Ryô Katô

Ryô Katô, born way back in 1990 (feeling old yet?), hails from Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, and honestly, he’s got one of those faces you kinda recognize from a wild assortment of Japanese cinema and TV. He’s not one of those big, glitzy megastars splashed across every billboard, but if you’re into quirky, offbeat roles that make you double-take, Katô’s your guy. People probably know him best for his work in the Patalliro! series—yeah, the one with all the wild, campy energy that you either love or absolutely don’t get. He showed up in both the 2017 and 2019 adaptations, playing with that over-the-top flair that makes you think, “Wow, this guy’s just having the time of his life.” It’s honestly refreshing. Then, out of nowhere, in 2024, he pops up in My Undead Yokai Girlfriend, which is just as bonkers as it sounds. He’s diving headfirst into the supernatural rom-com scene, mixing up yokai mischief, romance, and a bunch of deadpan humor. If you’re into stories that don’t take themselves too seriously but still hit with a little emotional punch, Katô’s performance is worth a look. He’s got range—can flip from totally ridiculous to unexpectedly heartfelt in a heartbeat. So, yeah, Ryô Katô isn’t your average leading man, but he’s got this weird magnetism that makes you wanna stick around and see what bizarre role he picks up next.