Ren Meguro, and I've always admired his nuanced and sincere acting. On set, his dedication to the project truly impressed me; it's an honor to perform alongside him." She added that while Aoi's scenes have plenty of comedic elements, they also brim with warmth and a sense of everyday life, hoping to "become a small highlight of the entire film."
Miyu Yoshimoto, playing Hana Sakamoto, has been active in numerous TV dramas and films recently. She portrayed a young Kyoko Fukada in "18/40 ~Futari Nara Yume mo Koi mo~" and a young Haruka Ayase in the NHK drama "Kodokushi ga Nani ka." This time, she'll bring to life Hana, who inherits her mother's cheerful and gentle personality, showcasing the Sakamoto family's innocent and charming home life.
After the casting announcement, netizens were quick to react with comments like, "These mother and daughter look so alike!" "Aya Ueto's ageless beauty is just perfect for the role!" and "The entire Sakamoto family cast is simply flawless!"
Also previously announced is Fumiya Takahashi as Shin Asakura, Sakamoto's trusty partner. Takahashi is best known for his debut starring role as Hiden Aruto in "Kamen Rider Zero-One" and has since garnered praise for his continuous work in TV dramas and films.
What's more, the production is handled by CREDEUS, a company that has recently earned widespread acclaim for its live-action adaptations of "Kingdom" and "Golden Kamuy." Their involvement in "SAKAMOTO DAYS" has certainly put many fans at ease.
The "SAKAMOTO DAYS" live-action movie is set to hit theaters during Golden Week 2026, and we're sure more cast members will be revealed soon. Keep an eye out for official updates!