Kento Yamazaki
Biography
Kento Yamazaki (born September 7, 1994, in Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese actor and model known for his performances in films, television dramas, and streaming series. He began his career as a model before making his acting debut in 2010. He gained popularity through roles in Death Note (2015), Orange (2015), Your Lie in April (2016), and Kingdom (2019), in which he portrayed the lead character, Shin.
He achieved international recognition for playing Ryōhei Arisu in the Netflix survival thriller series Alice in Borderland (2020–2025). His other notable works include Good Doctor (2018), Theatre: A Love Story (2020), and Golden Kamuy (2024). He is recognised for his versatile performances and growing presence in Japanese entertainment.
