Sôsuke Ikematsu

Sōsuke Ikematsu (池松 壮亮, Ikematsu Sōsuke) is a highly acclaimed Japanese actor, known for his roles in film, television, and theatre. He was born on July 9, 1990, in Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. Ikematsu's breakout role came at the young age of 13 when he landed a part in the blockbuster hit, _The Last Samurai. _In this film, he played Higen, the young nephew of samurai leader Katsumoto. Since then, he has become a well-respected actor in Japan, starring in four feature-length films. Furthermore, Ikematsu is not only active in films but has also rendered his talents in television series and theater productions. His acting journey has also led him to voice roles in popular television series like The Three Musketeers and video games like Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception.

Ikematsu's impressive filmography includes films such as The Last Samurai (2003), Tetsujin 28: The Movie (2005), Good Bye, My Secret Friend (2009), and Death Note: Light Up the New World (2016). On screen, he has graced several television series, lending his acting skills to projects like Yoshitsune (2005), The Three Musketeers (2009-2010), and Death Note: New Generation (2016). Worth mentioning, apart from his acting contributions, Ikematsu also lent his voice for Young Nathan Drake in the Japanese dub of the video game Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception in 2011. With a career spanning more than two decades, Ikematsu continues to enthrall audiences with his powerful performances and versatile roles.