Kentaro Moriya

Kentaro Moriya (守屋健太郎) is a Japanese film and television director. He has maintained a consistent career in the Japanese entertainment industry, directing a variety of projects ranging from television drama series to feature-length films.

Career

Moriya's directorial work spans over two decades, with notable contributions to both broadcast television and cinema. His filmography includes a mix of adaptations and original works. In 2010, he directed The Seaside Motel, a feature film that gained attention for its ensemble cast and unique narrative structure. His later film credits include Kamen Teacher The Movie (2014) and Prince of Legend (2019).

In the realm of television, Moriya has collaborated frequently with networks such as TV Tokyo and NTV. His television work often involves adaptations of manga or light novel series, such as Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman (2017), a co-production between TV Tokyo and Netflix, and Sensei's Otori-yose (2022). In addition to his directorial roles, he has occasionally contributed to screenwriting, notably for the 2008 series Tonsure.

Selected Filmography

Feature Films

Yamaguchi-kun wa Warukunai (2026)
Prince of Legend (2019)
Kamen Teacher The Movie (2014)
The Seaside Motel (2010)
School Daze (2005)

Television Dramas

Qros no Onna (2024)
Sensei's Otori-yose (2022)
Let's Have A Meal Together (2019)
Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman (2017)
Hakuba no Oujisama Junai Tekireiki (2013)
Kamen Teacher (2013)
Kogure Photo Studio (2013)
Sprout (2012)
Shiritsu Bakaleya Koko (2012)
Tonsure (2008)