Kentaro Sakaguchi is coming to Manila

Kentaro Sakaguchi is coming to Manila | Daily Tribune

Filipino SakaKen fans, it’s your time as Japanese heartthrob Kentaro Sakaguchi is coming to Manila for Kentaro Sakaguchi Asia Tour Fan Meeting 2025 on 17 May at the SM Skydome.

Sakaguchi has captivated audiences worldwide with his impressive performances in both film and television.

After making his debut as a fashion model, he quickly transitioned to acting and became one of Japan’s most beloved stars. His breakthrough roles in Heroine Shikkaku (2015) and Ore Monogatari!! (2015) catapulted him to fame, winning him the Best New Actor award at the 11th Osaka Cinema Festival.

He continued to gain recognition for his standout performances in the mystery movie 64: Parts 1 and 2 (2016), which earned him Newcomer of the Year at the 40th Japan Academy Film Prize.

Sakaguchi further showcased his versatility in The 100th Love with You (2017), We Made a Beautiful Bouquet (2021), and the critically acclaimed TV series Signal (2018). His natural charisma and ability to portray emotionally complex characters have earned him a dedicated and ever-growing fan base, both local and international.

In the last few years, Sakaguchi has continued to push boundaries in the entertainment world. In 2022, he starred in the heart-wrenching drama The Last 10 Years, where he showcased his deep emotional range that left audiences touched by his powerful portrayal.

Additionally, in 2024, Sakaguchi made his Korean drama debut with What Comes After Love, where he portrayed Jungo Aoki, a Japanese man exploring a cross-cultural romance, further solidifying his global appeal. His role in the drama won him the Best Actor Award and the Asia Star Award at the 2024 Asia Artist Awards (AAA).

Filipino fans may recall Sakaguchi’s memorable appearance at the 2023 Asia Artist Awards (AAA) held in Bulacan, where he bagged the Best Artist Award (Actor) and Asia Celebrity Award.

Sakaguchi is returning to the Philippines for his first fan meeting in the country, offering an exciting opportunity for fans to interact with him up close.