Kento Yamazaki is a Japanese film and television actor known for his roles in dramas, such as ‘Water Polo Yankees’ and ‘Death Note.’ Born and brought up in Tokyo, Japan, he started his acting career in 2010 with the series ‘Leregonomin ba Kento.’ He made his film debut in the 2011 film ‘Control Tower,’ where he essayed the leading role. Since then, he has moved from strength to strength, and become one of the most celebrated young Japanese actors of his time. His acting in films, such as ‘Orange’ and ‘One Week Friends’ was particularly lauded, and he also appeared in some critically and commercially successful television dramas, such as ‘Mare,’ ‘Death Note,’ and ‘Water Polo Yankees.’ In 2017, Kento appeared in leading roles in four back-to-back films. Kento won the ‘Newcomer of the Year Award’ at the ‘Japan Academy Prize’ and in the same year, he was also nominated for the ‘Best New Artist’ award at the ‘Hochi Film Awards.’