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Sakaguchi Kentaro Leads in 'Banjo no Himawari' Movie with Watanabe Ken.
Sakaguchi Kentaro is set to star in the upcoming movie Banjo no Himawari (The Sunflower on the Shogi Board), scheduled for release on October 31.
He will share the screen with renowned actor Watanabe Ken.
The film, based on the novel by Yuzuki Yuko, kicks off with the discovery of an unidentified skeleton in the mountains, alongside a pair of rare, expensive shogi pieces.
These unique pieces are among only seven in existence.
The plot unfolds as the investigation uncovers a young professional shogi player connected to the pieces.
As the story deepens, it reveals a mysterious man with unparalleled shogi skills, living in the underworld.
This tense narrative delves into secrets, crime, and the world of competitive shogi. Fans can expect an intense, gripping journey through hidden pasts and high-risk games.