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Finally, the official news is out

Takao Osawa stars in "Sakuradamongai no Hen"

Sun, February 7, 2010 (10:11pm EST)
TBS has not yet officially decided on a sequel or movie for the popular drama series "JIN," but lead actor Takao Osawa (41) is already set to star in another historical piece - "Sakuradamongai no Hen " by director Junya Sato ("YAMATO").

Based on the novel of the same name by Akira Yoshimura, the movie retells the story of the Sakuradamon incident in 1860, in which the Chief Minister Ii Naosuke was assassinated at the gate of Edo Castle. Osawa has been cast as Seki Tetsunosuke, a samurai of the Mito domain who led the assassination.

A large-scale open set was constructed for the film in the city of Mito, Ibaraki, reproducing the Sakuradamon gate where the incident took place. Shooting has already started and is expected to end in late March. The film's budget is estimated to be about 1 billion yen.

Osawa's supporting cast includes Masato Ibu (66) as Ii Naosuke and Kinya Kitaoji (66) as Tokugawa Nariaki. Toei plans to release the movie nationwide in October.


http://www.tokyograph.com/news/id-5772

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this october??? hayai
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qnuy,

You made my day with these awesome photos. Osawa is really the perfect everything. I have a tug of war in my mind between him and my Takuya Kimura. I found Kimura before I saw Osawa in that very satisfying "Former Lover". I was swept away with those scenes and you know what I mean....

He really is so charming and such a good actor. It always surprises me that he is not way out there top of the world famous. Just the way he looks and smiles alone makes him striking.

Have to say that he makes 41 look so desirable.

thanks again qnuy..

Peggy

brad2 wrote:

qnuy, You made my day with these awesome photos. Osawa is really the perfect everything. I have a tug of war in my mind between him and my Takuya Kimura. I found Kimura before I saw Osawa in that very satisfying "Former Lover". I was swept away with those scenes and you know what I mean.... He really is so charming and such a good actor. It always surprises me that he is not way out there top of the world famous. Just the way he looks and smiles alone makes him striking. Have to say that he makes 41 look so desirable. thanks again qnuy.. Peggy

I second everything that you said there Peggy
Kimura and Osawa are much love to me too. Those two age so beautifully

He blew me away in Former Love, he's beyond charming and perfect I'm definitely smittened both by his gorgeous look and his acting. Definitely a great actor!

He's a really good actor and seems to be selective when it comes to dramas and movies. Another underrated actor? I suppose not, but I don't think many people really know him because there are too many ikemens nowadays

And he sings and plays guitar too the way he held his guitar is enough to leave me breathless

I'm lovesick
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too kakkoii!!! *faints*
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I don't really think he is underrated..just not as well known in the general audience. He must be a great favourite in Japan. I can just imagine him in Phantom of the Opera.

He sings and plays the guitar . did not know that. I am even more immersed and going down in joyfulness...He is tooo much.

Peg

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I can just imagine him in Phantom of the Opera.

you can take a glimpse of his performance in PHANTOM from this youtube link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nddmnra58zc&feature=related

It was his first butai where he had to sing. Just like Shingo's Talk Like Singing, I think ^_^

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He sings and plays the guitar . did not know that. I am even more immersed and going down in joyfulness...He is tooo much. Peg

He has released three singles if I'm not mistaken. His singing voice is just so so to me, but still enjoyable to hear


This is his first single I think. The title is RAIN

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lYMmTPnlZo
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Well I don't think he should attempt roles like Phantom. He does not have the voice for it. However, I am sure he would look fantastic and he had a good effort. I like his singing in RAIN and it reminded me of the way 'crooners' used to do a song. Pleasant and musical.

You say you love his eyes. I have really tried to analyse his face. I wondered why I was so attracted to him and why just looking at his photo was so entirely satisfying. I like each feature. I especially like his mouth and the way his lips have a curl ready for that smile. However, I feel it is the total combination of all his features which make him irresistible. You really can't stop looking at him. His eyes are deep and have such a sparkle.

I am so happy you started this thread. I never could find anything about him and now I feel quite alive with his photos. I was very happy with his role in JIN.

Peg.

brad2 wrote:

Well I don't think he should attempt roles like Phantom. He does not have the voice for it. However, I am sure he would look fantastic and he had a good effort. I like his singing in RAIN and it reminded me of the way 'crooners' used to do a song. Pleasant and musical.

yeah, he doesn't really fit in musical stage play , but he looks kakkoii there

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You say you love his eyes. I have really tried to analyse his face. I wondered why I was so attracted to him and why just looking at his photo was so entirely satisfying. I like each feature. I especially like his mouth and the way his lips have a curl ready for that smile. However, I feel it is the total combination of all his features which make him irresistible. You really can't stop looking at him. His eyes are deep and have such a sparkle.

it's actually difficult to pick which one I love best from his feature. He has a perfect face, beautiful eyes, a pointed nose (my friend said his nose is the best nose she's ever seen ) and those lips! omg! and he's quite tall for japanese men and good figure *sigh*

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I am so happy you started this thread. I never could find anything about him and now I feel quite alive with his photos. I was very happy with his role in JIN. Peg.

my pleasure

I'm glad I watched JIN, otherwise I wouldn't be this crazy, given the fact that I have actually seen him in some dramas and movies. Better late than never right?
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