Kento Kaku To Star As Akira Nishikiyama In Like A Dragon: Yakuza On Prime Video- TEASER

Prime Video has revealed that Kento Kaku will play Akira Nishikiyama in the upcoming series Like a Dragon: Yakuza. This announcement was made during the Yakuza panel at San Diego Comic-Con. The event off with an official teaser trailer, offering fans their first look at the show.

Exclusive Clips and Insights

During the panel, attendees were treated to exclusive clips showcasing Ryoma Takeuchi as Kazuma Kiryu and Kento Kaku as Nishikiyama Akira. These clips were shown only to those present, adding to the excitement in the room. The session concluded with a special video message from Masayoshi Yokoyama, executive producer at RYU GA GOTOKU Studio in Japan, who shared behind-the-scenes insights into creating the SEGA video game "Like a Dragon."

The first three episodes of Like a Dragon: Yakuza are set to premiere on Prime Video on Thursday, October 24. They will be available in over 240 countries and territories worldwide.

About Like a Dragon: Yakuza

Like a Dragon: Yakuza is an action-packed crime-suspense series adapted from SEGA's popular game franchise, Yakuza: Like a Dragon. The story unfolds in Kamurochō and follows Kazuma Kiryu's journey through an original screenplay. Directed by Masaharu Take, the series features Ryoma Takeuchi as Kazuma Kiryu.

The narrative spans from 1995 to 2005, focusing on childhood friends and the consequences of Kazuma Kiryu's decisions. Known for his strong sense of justice and humanity, Kazuma is portrayed as a formidable Yakuza warrior.

Following the teaser reveal, series lead Ryoma Takeuchi joined co-star Kento Kaku on stage alongside James Farrell, Head of International Originals at Amazon MGM Studios, and executive producer Erik Barmack. They discussed their roles in bringing this video game adaptation to life and shared their enthusiasm with the audience.

The panelists' discussion highlighted their dedication to staying true to the essence of SEGA's iconic game while creating an engaging live-action experience for viewers.

This adaptation aims to capture the essence of the original game while providing fresh storytelling elements that appeal to both long-time fans and newcomers alike.

The show's creators have worked closely with SEGA to ensure that key elements from the game are faithfully represented on screen. This collaboration aims to deliver an authentic experience that resonates with fans of the franchise.

As anticipation builds for its release, fans can look forward to seeing how this beloved game translates into a live-action series. With its compelling characters and gripping storyline, Like a Dragon: Yakuza promises to be a must-watch for both gamers and TV enthusiasts.

The combination of high-stakes drama and action-packed sequences is expected to make this series a standout addition to Prime Video's lineup.

With its global release just around the corner, Like a Dragon: Yakuza is poised to captivate audiences worldwide with its thrilling adaptation of SEGA's hit game franchise.