Sakamoto Days Live-Action Film Ranks Fourth at Japanese Box Office
The highly anticipated live-action film adaptation of Yuto Suzuki's beloved action-comedy manga Sakamoto Days achieved significant success by debuting in fourth place at the Japanese box office. The film secured a strong position in its opening week despite strong competition.
The Sakamoto Days film ranked third after Detective Conan: Highway no Datenshi, while the box office lead was taken by The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The latest film in the Detective Conan series had achieved great success, surpassing a total gross of 10 billion yen. Securing fourth place in this competitive environment demonstrates how much the Sakamoto Days live-action adaptation was anticipated and appreciated by fans.
The Sakamoto Days manga, written and illustrated by Yuto Suzuki, first began serialization in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in November 2020. The series, which tells the story of Taro Sakamoto, a legendary hitman who falls in love, retires, opens a convenience store, and uses his old skills to protect his family, quickly gained a large fanbase with its unique blend of action and comedy. As of August 2025, the manga had over 15 million copies in circulation and became one of Weekly Shonen Jump's most popular series.
The live-action film premiered in Japan on April 29, 2026. Directed by Yuichi Fukuda, known for his work on the Gintama live-action series, the film stars Meguro Ren, a member of the popular idol group Snow Man, as the main character Taro Sakamoto. The film is expected to be released in two parts. The popularity of the franchise s
