Yutaka Takenouchi

Yutaka Takenouchi (born January 2, 1971) is a prominent Japanese actor known for his extensive work in television dramas and feature films. Born in Tokyo, Japan, he stands 179 cm tall and has blood type O.

Acting Career

Takenouchi established himself as a versatile leading man in Japanese television and film throughout the 1990s, 2000s, and subsequent decades. His early television credits include prominent appearances in well-known series such as Long Vacation (1996) and Beach Boys (1997).

Over the years, he has transitioned successfully into major cinematic roles. In 2011, he starred as Captain Sakae Oba in the historical war drama Oba: The Last Samurai, a performance that earned him the Best Actor award at the 54th Blue Ribbon Awards in 2012. He has also contributed to high-profile blockbusters, including Hideaki Anno's Shin Godzilla (2016) and Shin Ultraman (2022).

Selected Filmography

Movies

Children Untold (2026) - Koichi Kayano
April, Come She Will (2024) - Mamoru Iyoda
Ichikei's Crow (2023) - Michio Iruma
Shin Ultraman (2022) - Government Official
Shin Godzilla (2016) - Hideki Akasaka
Oba: The Last Samurai (2011) - Captain Sakae Oba
Between Calmness and Passion (2001) - Agata

Television Dramas

Human Vapor (2026) - Yasutoshi Mori
The Days (2023) - Shinji Maejima
Ichikei's Crow: The Criminal Court Judges (2021) - Michio Iruma
Stepmom and Daughter Blues (2018) - Ryoichi Miyamoto
BOSS (2009, 2011) - Shinjiro Nodate
Beach Boys (1997)
Long Vacation (1996)

Awards

In 2012, Takenouchi received the Best Actor award at the 54th Blue Ribbon Awards for his performance in Oba: The Last Samurai.