Zom 100 Live-Action Cast: Get to Know the Characters

Eiji Akaso as Akira Tendo in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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Eiji Akaso as Akira Tendo in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
Credit: Netflix

Zombies are currently taking over Netflix with the live-action adaptation of the anime, Zom 100. And now that the film is finally on the streaming platform, we can't wait to see who is part of Zom 100 live-action cast.

In this article, we'll be talking about the actors that star in the live-action adaptation and where you've seen them before. Starting off with manga series creator, Haro Aso, who is the same creator of Alice in Borderland.

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Who Stars in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead?

Mai Shiraishi as Shizuka Mikazuki, Eiji Akaso as Akira Tendo, Shuntaro Yanagi as Kenichiro Ryuzaki in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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So who is part of the cast of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead movie? The live-action movie stars four main characters:

  • Eiji Akaso as Akira Tendo
  • Mai Shiraishi as Shizuka Mikazuki
  • Shuntaro Yanagi as Kenichiro Ryuzaki
  • Kazuki Kitamura as Gonzo Kosugi

The cast of the live-action adaptation also stars Yui Ichikawa, Mayo Kawasaki, Akari Hayami, Miwako Kakei, Kurumi Nakata, Doronz Ishimoto, Muaku Nakamura, Shota Taniguchi, and Kenta Satoi.

Here's what we know about the main cast:

Eiji Akaso

Eiji Akaso as Akira Tendo in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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Eiji Akaso is a Japanese actor and model. He was born on March 1, 1994 in Aichi, Japan. He is best known for playing Ryuga Banjou in Kamen Rider Build.

In Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, Eiji plays the role of Akira Tendo, an enthusiastic man who recently graduated from university and lands his dream job.

Unfortunately, he slowly realizes that his dream job is far from reality as it drains him out with the long and demanding hours. When the zombie apocalypse happens, Eiji's skills shine through.

Mai Shiraishi

Mai Shiraishi as Shizuka Mikazuki in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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Mai stars as Shizuka Mikazuki, a probable love interest of the lead actor. Akira meets Shizuka while going for a supply run at a convenience store.

In real life, Mai does more than just act. Before she became an actress, she was a singer and former member of Nogizaka46, a Japanese girl group.

Mai is also a successful YouTuber and vlogger, with her channel amassing over 1 million subscribers!

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Shuntaro Yanagi

Shuntaro Yanagi as Kenichiro Ryuzaki in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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Shuntaro Yanagi might be a name you would recognize, especially if you're an avid fan of Netflix shows.

This is because Shuntaro also starred in Alice in Borderland, Tokyo Ghoul, and Rurouni Kenshin: Final Chapter Part I - The Final.

Despite these movies, Shuntaro is best known for his portrayal in A Girl's Breakfast. In Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, Shuntaro plays Akira's best friend, Kenichiro Ryuzaki.

Kazuki Kitamura

Shuntaro Yanagi as Kenichiro Ryuzaki in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
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Kazuki Kitamura stars in the live-action adaptation of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead as the boss of Akira, Gonzo Kosugi. But aside from this movie, the Japanese actor actually has an extensive filmography.

He is most famous for starring in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1.

You can watch Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead live-action on Netflix. There's also an option to watch the new zombie reality show, zombie reality show Zombieverse if you want another option.

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