Sakamoto Days Live-Action Film Comes to Japan in ScreenX Format: The Action Will Triple!
Exciting news for Sakamoto Days fans! The live-action film adaptation of the manga series created by Yuto Suzuki, which has reached a massive global fanbase, is preparing to meet audiences in Japan on April 29. The film's producers have announced that to maximize the impact of the action scenes, the production will be screened in a panoramic format in 27 ScreenX cinemas across Japan. This special format aims to pull viewers into the heart of the action at a 270-degree angle by extending the main screen onto the side walls.
Published in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since 2020, Sakamoto Days tells the story of Taro Sakamoto, a legendary retired hitman. Once the most feared name in the underworld, Sakamoto retired after falling in love and getting married, gained weight, and began running a peaceful convenience store. However, his past refuses to leave him alone, and Sakamoto is forced to showcase his old skills while sticking to a strict "no-killing" rule to protect his family and peaceful life. The series has become one of the most beloved examples of the modern shonen genre with its unique humor and creative action choreography that ranges from grocery store shelves to street fights.
The fact that the film will be released in ScreenX format fits the dynamic nature of the series perfectly. This technology will offer a chance to watch the fast-paced fight scenes, where Sakamoto uses objects around him as weapons, from a much wider perspective. The Japanese film industry has raised the bar in recent years with successful manga adaptations like Kingdom and Golden Kamuy; Sakamoto Days' technological move proves the desire to take the visual experience to the next level. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the unique energy of the manga will come to life on massive panoramic screens.
This live-action project is seen as the greatest proof that the series is not just a manga but has transformed into a massive media franchise. Following the anime adaptation that began in January 2025, this film news shows how quickly the Sakamoto Days universe is growing. The film's success in Japan is expected to determine whether the production will be released on international platforms and in cinemas in other countries. If this panoramic action experience meets expectations, it seems we will continue to see Sakamoto's adventures in different formats for a long time to come.
